Principal Engineer

Modine Manufacturing Company; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Modine Manufacturing Company in Racine, Wisconsin, seeks a senior regulatory engineer to own UL compliance programs for HVAC and data centre equipment. You will lead certifications, coordinate with UL, review drawings, and guide design teams to meet standards; collaborate across functions and train staff.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in engineering with 3+ in regulatory/safety, strong UL knowledge, CAD tools, and a degree in EE/ME; UL 508A MTR certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5+ years total engineering experience with at least 3 years in product compliance, regulatory engineering, and/or safety certification.
• Strong working knowledge of UL standards UL 60335-2-40, UL 2755, UL 62368-1, and UL 508A.
• Experience with HVAC systems, data centre equipment, and ICT equipment preferred.
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, and ISO/IEC standards.
• Familiarity with design and manufacture of Industrial Control Panels (ICP)
• Holding a current UL 508A Manufacturer Technical Representative (MTR) certification is desired
• UL certification process experience.
• Experience with CAD tools and compliance software
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Interpret UL standards and lead product safety reviews with third‑party labs for UL certification.
• Design and development support to integrate compliance into product design and BOMs.
• Develop and execute test plans to validate standards compliance and recommend design changes.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including product development, QA, and manufacturing.
• Liaise with UL representatives and train internal teams on compliance requirements.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

UL standards

HVAC systems

Safety certification

Industrial control panels

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD tools

Compliance software

Job description

Position Description

Backed by more than a century of engineering excellence in thermal management technology, Modine has sharpened its focus as a specialized leader in commercial HVAC and data centre solutions into a new era. Throughout this evolution, our dynamic and collaborative culture, driven by our talented people, has propelled us to the forefront of the industry on a new frontier. At Modine, we foster an environment of entrepreneurship and ingenuity, empowering our team to continually drive innovation. Joining Modine means unlocking meaningful career growth, continuous development, and high-impact opportunities.

The answer is clear: your next opportunity starts here. Transform the future with us.

For more information about Modine, visitmodine.com.

Job Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance & Certification
  • Interpret and apply UL standards, particularly:
    • UL 60335-2-40: Safety requirements for electrical heat pumps, air‑conditioners, and dehumidifiers, including leak detection, airflow control, and ignition source mitigation
    • UL 2755: Compliance for modular data centres, covering electrical distribution, cooling systems, structural integrity, and life safety
    • UL 62368‑1: Hazard‑based safety requirements for audio/video and ICT equipment, including liquid‑cooled systems and battery safety
    • UL 508A: Standards for Safety – Industrial Control Panels
  • Lead product safety reviews and coordinate with third‑party testing labs for UL certification.
  • Maintain documentation and records for compliance audits and inspections.
• Design & Development Support
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate compliance requirements into product design.
  • Review technical drawings, specifications, and BOMs for regulatory alignment.
  • Provide guidance on component selection and system architecture to meet UL standards.
• Testing & Validation
  • Develop and execute test plans to validate compliance with applicable standards.
  • Analyze test results and recommend design modifications as needed.
  • Support failure analysis and corrective actions related to compliance issues.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with product development, quality assurance, and manufacturing teams.
  • Liaise with UL representatives and regulatory bodies as needed.
  • Train internal teams on compliance requirements and best practices.

Required Education And Qualifications

• 5+ years of total engineering experience with at least 3 years of product compliance, regulatory engineering, and/or safety certification experience.
• Strong working knowledge of UL standards, especially UL 60335‑2‑40, UL‑2755, UL 62368‑1, and UL 508A
• Experience with HVAC systems, data centre equipment, and ICT equipment preferred.
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, and ISO/IEC standards.
• Familiarity with design and manufacture of Industrial Control Panels (ICP)
• Holding a current UL 508A Manufacturer Technical Representative (MTR) certification is desired
• UL certification process experience.
• Experience with CAD tools and compliance software
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.

Health & Well‑being

• Day One
  • Competitive health, dental & vision insurance coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
• After 90 days of continuous employment
  • Maternity Leave (12 weeks at 100% pay)
  • 8 weeks of short term disability leave paid at 100%
  • 4 weeks of paid parental leave paid at 100%
  • Paternity Leave (4 weeks at 100% pay)

Financial Benefits

• 401k Retirement plan and company paid match
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Short Term Disability (company paid)
• Long Term Disability

Work‑Life Balance

• Competitive time‑off policies
• Tuition Reimbursement

To view full benefits information: MyModine Benefits

Modine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.

The salary range for this position is estimated in good faith to be $140k-170k annually. The specific offer will depend on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and other job‑related considerations but will be within the stated range. Where required by applicable law, a general description of benefits and other compensation offered for this role is also provided or made available.

This position is not eligible for any form of sponsorship (e.g. OPT or H1B visa status) now or in the future. Only individuals authorized to work in the United States now and for the foreseeable future will be considered for this position.

Modine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Welcomes all Qualified Applicants!

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability

Modine provides a competitive benefit package, which could include paid vacation, short term disability, 401(k), health, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending benefits, tuition reimbursement, Health Savings Account and much more. Human Resources will provide more detail upon your hiring.