Product Compliance Engineer

Location:

Michigan City, Indiana, United States
Job : R0132436
Date Posted:
Company Name: HITACHI GLOBAL AIR POWER US, LLC
Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time
Remote:
No

The Product Compliance Engineer is responsible and accountable for ensuring that products are designed and manufactured in full compliance with all applicable directives, regulations, and legislative requirements, both domestic and international. This position reports to the Director, Global Product Lifecyle Management, and will involve extensive cross‑functional interaction, particularly with engineering, manufacturing, quality, sales, marketing and at all stages of product development from research and pre‑development through to post manufacturing support.

The role involves being a key and influential member of the business with the prime focus of ensuring that current and future products are designed and manufactured in full compliance with applicable standards, directives, regulations, and legislative requirements. This position is located on‑site in Michigan City, Indiana.

Determine regulatory and compliance requirements of new products being developed and engineered orders based on where Hitachi Global Air Power intends to sell the products. Verify, review, and maintain all existing and emerging company and Government regulatory policies, standard work and procedures that have been documented, implemented, and communicated. Interpret regulatory rules or rule changes and ensure that they are communicated through corporate policies and standard work.

Assist with and provide technical input into new product and component development for the purposes of ensuring compliance. Conduct product safety reviews. Work with engineering, manufacturing, and quality engineers to conduct periodic internal audits to ensure compliance with regulations and standard work. Conduct or direct the internal investigation of product compliance issues; identify compliance issues that require follow‑up or further investigation.

Provide sales support during customer meetings and visits when required. Provide technical writing and review of data or reports that will be incorporated into regulatory submissions to assure rigor, accuracy, and clarity. Review product promotional materials, labeling, specification sheets or test methods for compliance with applicable regulations and policies. File appropriate compliance reports with regulatory agencies. Report violations of compliance or regulatory standards to duly authorized enforcement agencies as appropriate or required.

Prepare and present the Company’s ability to ensure all controls are in place for all product lines. Oversee all product certification audits and shall work with other departments to ensure audit success. Responsible for working with third‑party agencies and government agencies to ensure that products are being certified on time and on budget.

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering;
Master’s Degree a plus.

Minimum of 5‑7 years of regulatory compliance experience preferred. International Regulation experience a plus.

Attention to Detail:
Regulatory compliance involves adhering to specific rules, standards, and guidelines. A compliance engineer must meticulously review and interpret these requirements to ensure the organization meets them accurately. Time Management and Organization:
Managing compliance projects, deadlines, and reporting channels requires effective time management. Staying organized helps keep track of various tasks and ensures timely completion. Problem‑Solving

Skills:

Compliance engineers…