Regulations and Government Relations Engineer

FEV Group; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

FEV Group is seeking an Emissions Regulatory Engineer in Auburn Hills, MI to provide technical and regulatory support for emissions testing programs. You will interpret requirements, analyze data, maintain compliance documentation, and collaborate with project teams to shape certification strategies.

The role requires 3+ years of experience with diesel and powertrain systems, knowledge of testing procedures, and strong data-analysis and technical-writing skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of experience with diesel engines, internal combustion engines, powertrain systems, or engine development.
• Knowledge of emissions measurement equipment, calibration requirements, and regulatory test procedures.
• Experience analyzing engine and vehicle emissions data and performing emissions calculations.
• Experience processing and validating emissions test data in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Experience supporting certification or compliance testing activities, including review of test procedures, test results, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of engine and vehicle emissions testing principles.
• Understanding of combustion fundamentals, thermodynamics, and emissions formation mechanisms.
• Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and international vehicle emissions regulations.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools, reporting software, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Master's degree preferred
• Strong analytical, technical writing, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and regulatory support for engine and vehicle emissions testing programs by interpreting regulatory requirements, analyzing emissions data, maintaining compliance documentation, supporting laboratory operations, monitoring regulatory developments, and collaborating with project teams to develop certification and compliance strategies.
• Provide internal support to engineering teams by reviewing engine and vehicle emissions data and interpreting regulatory requirements applicable to emissions testing and certification projects.
• Analyze engine and vehicle test results and correlate testing data with applicable regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Develop and maintain calibration reports for emissions measurement equipment, analyzers, and laboratory instrumentation used in regulatory testing programs.
• Verify compliance of laboratory equipment and test processes with applicable regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Develop algorithms, calculations, and data processing methods required to generate regulatory-compliant emissions results and reports.
• Create technical reports, work instructions, and support documentation related to emissions testing, certification activities, and laboratory processes.
• Analyze existing workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, documentation, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain and organize regulatory guidance, work instructions, technical references, and compliance documentation databases.
• Monitor proposed and published regulatory changes affecting emissions, vehicle certification, and compliance programs.
• Review, interpret, and summarize regulations, rulemaking activities, and technical guidance documents and communicate impacts to project teams and management.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and customers to define regulatory requirements and develop emissions testing and certification plans for new and existing programs.
• Present technical and regulatory information to internal and external stakeholders as required.

Skills

Regulatory interpretation

Data analysis

Emissions testing principles

Technical writing

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analysis tools

Reporting software

Job description

Description

Provide technical and regulatory support for engine and vehicle emissions testing programs by interpreting regulatory requirements, analyzing emissions data, maintaining compliance documentation, supporting laboratory operations, monitoring regulatory developments, and collaborating with project teams to develop certification and compliance strategies.

• Provide internal support to engineering teams by reviewing engine and vehicle emissions data and interpreting regulatory requirements applicable to emissions testing and certification projects.
• Analyze engine and vehicle test results and correlate testing data with applicable regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Develop and maintain calibration reports for emissions measurement equipment, analyzers, and laboratory instrumentation used in regulatory testing programs.
• Verify compliance of laboratory equipment and test processes with applicable regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Develop algorithms, calculations, and data processing methods required to generate regulatory-compliant emissions results and reports.
• Create technical reports, work instructions, and support documentation related to emissions testing, certification activities, and laboratory processes.
• Analyze existing workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, consistency, documentation, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain and organize regulatory guidance, work instructions, technical references, and compliance documentation databases.
• Monitor proposed and published regulatory changes affecting emissions, vehicle certification, and compliance programs.
• Review, interpret, and summarize regulations, rulemaking activities, and technical guidance documents and communicate impacts to project teams and management.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and customers to define regulatory requirements and develop emissions testing and certification plans for new and existing programs.
• Present technical and regulatory information to internal and external stakeholders as required

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related engineering discipline required
• 3+ years of experience in experience with diesel engines, internal combustion engines, powertrain systems, or engine development
• Knowledge of emissions measurement equipment, calibration requirements, and regulatory test procedures.
• Experience analyzing engine and vehicle emissions data and performing emissions calculations.
• Experience processing and validating emissions test data in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Experience supporting certification or compliance testing activities, including review of test procedures, test results, and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of engine and vehicle emissions testing principles.
• Understanding of combustion fundamentals, thermodynamics, and emissions formation mechanisms.
• Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and international vehicle emissions regulations.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools, reporting software, and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree preferred
• Strong analytical, technical writing, and presentation skills

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities