Role Summary The
Regulatory Compliance Specialist is responsible for enabling the certification and global approval of engineered products and equipment. This self-motivated, hands-on individual is vital in informing engineering teams of regulatory requirements during the design process, developing and implementing pre-compliance test plans, and coordinating testing at internal and external laboratories to ensure compliance with
UL, CSA, IEC, and other international standards.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities - Compliance Expert: Serve as the primary product compliance authority during the development of new solutions, acting as both an individual contributor and technical leader.
- Design Support: Provide technical interpretation of agency standards during the design, development, and prototyping phases to ensure "compliance by design."
- Agency Liaison: Serve as the direct interface and facilitator between internal development teams and external regulatory agencies (e.g., UL, ETL, TUV).
- Lab Management: Act as the owner of internal lab accreditations, overseeing processes and procedures to ensure continued conformance to applicable regulatory standards.
- Audit Leadership: Successfully host and manage facility audits by regulatory bodies at any company site as required.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work across functional organizations to ensure project success and maintain positive working relationships at all levels.
- Project Tracking: Drive deliverables and deadlines within a documented timeline, managing multiple projects through varying stages of development.
- Risk Mitigation: Monitor and adjust project plans based on changing priorities, resources, or evolving regulatory landscapes.
Minimum Qualifications - Experience: 3+ years in Safety and Product Regulatory Compliance, specifically managing and leading compliance engineering projects.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of electronic and/or hydraulic designs, including pumps, motors, and automated control systems.
- Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to gain consensus across a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to exercise diplomacy and problem-solving skills with all levels of staff.
- Software Proficiency: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and SharePoint.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field (or 3-5 years of equivalent experience in a similar role).
Preferred Qualifications - Standard Knowledge: Demonstrated familiarity with UL, CSA, IEC, CE, RoHS, and REACH standards.
- Specific Mastery: Prefer knowledge of industrial standards such as UL 508, UL 778, and IEC 60335 or equivalent international standards.
- Seniority: 5+ years of experience in Safety and Product Regulatory Compliance within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
Core Behavioral Characteristics - Self-Starter: High-energy and resourceful, with a strong drive for accomplishment and the ability to work independently.
- Detail-Oriented: A strong personal work ethic with meticulous attention to technical details and documentation.
- Hands-on Problem Solver: Willingness to work in a lab environment to overcome technical obstacles and validate designs.
- Integrity: Demonstrated understanding of the appropriate handling of confidential and proprietary information.
I have stripped out all references to the previous company and the pool/spa industry. This is now a
standardized, industry-agnostic job description for a Regulatory Compliance Specialist in a high-tech or industrial manufacturing environment.
Regulatory Compliance Specialist Department: Engineering Services / Quality & Compliance
Reports To: Engineering Manager / Director of Compliance
Role Summary The
Regulatory Compliance Specialist is responsible for enabling the certification and global approval of engineered products and equipment. This self-motivated, hands-on individual is vital in informing engineering teams of regulatory requirements during the design process, developing and implementing pre-compliance test plans, and coordinating testing at internal and external laboratories to ensure compliance with
UL, CSA, IEC, and other international standards.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities - Compliance Expert: Serve as the primary product compliance authority during the development of new solutions, acting as both an individual contributor and technical leader.
- Design Support: Provide technical interpretation of agency standards during the design, development, and prototyping phases to ensure "compliance by design."
- Agency Liaison: Serve as the direct interface and facilitator between internal development teams and external regulatory agencies (e.g., UL, ETL, TUV).
- Lab Management: Act as the owner of internal lab accreditations, overseeing processes and procedures to ensure continued conformance to applicable regulatory standards.
- Audit Leadership: Successfully host and manage facility audits by regulatory bodies at any company site as required.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work across functional organizations to ensure project success and maintain positive working relationships at all levels.
- Project Tracking: Drive deliverables and deadlines within a documented timeline, managing multiple projects through varying stages of development.
- Risk Mitigation: Monitor and adjust project plans based on changing priorities, resources, or evolving regulatory landscapes.
Minimum Qualifications - Experience: 3+ years in Safety and Product Regulatory Compliance, specifically managing and leading compliance engineering projects.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of electronic and/or hydraulic designs, including pumps, motors, and automated control systems.
- Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to gain consensus across a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to exercise diplomacy and problem-solving skills with all levels of staff.
- Software Proficiency: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and SharePoint.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field (or 3-5 years of equivalent experience in a similar role).
Preferred Qualifications - Standard Knowledge: Demonstrated familiarity with UL, CSA, IEC, CE, RoHS, and REACH standards.
- Specific Mastery: Prefer knowledge of industrial standards such as UL 508, UL 778, and IEC 60335 or equivalent international standards.
- Seniority: 5+ years of experience in Safety and Product Regulatory Compliance within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
Core Behavioral Characteristics - Self-Starter: High-energy and resourceful, with a strong drive for accomplishment and the ability to work independently.
- Detail-Oriented: A strong personal work ethic with meticulous attention to technical details and documentation.
- Hands-on Problem Solver: Willingness to work in a lab environment to overcome technical obstacles and validate designs.
- Integrity: Demonstrated understanding of the appropriate handling of confidential and proprietary information.
TSG is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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