Principal Engineer, Regulatory Affairs

Nissan Motor Iberica SA; Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Employee lease program

Vehicle Purchase Program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Nissan Motor Iberica SA seeks a Principal Engineer in Regulatory Affairs in Reston, VA, hybrid role. You will lead official submissions, liaise with federal and state regulators, and act as a spokesperson for safety and technology regulatory topics.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in Government Affairs, a related engineering degree, and strong communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external bodies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of proven enterprise experience in Government Affairs.
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
• Experience preparing and managing regulatory submissions at federal/state level.
• Strong written and verbal communication with external stakeholders.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams across R&D and Legal.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage official submissions to agencies such as NHTSA and others.
• Lead responses to regulatory inquiries and public comments.
• Act as external spokesperson for the regulatory affairs function.
• Coordinate technical meetings between R&D and external agencies as needed.
• Mentor colleagues and build regulatory SME networks.

Skills

Regulatory affairs

Government liaison

Regulatory submissions

Stakeholder management

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

## Principal Engineer, Regulatory AffairsApply: Reston, Virginia - United States of America: Full time: Posted Today: R00214613Location(s): Washington, DCJob Schedule: Full-time – Hybrid - in office Monday-ThursdayEducation Requirement: Bachelor’sSponsorship: No The **Principal Engineer / Engineer Governmental & Regulatory Affairs**, leads and manages communications and official submissions between Nissan and U.S. Federal, State, and local governments, regulators and other organizations and industry stakeholders on safety and technology related topics. Keeps detailed knowledge of current and emerging safety & tech policy and regulatory trends on a 0-5 year timeline, and takes ownership of the collaboration between global regulatory and engineering functions to maintain corporate regulatory forecasts. Leads discussions with internal related functions and stakeholders to develop and support resolutions of any safety compliance related issues. Viewed as subject matter expert within and outside the company. **A Day in the Life:** * Fully prepare and manage the submission of official company documentation in response to official requests for information from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and other organizations such as the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.* Proactively leads the development and submission of responses to Federal and State government inquiries and Nissan public comments to regulatory authorities on related subject matter.* Accomplishes work output with high level of accuracy and performed without appreciable direction* Acts as an external spokesperson for the department to clearly communicate complex cross functional topics within industry technical work groups and committees such as Alliance for Automotive Innovation and Society of Automotive Engineers.* Continuously monitor relevant technical regulatory information from multiple government and industry sources.* Build and foster network of both internal and external technical SMEs and governmental contacts.* Act as liaison between Governmental & Regulatory Affairs team and R&D, Legal, Product Safety, Product Planning, PMO, CMM and other internal stakeholders on safety and regulatory updates and issues.* Coordinate technical meetings between R&D and external agencies as needed.* Acts as a mentor to fellow employees. **Who We're Looking for:** * Subject matter expert level of understanding of automotive safety, technology, product knowledge, and related regulatory and legal processes. Comprehensive understanding of vehicle design, development, production responsibilities and processes. High attention to detail and accuracy in all reporting and communications a must.* A minimum of 5 years of proven enterprise experience in Government Affairs.* Ideal candidate would background 3+ years’ experience in a legislative staff or lobbying staff on the federal or state level; familiarity with trade associations and ability to support legislative (relationship) matter.* Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate to external and internal stakeholders at leadership roles.* Bachelor’s degree in a related Engineering discipline* Advanced knowledge of word processor, spreadsheet, other PC applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe Acrobat)**What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:****Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities:**Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization. **Rewards:** Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.**Built for Your Best:**https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PXuame0vwiw&list=PLki2k0CDxrPe8V6WmEeEdhj1fosRD-JQa *Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.* *It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.* **NISSAN FOR EVERYONE** People are our most valuable assets, and Nissan seeks to maximize the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Nissan aims to improve business results through a workplace and business that meets the needs of our employees and customer base. Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the Americas that are open to all employees and seek to connect employees through common interests and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included. Nissan also values inclusion in our business as we respect and recognize the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products, and communicating from a position that will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products. Join us as we carry our commitment to our employees and customers into the future. Reston Virginia United States of AmericaNissan is more than a car company. We are an innovation company. We take the most innovative thinking in the industry and combine it with performance, value, efficiency, safety and style. The result: Cars that thrill you every time you get behind the wheel.With over 150 million vehicles produced globally, Nissan continues with the goal to enrich the lives of our employees and customers alike.