Regulatory Engineer

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.

At Itron, we’re not just leading the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) transformation—we’re shaping a smarter, more sustainable future. Our technology helps utilities and cities better manage energy and water, improving lives for millions of people worldwide. We believe in the power of innovation, collaboration, and inclusion, and we welcome people from all backgrounds to bring their ideas and energy to our mission.

Duties and Responsibilities

- Collaborate with engineering teams, regulatory bodies, and external partners to secure global market and customer-specific approvals.

- Engage early in the product lifecycle to ensure regulatory compliance is embedded in the design process.

- Monitor certification progress and associated costs, addressing roadblocks throughout the development cycle.

- Lead the end-to-end regulatory compliance process from product concept through global market launch.

- Adapt compliance strategies as products evolve throughout their lifecycle.

- Interpret and apply global regulatory and safety standards to ensure product certification and market readiness.

- Document compliance requirements and provide guidance to internal teams to support ongoing product development.

Required Skills & Experience

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field.

- 5+ years of experience in hardware development. - 5+ years of experience working in regulatory compliance roles.

- Demonstrated success obtaining global regulatory approvals (e.g., SRD, ISM, RFID, SAR, MPE, Safety).

- Experience managing certification processes for wireless and cellular technologies (e.g., BT-Sig, PTCRB, GCF; carrier certifications such as AT&T, Verizon).

- Strong understanding of U.S. and international compliance regulations (FCC, ISED, CE) and safety standards (UL, CSA, Intrinsic Safety, ATEX).

- Hands-on experience with wireless and cellular technologies (3G, 4G, LTE, WLAN, Bluetooth, 802.11).

- Knowledge of EMC testing principles and environmental compliance standards.

- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced development environment.

- Strong documentation skills and the ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements.

Preferred Skills & Experience

- Experience working with regulatory bodies and testing labs across multiple global regions.

- Exposure to agile development methodologies and collaborative engineering environments.

- Familiarity with automated compliance testing tools and systems.

- Proven ability to navigate technical challenges and find cost-effective, compliant solutions.

- Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.

- Passion for sustainable technology and commitment to continuous learning.

The successful candidate's starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience and may vary by location.

Liberty Lake, WA - $75,000 - $148,000

San Jose, CA - $100,000 - $188,000

Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!

The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.

Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com