Senior Product Compliance Engineer

Elkay; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 94,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Health Savings Account

Educational Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Up to 3 weeks starting vacation

12 Paid Holidays

Annual Bonus Eligibility

Job summary

Elkay is looking for a Senior Product Compliance Engineer to ensure products in the Drinking Water and Sinks business meet regulatory standards. This role involves leading product certification efforts, managing compliance documentation, and collaborating with engineering and product management teams.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, and over 5 years of experience in product compliance, particularly in plumbing or appliance industries. A range of benefits including competitive salary and annual bonus eligibility is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product compliance or engineering, preferably in plumbing or appliance industries.
• Working knowledge of UL, CSA, ASME, FCC, and/or NSF standards.
• Experience coordinating third-party product testing and certification processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate product certification efforts for regulatory agencies.
• Partner with design and product engineers for compliance in new product development.
• Manage compliance with environmental and material content regulations.
• Support audits and implement corrective actions for compliance.
• Act as the technical compliance expert supporting various internal teams.

Skills

Regulatory frameworks understanding

Project management

Effective communication

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, technology, or related technical discipline

Job description

Senior Product Compliance Engineer

The Senior Product Compliance Engineer is responsible for ensuring that all products within the Drinking Water and Sinks business units meet applicable regulatory, safety, and performance standards. The role partners with engineering, product management, quality, and manufacturing teams to secure complex product certifications, manage compliance documentation, and maintain ongoing adherence to national and international standards and regulations. The Senior Product Compliance Engineer also serves as the key liaison between Zurn Elkay Water Solutions and external certification bodies.

Reports to: Product Compliance Manager.

Key Focus Areas

• Regulatory & Certification Management: Lead and coordinate product certification efforts for agencies such as UL, FCC, and IAPMO R&T. Develop, maintain, and continuously improve product compliance documentation, processes, technical files, and declarations of conformity. Ensure compliance with electrical, EMC, plumbing, and material safety standards for all Drinking Water and Sinks product lines. Monitor changes in regulatory standards and proactively communicate potential product impacts to internal stakeholders. Engage with trade associations in the development of industry standards.
• New Product Development Support: Partner with design and product engineers early in the development process to ensure designs meet multifaceted compliance and certification requirements. Coordinate with third‑party testing laboratories to complete product evaluations and secure timely certifications. Support prototype and production validation testing to confirm regulatory and performance compliance.
• Sustainability & Material Compliance: Manage compliance with environmental and material content regulations. Support sustainability initiatives related to water efficiency, recycled content, and environmental stewardship.
• Audit & Continuous Improvement: Support internal and external audits from certification agencies and ensure corrective actions are implemented. Maintain accurate, accessible compliance records and certifications databases. Recommend and implement process improvements to streamline certification and compliance management activities.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Act as the technical compliance expert supporting engineering, operations, sourcing, and product management teams. Educate internal stakeholders on applicable standards, regulations, and codes. Provide compliance guidance for supplier materials and component selection. Partner with quality and regulatory teams to address any field or customer compliance issues.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks affecting electrical and/or plumbing system components.
• Self-driven with a drive to proactively learn about complicated concepts.
• Excellent project management, organization, and documentation skills.
• Effective communicator across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities.
• Meticulous with a continuous improvement mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, technology, or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in product compliance or engineering, preferably in plumbing or appliance industries.
• Working knowledge of UL, CSA, ASME, FCC, and/or NSF standards related to plumbing and electrical products.
• Experience coordinating third‑party product testing and certification processes.

Salary & Benefits

Salary Range: $94,000 - $130,000 (actual may vary based on skillset, experience, and other factors).

Competitive Salary. Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance. Matching 401(k) contribution. Health Savings Account. Educational Reimbursement. Matching Gift Program. Employee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount. Up to 3 weeks starting vacation (may increase with tenure). 12 Paid Holidays. Annual Bonus Eligibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran