Senior Compliance Engineer

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc.; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Product Compliance Engineer to ensure all products meet regulatory standards and customer requirements. This role involves developing compliance strategies, leading product testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to uphold product safety and quality. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in product compliance, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and inclusivity, where your contributions will help transform living spaces into safer and smarter environments. This position offers a hybrid work schedule, providing flexibility and work-life balance.

Benefits

Comprehensive health plans

401(k) program with company contribution

Product discounts

Flexible time off benefits

Inclusive fertility/adoption benefits

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in product compliance or 10+ years in a STEM-related field.
• Extensive knowledge of compliance standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with safety and performance standards across product lines.
• Lead third-party product testing and maintain compliance documentation.

Skills

Product Compliance

Regulatory Requirements

Third-party Testing

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Technical Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM-related major

Tools

Microsoft Office

PLM Software

ERP Systems (SAP/Oracle)

Job description

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading innovation company focused on creating smarter, safer and more beautiful homes and improving lives. Our driving purpose is that we elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too. When you join Fortune Brands, you become part of a high-performing team who are empowered to think big, learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone is encouraged and empowered to be their authentic selves, and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength. Explore life at Fortune Brands here.

Job Description

The Senior Product Compliance Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that all FBIN products comply with relevant regulations, standards, and customer requirements. This senior role involves developing and implementing advanced compliance strategies, leading third-party product testing, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain the highest standards of product safety and quality. This position may require occasional travel for audits, testing, or regulatory meetings.

This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule based in Deerfield, IL.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior subject matter expert (SME) for compliance standards across multiple product lines.
• Support FBIN NPD Projects, with compliance requirements, certification testing, listing to enable launch of products in a timely manner.
• Lead the organization in staying up to date and advising on compliance with international, federal, and local regulations (e.g., FCC, CE, UL, RoHS, REACH).
• Oversee and organize third-party product testing to verify compliance with safety and performance standards.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date documentation of compliance activities, test results, and certifications.
• Utilize PLM software to capture key compliance documentation and link to specific products.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, Project Management, Manufacturing, and Marketing teams to integrate compliance requirements into product development and lifecycle management.
• Provide advanced technical support and guidance to customers regarding compliance-related inquiries and issues.
• Lead and support internal and external audits, including supplier compliance evaluations.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs for internal teams on compliance standards and best practices as needed.
• Leads process improvement initiatives by analyzing current workflows, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing optimized solutions. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and ensure best practices are followed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering with a minimum of 7-10 years of experience in product compliance OR Bachelor’s Degree in any STEM-related major with 10+ years of experience in product compliance.
• Extensive knowledge and facilitative skills with compliance and/or regulatory requirements, listings, certifications, and process development.
• Proven experience working with third-party testing agencies.
• In-depth knowledge of test systems and methods.
• Proficient in reading product design drawings and technical documentation.
• Fluent with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint.
• Demonstrated experience working in a team environment.
• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills, with the ability to manage fluctuating priorities; must be a self-starter and work with minimal supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with building material products (Doors, Locks, Decking, Plumbing etc.) with focus on one or more areas.
• Experience working with ERP systems like SAP/Oracle, etc.
• Experience working with a PLM System (e.g., 3DX, Windchill, etc.).

Additional Information

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $81,000 - $146,000. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands Innovation (FBIN) is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within our operating segments: water, outdoors and security. We have an impressive track record of strong financial results, market outperformance and growth, which translates into career and professional growth opportunities for associates. Please visit our website at fbin.com to learn more.

FBIN is an equal opportunity employer. FBIN evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. To support our efforts, we invite you to voluntarily share your gender, ethnicity, and veteran status. This information is confidential and helps us ensure an inclusive hiring process and improve our diversity initiatives.

Reasonable Accommodations

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.