Senior Standards Engineer I at Phoenix Contact USA

Middletown, PennsylvaniaFull-timeEngineeringPosted 23 days ago

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Job Summary: The Senior Standards Engineer I serves as a senior technical authority responsible for leading the development, implementation, and governance of engineering standards across product lifecycles. This role ensures compliance with national and international standards, drives strategic initiatives to enhance product certification processes, and acts as a central resource for engineering teams. The Senior Engineer collaborates cross-functionally to embed standards into design, development, and manufacturing, enabling global market access and operational excellence. Responsibilities: <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Lead the development and maintenance of engineering standards and procedures across multiple disciplines (Electrical, Mechanical, Process).</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Serve as the centralized source of expertise for standards and regulatory compliance.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Influence and contribute to the strategic direction of the department regarding standards and procedures.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Determine North American compliance requirements for new products and provide detailed requirements for the requirement specification.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Manage and coordinate Approvals Projects related to the development and sustaining engineering of products in D&M.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Drive the development of new North American certification Standards to strategically position new products and technologies into new business fields and applications.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop competency as knowledge expert in applicable North American Standards and establish relationship with new approval agencies as required.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Provide clear and effective communication of regulatory compliance requirements for development teams at all levels within the organization.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Lead and Coordinate internal/external Approvals audits for responsible products.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Maintain product approvals documentation in the PLM system related to approvals agencies and administrate the technical file for responsible products.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Train and educate new employees in matters regarding product safety approvals and internal approvals process.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Support Phoenix Contact HQ approvals teams with USA based approvals agencies.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Participate in Engineering changes, conducting the analysis of modifications affecting the certification of those products under change.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Monitor regulatory compliance changes and certifications for obsolescence which affect the business and communicate those clearly, effectively and in a timely manner to the appropriate internal stakeholders.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Lobby for Standards updates, or clarification to wording, where ambiguity is identified in categories and conditions of acceptability.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Review certificates and test reports from external laboratories for completeness and accuracy.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Perform regulatory review for all local product development projects.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Provide application-based consultative support to Phoenix Contact Technical Service where customers implement a Phoenix Contact product in their design, but compliance concerns arise.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Aid in the reduction of Approvals project costs and time to obtain approval. (i.e., faster speed to market through improved project execution and negotiations with Approvals Agency).</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Support of approval related production audits by preparing information and coordinating between the different parties.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrate initiative by understanding what actions need to be taken and completing the required tasks while seeking the perspective of others as required.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrate an honest and forthright presence by taking responsibility for own mistakes and not blaming others, and by doing what he / she commits to doing.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Work as a team player to make a difference within the business and express gratitude and appreciation to others who have provided information, assistance, or support.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Train and mentor junior engineers and new hires on standards, compliance, and internal processes.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Readily handle change through taking advantage of lifelong learning opportunities and being open minded and curious in the face of new challenges. Collaborate with engineering teams in the international BU network through the product development process.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Maintain a database of lessons learned and best practices to inform future projects.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Other duties as assigned by the Manager.</li> </ul> Qualifications: <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Associates Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology, or Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Business Management.</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">5+ years of experience in standards engineering or regulatory compliance</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Proven experience with UL, CSA, NEMA, SAE, TIA, ODVA standards</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Familiarity with CE (EMC and LVD), ATEX, IECEx</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Strong project management and communication skills</li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;">Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives</li> </ul> Essential Job Functions <ul> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Must be able to travel by air</li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Occasional overseas travel for extended periods required</li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Occasional Domestic Travel required</li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Must be able to sit for extended periods of time</li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Must be able to communicate effectively in English</li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Must be able to lift 25 lbs.</li> <li style="font-family: helvetica, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Regular and on-time attendance</li> </ul> Perks & Benefits Phoenix Contact offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching and a generous time off package. There are also a wide variety of additional benefits available including 16 weeks fully paid maternity leave & 10 weeks fully paid paternity leave, auto allowance, life insurance, short & long-term disability, assistance, and more! #LI-RS1<div class="content-conclusion">Phoenix Contact is committed to the diversity of our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you need special accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job, please call 717-944-1300 between the hours of 8 AM and 5 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday – Friday or email <a href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a>.   <hr> Notice to Staffing Agencies, Placement Services, and Professional Recruiters: Phoenix Contact has an internal Staffing Department. Recruiters are hereby specifically directed NOT to contact Phoenix Contact employees directly in an attempt to present candidates. Phoenix Contact will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Phoenix Contact, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Phoenix Contact mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Phoenix Contact employees, or to Phoenix Contact’s resume database will be considered Phoenix Contact property. Phoenix Contact will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Phoenix Contact will consider any candidate for whom a Recruiter has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Recruiter free of any charges or fees. Phoenix Contact will not pay a fee to any Recruiter that does not have a signed Phoenix Contact contract in place specific to the position for which the resume was submitted. Recruiting vendor agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Phoenix Contact's Head of People & Organization or his or her designee. No other Phoenix Contact employee is authorized to bind Phoenix Contact to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Recruiters. By submitting a candidate to Phoenix Contact, recruiters agree to be bound and comply with this policy.  </div>

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