Safety & Compliance Engineer

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At Electrolux, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people, and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living.

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All about the role:

This position will be responsible for Product Safety and Compliance of dishwasher products within the NA Regulatory & Compliance Group. This position will report to the Product Safety & Standards Manager, while interfacing with the Company's engineering and legal departments to provide technical assistance and support Risk Management while maintaining Product Safety & Compliance requirements.

What you'll do:

• Move the organization in a proactive direction as it relates to the following:
• Certify and List dishwasher products to NA Product Safety & Regulatory standards.
• Manage Energy certification and/or compliance to governmental agencies.
• Further define component and product specifications
• Assist in Product Safety Risk Assessment activities for NA products
• Implement Safety standards and key learnings from litigation and customer complaints.
• Proactive participation in AHAM and Industry Standards Task Groups.
• Proactively researches and resolves Product Safety, Compliance and Regulatory issues.
• Conducts Online and Internal data analysis from retailer customer complaints, CPSC, Health Canada, Service/Warranty Claims and other sources.
• Attend Electrolux Project Management (EPM) meetings to ensure integration of Product Safety, Compliance and Regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the development of departmental policies and procedures and ensures consistency within the NA Regulatory & Compliance Group
• Works with other departmental managers to insure adherence to goals and objectives through sound management principles.
• Develops a team spirit within the engineering team
• Coaching of associates in development of technical and project skills.
• Performs other duties as required or necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's of Science Degree in engineering preferred, preferably Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or relevant technical degree and related experience.
• 4-year minimum appliance product design related experience preferred or equivalent through acquired technical knowledge.

Qualifications:

• Leadership experience preferred with a proven track record of setting and achieving KPIs
• Experience in technical writing with a strong Continuous Improvement mindset
• Experience and basic understanding of engineering, manufacturing, and assembly principles
• Strong ability to work effectively within time constraints, changing priorities, while working independently
• Strong Continuous Improvement mindset
• Skilled in technical writing
• Proven presence that commands the respect and trust of customers and employees at all levels with the organization
• Possess the flexibility in reacting to new situations and adaptability for working in a new environment
• Self-starter; a "hands-on" individual who enjoys challenge and is dedicated to getting the job done with minimal support and direction
• Collaborative leader and team player
• Ability to listen, capture and translate inputs and new challenges coming from consumers and colleagues interfacing them in the market
• Characterized by integrity and high professional standards
• Demonstrated excellence in communication skills for negotiating, presenting, and resolving complex and controversial issues and responding effectively to sensitive inquiries and complaints.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build rapport; establish and maintain good working relationships cross-functionally
• Strong aptitude for details
• Basic understanding of engineering, manufacturing and assembly principles
• Excellent conceptual, analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to operate computer keyboard and telephone. The employee frequently is required to drive, walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits highlights:

• Hybrid work model
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance from day one.
• Competitive holiday and vacation time off program
• Retirement Savings Plan (401(k)) with relevant company contribution.
• Discounted products and EAP upon hire; tuition reimbursement after 12 months of service

As part of Electrolux, we will continuously invest in you and your development. There are no barriers to where your career could take you.

Find more on:

Electrolux North America: https://www.linkedin.com/company/electrolux/life/northamerica/

Please be advised that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position at this time.

It is the policy of Electrolux North America, Inc. ('ENA') to select, develop and promote employees based on the individual's ability and job performance. It has been, and shall continue to be, the policy of ENA to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employer/employee relationship without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex/gender, national origin, citizenship, age (40 or older), disability (mental, physical or visual), genetic information, sexual orientation, status as a disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or as a member of the National Guard or Military Reserve, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee's compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, training and development, transfer and other privileges of employment. It has been, and shall continue to be, the policy of ENA to maintain a working environment free of harassment and illegal intimidation. It is further the policy of ENA to comply with all applicable Federal, State, and Local statutes concerning Equal Employment Opportunity.