Engineering Compliance Specialist

Caterpillar Inc.•Alpharetta, GA

1d•$97,530 - $146,290•Onsite

About The Position

Supports product regulatory compliance programs through various activities that assist in managing compliance risk and ensuring compliance with applicable product regulatory requirements for intended markets. Understand and stay current on product regulatory requirements, and related technology requirements, and understand application of same to Caterpillar products. Manage and update UL files; ensure compliance with UL, CSA, ANSI, Seismic certifications and standards including facilitating factory inspections to verify processes Evaluate alternate and new components for compliance and suitability in Caterpillar designs and products. Manage Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and maintain revision control. Develop and maintain design guides and create a library for standard designs and training. Manage existing PLC template programs including revision control. Collaborate with product groups, design control, production and operations to ensure development, validation and production that meets applicable standards and manufacturability goals. Identify continuous improvement opportunities for processes and tools used to manage product standards and compliance risks.

Requirements

Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment.
Tracks and implements changes effectively across engineering teams.
Maintains version control for templates, PLC programs, and design guides.
Organizes and updates design libraries for training and reference.
Coordinates with stakeholders to ensure timely approval and execution of changes.
Identifies risks associated with changes and mitigates impact on compliance.
Knowledge of product development methods and ability to research, identify and apply formal disciplines and best practices for improving the quality and costs related to product development.
Understands certification requirements and applies them to product design and documentation.
Maintains compliance records and supports audits and inspections.
Identifies gaps in compliance and recommends corrective actions.
Communicates regulatory changes to engineering and production teams.
Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.
Develops clear, accurate documentation for engineering standards and processes.
Ensures documentation meets internal and external compliance requirements.
Reviews and validates technical documents for accuracy and completeness.
Knowledge of collaborative techniques; ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
Builds relationships to ensure smooth certification and manufacturing processes.
Facilitates cross-functional meetings to align on standards and compliance goals.
Provides guidance and support to engineers on standards-related issues.
Communicates effectively across departments to resolve compliance challenges.
Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Assesses risks and benefits of alternate components and designs.
Applies structured decision-making processes to resolve technical issues.
Balances compliance requirements with cost and manufacturability considerations.
Uses data and evidence to support recommendations and decisions.
Knowledge of product features; ability to design, build, and develop a new product, technology, or service from concept through to production.
Suggests and drives enhancements to design guides and compliance processes.
Implements best practices to improve efficiency and reduce errors.
Monitors performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
Promotes a culture of quality and continuous learning within the team.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with PLC programming and industrial automation standards.
Experience with component evaluation and supplier compliance.
Knowledge of design for manufacturability principles.

Responsibilities

Manage and update UL files; ensure compliance with UL, CSA, ANSI, Seismic certifications and standards including facilitating factory inspections to verify processes
Evaluate alternate and new components for compliance and suitability in Caterpillar designs and products.
Manage Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and maintain revision control.
Develop and maintain design guides and create a library for standard designs and training.
Manage existing PLC template programs including revision control.
Collaborate with product groups, design control, production and operations to ensure development, validation and production that meets applicable standards and manufacturability goals.
Identify continuous improvement opportunities for processes and tools used to manage product standards and compliance risks.