Standards and Codes Expert

Siemens; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 102,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens in Denver seeks a Standards and Codes Expert to lead monitoring and gap analysis across NFPA, NEC, IEEE, UL, and related standards for electrification and automation projects.

You will translate evolutions into actionable engineering requirements, guide cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance throughout the product lifecycle. You’ll participate in industry bodies, contribute to thought leadership, and deliver internal training on critical standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or related) with 5-10 years’ experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, IEEE, UL standards and codes, especially for electrification and automation/controls systems.
• Familiarity with direct current power distribution systems.
• Experience in technical committees/working groups (IEEE, NFPA, UL) is desirable.
• Ability to interpret complex technical documents, regulations, and legal texts.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Strong team player with cross-functional collaboration.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and strong analytical/problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to continuously learn and adapt to evolving standards and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Standards monitoring and gap analysis across NFPA, NEC, IEEE, UL, ASHRAE, and others relevant to the industry.
• Translate standards evolutions into clear engineering requirements for BUs or cross-BU teams.
• Provide expert guidance on applying standards throughout the product lifecycle from design to deployment.
• Conduct design/product/process reviews to ensure compliance with applicable standards and codes.
• Represent Siemens in key working groups and committees (IEEE, NFPA, UL, OCP, NERC, EMerge Alliance).
• Contribute to thought leadership through articles, white papers, and presentations.
• Develop and deliver training to internal teams on critical standards and compliance practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve compliance-related issues.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Collaboration

Problem solving

Continuous learner

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

At Siemens, we're constantly innovating and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in everything we do, from groundbreaking technologies to sustainable solutions. We believe in empowering our people to make a real impact and contribute to a better future. Join a team where your expertise is valued, and your contributions help shape industries worldwide.

About Siemens

At Siemens, we're constantly innovating and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in everything we do, from groundbreaking technologies to sustainable solutions. We believe in empowering our people to make a real impact and contribute to a better future. Join a team where your expertise is valued, and your contributions help shape industries worldwide.

The Opportunity

Are you a meticulous and knowledgeable individual with a passion for ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance? Do you thrive on understanding complex standards and translating them into practical applications? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Standards and Codes Expert! In this pivotal role, you will be the go-to authority on a wide range of industry standards, codes, and regulations. Your expertise will be instrumental in guiding our engineering, product development, and project teams, ensuring that our innovative solutions not only meet but exceed all necessary compliance requirements. You'll play a critical part in safeguarding our reputation for quality, safety, and reliability.

What You'll Do

• Standards Monitoring & Gap Analysis: Proactively monitor and perform comprehensive gap analysis across a broad spectrum of critical standards and codes, including NFPA, NEC, IEEE, UL, ASHRAE, TIA, OCP, and others relevant to our industry.
• Internal Coordination & Requirement Translation: Drive internal coordination efforts by interpreting complex code and standard evolutions and translating them into clear, actionable engineering requirements for relevant Business Units (BUs) or for cross-BU collaboration.
• Guidance & Interpretation: Provide expert interpretation and guidance to engineering, product development, sales, and project teams on the application of standards and codes throughout the entire product lifecycle, from design to deployment.
• Compliance Assurance: Conduct regular reviews of designs, products, and processes to ensure adherence to all applicable standards and codes, identifying potential risks and recommending mitigation strategies.
• External Representation & Advocacy: Represent Siemens in key working groups and committees, including IEEE, OCP, NERC, EMerge Alliance, and other relevant industry bodies, actively participating in discussions and influencing the development of future standards to align with our strategic interests and technological advancements.
• Thought Leadership Contribution: Contribute to thought-leadership articles, white papers, and presentations to drive the evolution of standards and codes development in alignment with Siemens' strategic roadmap and technological advancements.
• Training & Development: Develop and deliver training sessions to internal teams, enhancing their understanding and application of critical standards and compliance best practices.
• Problem Solving: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve compliance-related issues and challenges, offering practical and effective solutions.

Job Requirements

• Educational: A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or a related field is preferred) with 5-10 years’ experience.
• Professional Certification: Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• Expert Knowledge: Demonstrated working knowledge of key standards and codes, including but not limited to NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and UL standards and codes, particularly for electrification and automation/controls systems.
• Direct Current Acumen: Familiarity with direct current power distribution systems.
• Standards Committee Experience: Proven experience participating in technical committees/ working groups (e.g., IEEE, NFPA, UL) is highly desirable.
• Analytical Prowess: Exceptional ability to interpret complex technical documents, regulations, and legal texts.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical and regulatory information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• Collaboration: A strong team player with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external bodies.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: Proactive and detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Continuous Learner: Eagerness to continuously learn and adapt to evolving industry standards and technologies

About Siemens

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

The pay range for this position is $102,459.00 - $210,773.00 annually with a target incentive of 10% annually. Actual offer may be lower or higher depending on selected professional.