Regulatory Compliance Engineer - North America; Ottawa, KS

Position: Regulatory Compliance Engineer - North America (Ottawa, KS, US, 66067-1543)
At Kalmar, we are moving goods in critical supply chains around the world. As the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services, we set the industry benchmark for a zero-emission future. We are driven by teamwork, innovation, and taking ownership to deliver results. With our global reach and local expertise, our success starts with a strong focus on the customer, ensuring their needs guide our daily work.

We are dedicated to respecting others and fostering an inclusive culture where all voices are heard, empowering us to succeed together. With us, your work has an impact. Your work moves the world!

Join us and take your career to the next level

Kalmar is looking for a dedicated Regulatory Compliance Engineer to join our R&D Engineering team! The Regulatory Compliance Engineer's responsibilities include ensuring that terminal tractors comply with various industry standards, legislation/regulations, safety requirements, and internal requirements. The person will produce and file reports, as needed, to regulatory authorities. The person will evaluate and assist in certifying terminal tractors to meet specific performance, safety, and environmental standards.

The following job description represents a multi-skilled job classification of a Regulatory Compliance Engineer.

What are your key responsibilities:

Regulatory Compliance:
Stay updated and inform management on local, national, and international regulations and standards related to terminal tractors, specifically in the USA and Canada.

* Help ensure that components and systems meet specified technical customer demands, product safety, legislations requirements and internal demands for TT products.

* Report to regulatory authorities. Certain national authorities require periodic reporting. Produce reports, maintain databases for reporting obligations

* Coordinate or conduct thorough tests and inspections on terminal tractors to verify compliance with safety, emissions, and performance standards. Work with third-party test and certification agencies, as required.

* Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of certification processes, test results, and compliance records with attention to detail and in a structured working style.

* Work closely with other engineers, manufacturers, and regulatory agencies to address any issues related to compliance and certification.

* Evaluate prototype terminal tractors to determine their compliance with design specifications and regulatory requirements.

* Identify and resolve any issues or discrepancies in the certification process, collaborating with relevant stakeholders to find solutions.

* Effectively communicate certification requirements and results to internal teams, manufacturers, and regulatory authorities.

* Stay abreast of technological advancements and changes in regulations, and implement improvements in certification processes as necessary.

* Assess and manage risks associated with certification processes and work towards minimizing potential issues.

* Provide training, as necessary, to relevant personnel on certification standards and procedures.

* Perform activities according to specified requirements and time schedules.

* Contribute toward cooperation between product development, sourcing, testing and manufacturing operations.

* If needed, be able to travel to customer or test lab for troubleshooting

* Perform other related duties as assigned.

What we offer you:

"Green business is good business - it's not just a slogan; we're investing in fossil-free steel and real change."

* Rewards that truly count:
We offer meaningful development opportunities through varied assignments, fair and gender-neutral pay, and flexible working conditions - all within a culture that values your growth and celebrates success.

* Work-Life Balance:
Our generous time-off policy includes vacation time, personal/sick time, paid/floating holidays, and paid parental leaves, supporting a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.

* Safety that moves us forward:
Build your career with a company rooted in safety since the 1940s, ensuring stability and an environment that empowers you to speak and be heard.

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