Sr. Regulatory Engineer

Job Description

The ideal candidate for a Sr. Regulatory Engineer would be able to do the following:

1. Own the regulatory compliance strategy for commercial oven product lines, ensuring alignment with global safety, sanitation, emissions, and energy‑efficiency requirements.
2. Lead certification programs with UL, Intertek, CSA, NSF, TÜV, and other agencies, including negotiation of test plans, resolution of findings, and maintenance of product listings.
3. Serve as the subject‑matter expert on UL 197, UL 710, NSF/ANSI standards, EPA/DOE regulations, CE/UKCA directives, and relevant mechanical, electrical, and fire codes.
4. Guide product development teams by providing early‑stage design input, risk assessments, and compliance‑driven design recommendations.
5. Develop and maintain regulatory roadmaps, anticipating future code changes and advising leadership on product impacts and strategic opportunities.
6. Lead complex investigations into compliance failures, field issues, or audit findings, driving root‑cause analysis and long‑term corrective actions.
7. Oversee internal and external testing, ensuring test methods, documentation, and results meet certification and regulatory expectations.
8. Represent the company externally, participating in standards committees, industry groups, and regulatory discussions to influence emerging requirements.
9. Mentor junior engineers, providing guidance on code interpretation, certification processes, and best practices in compliance engineering.
10. Ensure global market readiness, coordinating with international teams to meet regional requirements and maintain technical files for global approvals.

Qualifications

For a candidate to be successful as a Sr. Regulatory Engineer they must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in regulatory engineering, product compliance, or certification for commercial appliances, industrial equipment, or related fields.
• Deep expertise with UL, NSF, ANSI, CSA, IEC, and CE standards applicable to commercial cooking equipment.
• Proven experience leading certification programs and working directly with UL, Intertek, CSA, NSF, or similar agencies.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety, thermal systems, gas systems, or combustion technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret complex codes and translate them into actionable engineering requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence cross‑functional teams and senior leadership.

Additional Information

We are looking for team-members that exemplify and live our High FIVE values:

• Highest Quality:  Are you detailed-oriented and ensure the accuracy of your work?
• Win together as a Family: Do you exceed expectations by being attentive and going above and beyond?
• Unleash the Innovative Spirit: Are you passionate about finding solutions to streamline and enhance the way you and your peers work?
• Be a Helpful Voice: Are you a positive person who wants to make an impact on others?
• Every Individual Makes an Impact: Are you a go-getter who takes initiative and pride in your work?

If you share our values, we want you to be a part of our Alto-Shaam family!