Senior Product Compliance Engineer

Elkay Manufacturing

Downers Grove (IL)

On-site

USD 94,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Vacation time + holidays

Annual bonus eligibility

Job summary

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is seeking a Senior Product Compliance Engineer to lead certification efforts, maintain compliance documentation, and ensure safety standards across Drinking Water and Sinks product lines. The role partners with design, PM, quality, and manufacturing to secure certifications and manage ongoing regulatory changes.

The position involves coordinating with external labs, supporting new product development, and driving continuous improvement to meet

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, 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.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate product certification efforts with agencies such as UL, FCC, and IAPMO R&T.
Develop and maintain compliance documentation, technical files, and declarations of conformity.
Ensure electrical, EMC, plumbing, and material safety standards are met for Drinking Water and Sinks lines.
Collaborate with design, product management, and manufacturing to support new product development with compliance.
Coordinate with third-party labs to complete product evaluations and secure timely certifications.
Support audits and implement corrective actions; maintain compliance records and databases.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Technical communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Self-driven learner

Education

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

Tools

UL/CSA/ASME/FCC/NSF standards knowledge

Job description

Senior Product Compliance Engineer

The Company

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, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, 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 is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.

If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!

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 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

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 a variety of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, education and training; and other relevant business and organizational factors.Most candidates will start in the lower half of the range.

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