Senior Compliance Engineer

Are you ready to combine your passion for an active lifestyle with a meaningful and multifaceted career in the cycling industry? At Specialized, our teammates are encouraged to explore roles in a variety of functions throughout their careers. We value curiosity, a desire to try new things, and an eagerness to learn about all aspects of the business. No matter where you begin with the company, you get to decide where you want to go whether it’s marketing, finance, product development, sales, or an international assignment. Join us in making the world a better place through the power of bicycles and build your dream career at the same time!

In this role you’ll oversee all aspects of bike & general product compliance standards to ensure all Specialized bike products comply with international chemical and safety standards. You’ll work with our compliance, test, legal & product teams as well as our international sales teams when standards affect specific countries. In this Senior role you’ll provide critical guidance on new compliance regulations and lead projects for new compliance requirements.

HOW YOU’LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

• Provide clarity to teams on international regulations as our expert in product regulations & compliance 
• Work with global teams on complex compliance issues
• Represent Specialized in selected international test organizations and meetings 
• Continuous improvement of product compliance processes

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Guide & collaborate with Asia-based compliance team in establishing structure of documentation
• Be Specialized’s contact/leader at the forefront of new or proposed international test or compliance standards
• Lead & collaborate with test teams on planning & implementation of new tests
• Serve as subject matter expert for international standards & Restricted Substances List:
  • Chemical such as: CPSIA, RSL includes (CA Prop65 & REACH)
  • Safety such as: ISO-4210, 16 CFR Part1512, EN15194, AS/NZ, EN71, ASTM963, UL2271/2849.
  • Other associated safety standards as they arise, such as DIN79010
• Partner with legal team as needed
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Work with leaders from other functions to identify and fix gaps in our way of working and create efficient processes where gaps exist, example: Bike Product Model level improvement
• Advise on Compliance for Helmets, Apparel & Equipment
• Partner with Test Engineering on new project Minimum Test Requirement definitions

WHAT YOU NEED TO WIN

• BS or MS in Engineering with 10+ years of engineering experience 7+ years of compliance &/or testing experience
• Demonstrated track record of increasing responsibilities
• Ability to communicate effectively across multiple cultures and time zones
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to keep teams focused & moving forward towards overall goals

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to balance multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Experience with Testing Organizations such as ISO, CEN, ASTM, UL, etc. 
• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence and Agile product lifecycle management tools is a plus
• Experience working with international cultures and factories
• A passion for cycling

TELL ME MORE

• Based in Morgan Hill, CA. Remote possible with frequent travel
• International and domestic travel is required for this role

Pay

Below is a summary of compensation elements for this role at the company if based in the following locations:

California Base Pay Range: $71,439 - $117,874 annually

Colorado Base Pay Range: $67,867 - $108,052 annually

New York City and Westchester County $71,439 - $117,874 annually

Washington Base Pay Range: $71,439 - $112,963 annually 

At Specialized, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package and will depend on your work experience, skills, certification, and location.

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time teammate you are eligible for the following benefits beginning 30 days from date of hire. Benefits include:

• Along with competitive pay, as a full-time teammate you are eligible for the following benefits beginning 30 days from date of hire. Benefits include:

• PPO, EPO, HMO Kaiser and HDHP competitive Healthcare benefit plans offered (which include coverage for acupuncture and physical therapy)

• Dental and Vision plan

• Health Savings Account