Product Regulatory Affairs Engineer I

Tasks

Inside the Role

As a Product Regulatory Affairs Engineer, you will be responsible to investigate, coordinate, and execute defect reporting as required by government agencies. This role also requires monitoring and investigating new complaints of possible emissions defects arising from warranty claim threshold exceedances, quality data, or internal data suggesting a possible defect. The person in this role will follow up on defect investigations by tracking and documenting the progress of the investigation and providing management with decision material for the topic. Regular updates are to be given in technical reviews regarding any potential defect reports. The Product Regulatory Affairs Engineer will also compile required documentation for submission to government agencies if ever a defect report is required. This role requires work in a cross-functional team setting including Engineering, Quality, Warranty, Service, and regulatory agencies.

Additionally, this role will support Product Integrity in evaluating new and existing emissions relevant Aftermarket Parts. Support includes providing regulatory guidance, defining and reviewing testing requirements, and documenting part release decisions. The Product Regulatory Affairs Engineer will ensure evaluations are managed cross-functionally, compliance evaluation processes are followed, and documentation is created and stored. This role requires work in a cross-functional environment with Aftermarket, Product Engineering, Product Integrity, and Legal teams.

Posting Information

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

We Take Care of Our Team

Position offers a starting salary range of $71,000.00 - $91,000.00 USD.

Pay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits include annual bonus program, 401k company contribution with company match up to 6% as well as non-elective company contribution of 3-7% depending on age, starting at 4 weeks paid vacation, 13+ calendar holidays, 8 weeks paid parental leave, employee assistance program, comprehensive healthcare plans and wellness programs, onsite fitness (at some locations), tuition assistance and volunteer paid time off, short-term and long-term disability plans.

What You Drive at DTNA

- Compile and distribute required defect reporting to regulatory agencies for emission-related vehicle components.

- Analyze warranty data for relevant components trending upward toward or above the regulatory reporting thresholds.

- Utilize predictive modeling to identify and define where components may be affecting emissions warranty and reporting obligations.

- Work cross-functionally to investigate, monitor, document, and report any discovered emission-related defects.

- Draft recall and campaign notifications together with the Quality and Service department and publish them to the regulatory agencies.

- Ensure defect reports and recall documents are in compliance with external regulations and internal standards.

- Ensure data is complete and accurate per the regulatory requirements.

- Interpret and evaluate proposed regulations and advise management on the impact to the organization regarding Warranty and Aftermarket Parts requirements.

- Implement and audit processes to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and internal standards.

- Evaluate Aftermarket parts relevance for emissions together with responsible component engineers.

- Provide advice to development and/or marketing teams on product changes, quality testing requirements, product labeling, literature, and advertising.

- Document and track Aftermarket parts decisions regarding development and validation.

- Prepare and submit certification documentation as needed for Aftermarket parts.

Knowledge You Should Bring

- Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or related discipline from an ABET-accredited university and 0-2 years relevant industry experience, is required.

- Familiarity with root cause analysis.

- Knowledge of problem-solving methodologies.

- Experience with predictive modeling, statistics, and trend analysis.

- Experience working in a project team and collaborating with others.

- Ability to execute independently.

- Strong oral and written communication skills.

- Strong organizational skills.

- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others.

- Strong PC skills including MS Office and database tools.

- An attached resume is required.

Exceptional Candidates Might Have

- 2+ years relevant industry experience.

- Background in Emissions Compliance or Regulatory Affairs.

- Technical background regarding component design and validation.

- Technical background regarding engineering drawing interpretation.

- Advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in Engineering or related discipline.

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location:

Detroit, MI US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type:

Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.

At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we’re building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen, and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA’s legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future – building a cleaner, safer, and more efficient tomorrow for all.

That is what we are working toward: for all who keep the world moving.

Additional Information

- This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or existing Visa holders.

- Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application.

- Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check.

- Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen.

- Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions.

- EEO - Disabled/Veterans.

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

For accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll-free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll-free 866-355-6935.

Qualifications

Please see above for qualification details.