Senior Product Compliance Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Matching 401(k) Contribution

Educational Reimbursement

Health benefits

Job summary

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions, a leading provider of plumbing and water delivery solutions, seeks a Senior Product Compliance Engineer in Downers Grove, IL. You will drive product certification programs, maintain compliance documentation, and partner with engineering, product management, quality, and manufacturing to ensure regulatory adherence across Drinking Water and Sinks product lines.

You will monitor changes in standards, coordinate with third-party labs, and support sustainability and

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate product certification efforts for agencies such as UL, FCC, and IAPMO R&T.
• Develop, maintain, and improve compliance documentation, files, and declarations of conformity.
• Ensure compliance with electrical, EMC, plumbing, and material safety standards for Drinking Water and Sinks lines.
• Collaborate with design, product management, quality, and manufacturing teams to support development and certification.
• Coordinate with third-party labs to complete product evaluations and secure certifications.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Documentation & Declarations

Stakeholder communication

Multi-project management

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

UL/CSA/ASME/FCC/NSF standards

Job description

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow. Named by Newsweek as one of America’s most responsible companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development fuels our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.

Job Description

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. This 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 and help develop 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 Range: $94,000 - $130,000. The compensation range(s) identified above are a good faith estimate of the salary expected to be paid as performed from these locations. Actual salaries may vary based on factors including skillset, experience, education and training, and other relevant business and organizational factors. Most candidates will start in the lower half of the range.

  Total Rewards & Benefits

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

  Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran