Regulatory Engineer

Zero Motorcycles, Inc.; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

EV industry leadership

Job summary

Zero Motorcycles, Inc. requires an Homologation Engineer (Electrical Focus) to lead regulatory compliance across EU, US, and emerging markets.

You will drive strategic execution for high‑voltage safety, battery compliance, EMC, and OBD, coordinating with R&D, software teams, and regulatory bodies. The role demands 3–8 years in vehicle type‑approval or regulatory roles, with strong electrical expertise and global regulation knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related electrical discipline.
• 3–8 years of direct vehicle type-approval or regulatory compliance engineering experience with an undeniable electrical or EV focus.
• Working knowledge of EU L-category type-approval regulations (EU 168/2013), UN ECE rules (ECE R10, R136), and US frameworks (49 CFR, FCC Part 15, EPA/CARB OBD).
• Hands‑on experience coordinating testing cycles and preparing formal technical documentation packages for government submissions.
• Active network with testing agencies like TÜV, RDW, IDIADA, or equivalent.
• Deep familiarity with ISO 13063, ISO 26262, and CoP management.

Responsibilities

• Define regulatory strategy for high‑voltage battery safety and EMC.
• Lead OBD regulatory compliance with US EPA/CARB and EU equivalents.
• Coordinate and witness official type‑approval testing with authorities.
• Compile and submit complete homologation packages to secure WVTA.
• Provide regulatory input at early design milestones to prevent issues.

Skills

Electrical engineering expertise

Regulatory compliance

Global regulatory knowledge

Testing coordination

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

What to Expect

As our Homologation Engineer (Electrical Focus), you will serve as the department’s absolute subject matter expert for electrically oriented vehicle regulations and standards. You will fill a critical and deliberate gap on a team whose existing expertise is well established in mechanical and chassis homologation.

This is an end-to-end ownership role where you will drive the global certification strategy and execution for complex high-voltage electrical safety, battery compliance, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), and onboard diagnostics (OBD) across the EU, US, and emerging markets.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical & EV Regulatory Compliance

• Definitive Regulatory Guide: Serve as the strategic compliance guide throughout Zero’s product development lifecycle, bridging US R&D engineering, software teams, and localized commercial hubs.

• Drive Strategy: Lead compliance for high-voltage battery safety (UN 38.3, ECE R136), L-category EV safety (ISO 13063), and EMC/EMI (ECE R10, CISPR 25), (EU) 2023/1542 (battery compliance).

• OBD & Diagnostics: Lead OBD regulatory compliance (including US EPA/CARB OBD II and EU equivalents) alongside firmware teams.

• Design Integration: Provide proactive regulatory input at early design milestones to eliminate compliance issues before they arise.

Testing & Certification Execution

• Test Strategy: Design and execute pretesting programs for electrical, EMC, and OBD specifications.

• Agency Relations: Coordinate and witness official type-approval testing with designated Technical Services and authorities (e.g., RDW, TÜV, DEKRA, IDIADA, VCA).

• Authoritative Documentation: Compile and submit complete homologation packages to secure official Whole Vehicle Type Approvals (WVTA).

Required Experience:

• Electrical Depth: A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a closely related electrical discipline.

• Regulatory Track Record: 3–8 years of direct vehicle type-approval or regulatory compliance engineering experience with an undeniable electrical or EV focus.

• Global Regulation Savviness: Working knowledge of EU L-category type-approval regulations (EU 168/2013), UN ECE rules (ECE R10, R136), and US frameworks (49 CFR, FCC Part 15, EPA/CARB OBD).

• Testing Rigor: Hands‑on experience coordinating testing cycles and preparing formal technical documentation packages for government submissions.

Preferred Qualifications & Attributes:

• Active Network: Direct, established relationships with testing agencies like TÜV, RDW, IDIADA, or equivalent.

• EV Standards: Deep familiarity with standards like ISO 13063, ISO 26262 (Functional Safety), and Conformity of Production (CoP) management.

• The Tech-to-Law Translator: Exceptional ability to read raw vehicle regulations and translate them into actionable, crystal‑clear design constraints for engineering teams.

• Agile Autonomy: Comfortable operating independently in a rapid, highly fluid international matrix setup

• Motorcycles: A passion for motorcycles or riding is highly preferred

Why Zero Motorcycles

Zero Motorcycles, a leader and innovator in electric motorcycles and commercial powertrains, incorporates advanced technology, stunning design and commitment to environmental benefits. The EV space is growing dramatically, with Zero a leader in the two‑wheel category and a rising star in powertrain applications to other OEMs electrifying sport and utility vehicles for powersport and industrial applications.

At Zero Motorcycles, you’ll join a passionate, fast‑growing global team with a truly international spirit. While our roots in the United States, have branched‑out to Europe and stablished in The Netherlands, our team now spans across more than 10 countries, representing over 15 nationalities—and counting! We thrive in a multicultural, multilingual environment where fresh ideas are welcomed, big dreams are encouraged, and success is celebrated together.

Our team is united by a shared mission and a love for what we do. Whether we're collaborating across time zones or catching up in the office, you'll find a group that’s driven, committed, and always ready to share a laugh.

We value connection beyond the work itself. From office lunches and Friday drinks to spontaneous barbecues when the sun’s out, and legendary Xmas parties and team‑building days, we believe in having fun while we work hard.

Working with Zero Motorcycles, you’ll also have opportunities to represent us at events and trade shows—locally and internationally—if that’s something you enjoy. And as we continue to grow, so can you. We’re invested in your development and success, and we can’t wait to see where your journey with us will take you.

Additionally

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Inclusive and open‑door culture with driven, fun colleagues.
• Work in a dynamic, innovative environment leading the EV revolution.