Tesla · 3 weeks ago
Staff Regulatory Compliance Engineer, Safety
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$68K/yr - $186K/yr
8+ years expTesla is seeking a Staff Regulatory Compliance Engineer to support the global deployment of innovative energy storage systems and related technologies. In this role, you will be responsible for safety certifications, collaborating with stakeholders, and facilitating compliance with safety standards and regulations.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
As a Subject Expert Matter in safety compliance standards unblock testing and certification of Tesla energy products for safety, functional safety and fire safety compliance. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to troubleshoot the EUT and prepare alternative solutions, negotiate testing scope and pass/fail criteria with NRTLs while meeting project timeline and safe work practices
Train junior engineers for test configuration hardware and firmware, post process test results and submit results to certification body
Propose and implement process improvement opportunities to facilitate testing and certification process
Write Compliance Product Design Requirements (CPDR) summarizing safety compliance requirements for design team to achieve compliance
Support product registrations and permitting applications
Consultant engineering design team for medium/high voltage product design
Research new market entry requirements
Represent Tesla on code and committee groups to aid in renewable code advancement and feed upcoming requirements to internal stakeholders for early adoption
Track codes, standards and regulatory changes and forward plan
Work with NRTLs to achieve product compliance (Plan and manage NRTLs)
Qualification
Required
Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent experience
Minimum 8 years of experience in power converter and/or energy storage systems compliance testing and/or certification
Experienced in safety or fire safety or functional safety or metering standards, e.g. UL 9540, UL 9540A, UL 1973, UL 1741, UL 1699B(AFCI), UL 1998 UL 991, ANSI C12.1, ANSI C12.20, IEC 62933-5-1, IEC 62933-5-2 IEC 62619, UN 38.3, IEC 62109-1, IEC 62109-2, IEC 62933-5-2, IEC 62477-1, IEC 60730 Annex H
Strong interpersonal and communications skills
Attention to detail and ability to navigate/interpret ambiguity of standards
Strong lab/test/data analysis/troubleshooting/reporting skills
Proven track record in power converter and/or energy storage system product certifications
Benefits
Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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