Regulatory Affairs Engineer

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation accrual

Sick days

Family & medical leave

Tuition assistance

STEM courses

Apprenticeships

Job summary

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc. seeks a Regulatory Affairs Engineer in Pullman, WA to manage global product compliance records and homologation challenges. You will drive changes, research market requirements, and sustain certifications, collaborating with engineering and customer service to ensure compliant designs.

The role emphasizes writing and public speaking, with a proactive, team-oriented mindset and willingness to learn new skills for expanding product markets.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years working knowledge in product compliance and homologation practices.
• Knowledge of EMC/Safety/Environment/Wireless homologation requirements.
• Strong writing, documentation, and public speaking skills.
• Ability to learn new skills and work cooperatively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain records of global product compliance and associated technical requirements.
• Track regulatory changes and assess impact to SEL.
• Evaluate and research homologation requirements for markets and technologies.
• Sustain existing product homologation and certifications.
• Provide technical assistance as a content expert in worldwide product compliance.
• Guide engineering staff in translating compliance requirements into design.
• Support Customer Service on product compliance matters.
• Teach and advise management on product compliance issues.

Skills

Self-motivated

Strong writing

Public speaking

Team player

Quick learner

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline

Job description

As a Regulatory Affairs Engineer, a typical day might include the following:

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain records of global product compliance and associated technical requirements.
• Track changes to regulatory requirements and determine impacts to SEL.
• Evaluate and research homologation requirements for markets and technologies.
• Sustain existing product homologation and certifications.
• Provide technical assistance as a content expert in worldwide product compliance.
• Guide engineering staff in translating product compliance requirements into a product’s design.
• Support Customer Service as it relates to product compliance.
• Teach and advise management on product compliance issues.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline, or equivalent experience
• 4+ years working knowledge in product compliance and homologation practices for industrial, medical, or commercial products
• Knowledge of at least one of the following product homologation requirements: EMC (FCC, IC, CE, EAC, RCM) Safety standards (NRTL, CSA, NOM, EAC, RCM, CE) Product Ecology (RoHS, REACH, WEEE, Packaging) Wireless (Wi-Fi, Cellular, 900 MHz, GNSS)
• Self-motivated/self-starter
• Strong writing, documentation, and public speaking skills
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of common compliance related test equipment, test chambers, and testing practices
• Proven ability to bring products to world markets and maintain compliance within the market.

Pullman, WA- This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small-town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work. People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees. We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options. We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay. We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs. Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range Data

We anticipate filling this position as a Compliance Engineer $97,740 - $144,460 per year.

We are open to reviewing additional candidates with more or less experience and the pay range may differ if filled at a different level. Our pay ranges are determined by job and responsibility. We base our starting pay offer and title on job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.

SEL invents, designs, and builds digital products and systems that protect power grids around the world. This technology prevents blackouts and enables customers to improve power system reliability and safety at a reduced cost. A 100 percent employee-owned company headquartered in Pullman, Washington, SEL has manufactured products in the United States since 1984 and now serves customers worldwide.

Our mission is simple: to make electric power safer, more reliable, and more economical.