Compliance Engineer

Nidec Motor Corporation; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Corporation is seeking a Compliance Engineer to ensure elevator control systems meet safety and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate has 2–5 years of experience in compliance or regulatory engineering and a relevant degree. Responsibilities include supporting compliance activities, applying safety standards, and executing product testing.

The salary range for this position is $80,000 to $95,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in compliance, safety, or regulatory engineering.
• Working knowledge of electrical safety standards and engineering principles.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and system designs.

Responsibilities

• Support various departments with code compliance activities.
• Apply elevator safety standards to product designs and testing.
• Execute testing and validation of equipment for compliance.
• Assist with third-party certification efforts.
• Identify compliance issues and participate in resolution.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical communication

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in engineering or a related technical field

Tools

Compliance testing equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Nidec Motor Corporation d/b/a Motion Control Engineering (MCE) is seeking a Compliance Engineer to support ensuring elevator control systems meet applicable safety and regulatory requirements. This role applies established codes and standards, executes product validation and testing, and collaborates with cross‑functional teams to support compliance throughout the product lifecycle. Ideal candidates have approximately 2–5 years of relevant experience in compliance, safety, or regulatory engineering environments.

Salary range $80k - $95k

Key Responsibilities

• Provide support to various departments with code compliance activities under guidance from senior engineers.
• Apply established elevator safety standards, including ASME A17.1 / CSA B44, ISO 8102-2, and CSA B44.1 / ASME A17.5 to product designs and testing activities.
• Assist design engineers in incorporating compliance requirements into products throughout the development lifecycle.
• Execute testing and validation of equipment to verify compliance with electrical safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Follow established test procedures and contribute to updates or improvements as directed.
• Assist with third‑party certification efforts (e.g., ETL or equivalent), including documentation and test support.
• Support identification of compliance issues and participate in resolution efforts.
• Maintain awareness of applicable codes and standards and apply updates to assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2–5 years of experience in compliance, safety, or regulatory engineering.
• Working knowledge of electrical safety standards and engineering principles.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and system designs.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with elevator systems or industrial control equipment.
• Familiarity with ASME A17.1 / CSA B44 and CSA B44.1 / ASME A17.5 standards.
• Knowledge of seismic requirements for California healthcare facilities (OSHPD/HCAi).
• Experience supporting product certification (e.g., ETL, CSA, or similar).
• Experience with compliance testing equipment (e.g., electrical safety, environmental, or seismic test setups).
• Familiarity with documentation for certification submittals.

Key Skills

• Strong attention to detail and code interpretation.
• Analytical problem‑solving and risk assessment.
• Effective cross‑functional collaboration.
• Clear technical communication and documentation.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action at Nidec. Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. For more information regarding your EEO rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf