Principal Engineer, Regulatory Affairs

Nissan Mexicana, S.A. de C.V. (NMEX); Reston (VA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Nissan is seeking a Principal Engineer / Engineer Governmental & Regulatory Affairs to lead communications and official submissions with U.S. federal, state, and local governments on safety and technology topics.

This role requires deep regulatory knowledge and cross‑functional collaboration. The position is full‑time, hybrid, in‑office Monday‑Thursday; a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required, with 5+ years in Government Affairs and strong external communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Government Affairs experience.
• Background in legislative or lobbying work at Federal/State level.
• Strong communication to external and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage submissions to NHTSA and other bodies with high accuracy.
• Lead responses to Federal and State inquiries and public comments.
• Act as liaison between Governmental & Regulatory Affairs and R&D, Legal, Product Safety, etc.
• Engage with external agencies and industry groups as needed.
• Mentor colleagues and maintain regulatory awareness.

Skills

Automotive safety knowledge

Regulatory affairs

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Public speaking

Regulatory monitoring

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Location(s): Washington, DC

Job Schedule: Full-time – Hybrid - in office Monday-Thursday

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s

Sponsorship: 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:

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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 America