Regulatory & Homologation Manager – Europe; Passenger Vehicles​/Energy

Position: Regulatory & Homologation Manager – Europe (Passenger Vehicles / New Energy)
About the role  The  Regulatory & Homologation Manager  will ensure  European regulations are properly implemented , provide  early guidance on upcoming laws , and support or lead  compliance risk management . The role acts as a  key liaison between BYD and European authorities, technical services, and industry bodies , enabling smooth market access and consistent production compliance.
Key responsibilities     European Regulatory & Certification Coordination
Manage and coordinate  type approval and certification processes  across Europe.

Ensure  regulatory requirements are effectively localized and implemented  in collaboration with internal teams.

Act as a central point of contact for European authorities and technical service organizations.

Regulatory Monitoring & Impact Analysis
Continuously track EU and pan-European vehicle regulations and emerging standards.

Evaluate the impact of new or updated regulations on product design, development, and production.

Provide  timely guidance to business, R&D, and manufacturing teams , ensuring regulatory foresight.

Conformity of Production (CoP) Support
Support the establishment and management of CoP systems across European production sites.

Identify compliance risks, recommend corrective measures, and ensure  mass-produced vehicles meet approved certifications .

Compliance Risk & Incident Management
Support or lead responses to market surveillance, audits, recalls, or ad-hoc compliance issues.

Coordinate internally and externally to resolve regulatory events efficiently and in line with requirements.

Stakeholder & Authority Engagement
Build and maintain relationships with key European authorities, technical service providers, and industry associations.

Participate in discussions on regulatory changes and standards to influence BYD’s compliance strategy.

Process Improvement & Internal Alignment
Promote continuous improvement of internal European compliance processes.

Establish regular communication channels with country teams across Europe to ensure  aligned regulatory practices .

Required skills, qualifications, and experience    Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a relevant field.

8+ years  in automotive regulatory compliance, homologation, or type approval, preferably with OEMs or recognized technical service organizations (e.g., TÜV, IDIADA). Experience in government or official laboratories is a plus.

Hands-on experience with  whole vehicle compliance  in passenger vehicles, including  new energy or electrified platforms .

Strong ability to  analyze regulations, identify compliance risks, and translate requirements into actionable internal plans .

Experience supporting or managing  compliance risk events , recalls, or regulatory investigations.

Familiarity with  intelligent and automated vehicle systems (ADAS, automated driving)  is advantageous.

Excellent communication, coordination, and cross-functional project management skills.

Fluency in English; additional European languages (Dutch, German, Spanish) are a plus.

Preferred:  Existing European regulatory networks or contacts in authorities and technical services.

We offer    Performance and experience-based competitive remuneration, pension plan, and commuting allowance

25 days of annual leave with the opportunity to purchase 5 extra holidays

An exciting opportunity to lead the European transition to zero-emissions transportation and de-carbonization of the economy.

Our purpose is to  build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature and a World of clean air . We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team

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