Product Regulatory Engineer

Product Regulatory Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Product Regulatory Engineer to lead regulatory compliance efforts across international markets. This role is ideal for a professional with strong technical, analytical, and communication skills who can navigate complex regulatory frameworks and ensure full product compliance from design through post-market activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Regulatory Strategy & Oversight

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive global regulatory compliance strategy aligned with business goals and market expansion.
• Monitor, interpret, and apply national, regional, and international regulations, standards, and directives (e.g., CPR, RED, LVD, EMC, RoHS, WEEE, UKCA, UL, CE, BSI, VdS).
• Provide expert guidance to cross-functional teams (R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Sales, Marketing) throughout the product lifecycle.
• Identify potential regulatory risks and opportunities, developing mitigation and action plans.

Product Approvals & Certification

• Manage and oversee product approvals and certifications for new and existing products across global markets.
• Prepare and submit technical documentation, test reports, and Declarations of Conformity to certification and regulatory bodies.
• Coordinate internal and external testing to verify compliance with relevant standards.
• Maintain all certifications, licenses, and declarations, ensuring continued validity and accuracy.

Regulatory & Notified Body Engagement

• Act as the primary point of contact for Notified Bodies, certification agencies, and regulatory authorities.
• Manage audits, inspections, and assessments, addressing any findings to ensure timely approvals.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with key regulatory stakeholders.

Documentation & Quality Systems

• Establish and maintain comprehensive regulatory documentation and records.
• Collaborate with Quality teams to integrate regulatory requirements into the Quality Management System (e.g., ISO 9001, EN 13980).
• Develop and deliver training on regulatory compliance to internal teams.
• Ensure product labelling, manuals, and marketing materials meet applicable regulations.

Post-Market Compliance

• Support post-market surveillance and incident reviews for regulatory impact.
• Manage product changes to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Coordinate product recall activities if required, in alignment with regulatory expectations.

About You Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Law, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a dedicated product regulatory role within a manufacturing or regulated environment (preferably electronics or consumer goods).
• In-depth knowledge of major international regulatory frameworks (CPR, RED, LVD, EMC, RoHS, WEEE, REACH, UKCA, UL, BSI, VdS).
• Proven experience managing complex product approval processes and working with Notified Bodies.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (ISO 9001 or equivalent).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex regulations clearly.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive, with strong project management capabilities.

Desirable

• Master’s degree or higher in a relevant discipline.
• Experience within the fire safety or security industry.
• Knowledge of global market access strategies.
• Legal or regulatory affairs qualification.
• Fluency in additional languages.

Key Competencies

• High integrity and professionalism.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Influential communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Adaptability and resilience in a fast-changing regulatory environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.

For a confidential conversation about the role please apply for the role or contact Owen Clancy at oclancy@sterlingengineeringeu.com By applying to this job post you agree that Sterling Engineering may process your personal data for recruitment purpose.