R&D Compliance Engineer

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES)

• Must be familiar with the welding processes / consumables / positions used in standard test welds and fabrication.
• Should have a thorough, in-depth knowledge of codes, standards, and specifications, both internal and external, in order to assess applicability to a particular product and / or test effort.
• Responsible for ongoing review of new codes, standards, and specifications to determine impact on department processes.
• Assists the Compliance Group Engineering Technologists in maintaining the database of product certifications to ensure timely renewals.
• Coordinates with both IT and Consumable R&D Engineers to maintain web access to certificates of conformance.
• Oversees the scheduling of work required to support the generation of certificates of conformance, statements of test, and agency classifications as required for product maintenance and new product introduction, with a broad focus on all North American Consumable Compliance activities.
• Verifies that all work is conducted in accordance with applicable procedures, drawings, and specifications prior to final issue of certificates.
• Facilitate annual surveillance by outside agencies (e.g. CWB, Lloyd’s Register, DNV, etc.).
• Able to assess cost of consumable product certification and conformance relative to product profitability.
• Responds to customer (internal and external) requests for information and service within the roles assigned.
• Special projects to facilitate product development and / or drive improvements in the efficiency of department processes.
• Create test plans and work flows of appropriate complexity for managing certification processes.
• May receive objective and technical advice from Compliance Technologists or the Manager of Consumable Compliance, but often works with a great deal of autonomy.
• May direct and train technicians.
• Additional responsibilities as required by Manager of Consumable Compliance

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering.
• Engineer II Minimum of three (3) years Engineering experience
• Engineer III - Minimum of five (5) years Engineering experience preferred
• Background in coding is preferred.
• Must have a broad knowledge of the consumable product portfolio.
• Comprehensive knowledge of specifications (internal and external).
• Must have an unwavering commitment to testing integrity.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain a positive and cooperative work environment with coworkers and supervisors.
• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively with strong written and oral communication skills.
• In depth understanding of welding processes and / or other applicable fabrication and test methods used for consumable development, certification and product support.
• Ability to establish procedures and make observations.
• Ability to train other technologists and technicians.
• Ability to organize and supervise multiple tasks simultaneously and independently.
• Proficient with basic personal computer software packages (e.g. MSWord, MSExcel, MSAccess and MSPowerPoint, as a minimum).
• Good communication skills and the ability to prepare reports, detailed specifications, etc.
• Must be self-motivated, safety and quality conscious.
30+ days ago