Senior Staff Compliance Engineer

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Staff Compliance Engineer

to lead compliance, certification, and standards engagement across multiple programs. This role will ensure our systems meet relevant UL, IEEE, and utility standards while driving certification readiness and risk mitigation for critical projects.

Roles And Responsibilities

- Oversee compliance of next-generation energy storage systems with applicable industry codes and regulations, including UL, NFPA, and NEC

- Lead compliance engineering for assigned projects, including new initiatives

- Actively participate in industry standards development by engaging with code-making panels and technical committees.

- Develop test plans, review test results, and coordinate with third-party certification bodies (ETL, BV, TÜV, etc.)

- Ensure timely completion of certification deliverables to meet target launch timelines

- Partner with cross-functional teams (Firmware, Hardware, Manufacturing) to address compliance gaps

- Provide guidance on microelectronic hardware failure modes and safety feature requirements per UL 1998 and related standards

- Possesses the ability to connect regulatory requirements with system architecture, firmware performance, and operational safety constraints, applying a solid understanding of energy storage system (ESS) technologies to shape effective compliance strategies

- Demonstrated success in working across technical, commercial, and operational functions at senior levels to ensure compliance priorities are aligned with overall business objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or related field (Master’s preferred)

- 9+ years of experience in product compliance and certification

- Proven track record managing multiple certifications simultaneously (UL, IEEE, IEC)

- Deep knowledge of UL 414, UL 67, UL 2735, IEEE 1547, UL 1998, UL 1741, UL 9540, UL 1973, UL 6200 and related safety standards

- Experience collaborating with NRTLs

- Strong understanding of microelectronic safety design and compliance principles

- Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills

- Demonstrated ability to connect regulatory requirements with system-level design decisions

- Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams