Certification and Compliance Engineer

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company that provides solutions for engineering, technology, and product development projects. For decades, we’ve been helping our clients develop products that are changing the world, whether that’s by shaping the future of space exploration, saving lives with medical devices that set a new standard of care, or creating the fully autonomous electric taxi of tomorrow. Our team of more than 600 people works across industries including aerospace, medical devices and life sciences, unmanned systems and robotics, automotive OEM and tier 1 suppliers, commercial vehicle, electric vehicles, rail, and more. Our offices across the US have different industry focuses and engage with our clients in different ways, ranging from working on-site at client facilities to performing product development at our delivery centers.
 
ALTEN Group, our parent company, has been a leader in engineering and information technology for more than 30 years. ALTEN Group operates in 30 countries across Europe, North America, Asia, Africa and the Middle East and employs more than 36,000 people, 88% of whom are engineers. The company covers the whole development cycle and offers a choice of service levels, from technology consulting to complete project outsourcing.
 
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you join a group of people passionate about collaborating to solve some of the world’s most technical engineering challenges. Our success is tied to taking care of our employees by building relationships and providing opportunities for mentorship and career growth. We offer comprehensive benefits for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer matching; paid time off (PTO); paid parental leave; and mentorship to help you take your career to the next level. You don’t have to take our word for it that we are a great place to work—we were named on the 2023 Top Workplaces list thanks to feedback from our proud employees.

We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Certification & Compliance Engineering Expert with a strong background in managing type approval, compliance, and homologation processes. The ideal candidate will possess deep subject matter expertise, strong project leadership capabilities, and a proven track record in navigating complex regulatory landscapes. This individual will be a strategic thinker and natural mentor, capable of aligning technical work with broader business and industry trends. A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience is required.

Responsibilities;

• Coordinate and manage all certification, compliance, and homologation activities and deliverables for new product development and maintenance projects.

• Ensure timely delivery of type approvals for components, systems, and vehicles in alignment with project timelines.

• Maintain legal documentation throughout the product lifecycle in response to regulatory authority requirements.

• Serve as the organizational reference for legal interpretation in regulated product-related areas.

• Communicate certification/compliance/homologation status internally and with external type approval authorities and technical services.

• Lead negotiations with type approval authorities and technical services regarding legal interpretations and certification matters.

• Drive the development and continuous improvement of certification and compliance processes, methodologies, and tools across the organization.

• Contribute to product strategy and project roadmaps by integrating regulatory insights with technical and business objectives.

• Provide coaching, mentorship, and knowledge sharing to colleagues across disciplines.

Qualifications;

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or a related field.

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in certification, compliance, or homologation within a technical product development environment.

• Recognized expert in Certification & Compliance Engineering, with demonstrated experience as a project lead.

• Proven ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements.

• Strong cross-functional communication and negotiation skills, especially with regulatory bodies.

• Established mentor and coach, with a T-shaped profile: deep expertise with a broad understanding of related disciplines.

• Demonstrated capability to link technical execution with strategic business goals.

• Must be able to work fully onsite in Hagerstown, Maryland.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $85,000 

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

ALTEN Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Policy is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.

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