Regulatory Compliance Engineer - North America

At Kalmar, we are moving goods in critical supply chains around the world. As the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services, we set the industry benchmark for a zero-emission future. We are driven by teamwork, innovation, and taking ownership to deliver results. With our global reach and local expertise, our success starts with a strong focus on the customer, ensuring their needs guide our daily work. We are dedicated to respecting others and fostering an inclusive culture where all voices are heard, empowering us to succeed together. With us, your work has an impact. Your work moves the world!Join us and take your career to the next levelKalmar is looking for a dedicated Regulatory Compliance Engineer to join our R&D Engineering team! The Regulatory Compliance Engineer's responsibilities include ensuring that terminal tractors comply with various industry standards, legislation/regulations, safety requirements, and internal requirements. The person will produce and file reports, as needed, to regulatory authorities. The person will evaluate and assist in certifying terminal tractors to meet specific performance, safety, and environmental standards.The following job description represents a multi-skilled job classification of a Regulatory Compliance Engineer.What Are Your Key ResponsibilitiesRegulatory Compliance: Stay updated and inform management on local, national, and international regulations and standards related to terminal tractors, specifically in the USA and Canada.Help ensure that components and systems meet specified technical customer demands, product safety, legislations requirements and internal demands for TT products.Report to regulatory authorities. Certain national authorities require periodic reporting. Produce reports, maintain databases for reporting obligationsCoordinate or conduct thorough tests and inspections on terminal tractors to verify compliance with safety, emissions, and performance standards. Work with third-party test and certification agencies, as required.Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of certification processes, test results, and compliance records with attention to detail and in a structured working style.Work closely with other engineers, manufacturers, and regulatory agencies to address any issues related to compliance and certification.Evaluate prototype terminal tractors to determine their compliance with design specifications and regulatory requirements.Identify and resolve any issues or discrepancies in the certification process, collaborating with relevant stakeholders to find solutions.Effectively communicate certification requirements and results to internal teams, manufacturers, and regulatory authorities.Stay abreast of technological advancements and changes in regulations, and implement improvements in certification processes as necessary.Assess and manage risks associated with certification processes and work towards minimizing potential issues.Provide training, as necessary, to relevant personnel on certification standards and procedures.Perform activities according to specified requirements and time schedules.Contribute toward cooperation between product development, sourcing, testing and manufacturing operations.If needed, be able to travel to customer or test lab for troubleshootingPerform other related duties as assigned.What We Offer You“Green business is good business – it’s not just a slogan; we’re investing in fossil-free steel and real change.”Rewards that truly count: We offer meaningful development opportunities through varied assignments, fair and gender-neutral pay, and flexible working conditions — all within a culture that values your growth and celebrates success.Work-Life Balance: Our generous time-off policy includes vacation time, personal/sick time, paid/floating holidays, and paid parental leaves, supporting a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.Safety that moves us forward: Build your career with a company rooted in safety since the 1940s, ensuring stability and an environment that empowers you to speak and be heard.Purpose that drives change: You'll contribute to solutions that transform global trade, creating environmental and operational innovations. You'll be in the driver's seat of ideas, developing digital technologies that set industry standards and position us as the forerunner.People who move together: You'll collaborate with people who build lasting relationships through global expertise, connections, and a commitment to sustainability. Become part of our global network of 5,200 professionals across 120+ countries, where your work drives innovation, sustainability, and meaningful impact around the world.EducationWhat you bring to the role:Undergraduate degree in Engineering or Law or other similar disciplineExperience5+years experience preferred in the automotive vehicle (heavy duty trucks preferred) and/or mobile equipment industryExperience with all truck systems – Structural, Electrical, Hydraulics, Pneumatics, and PowertrainComfortable working with requirements management tools (e.g. Jama Connect, Jira/Confluence)Experience compiling data and writing reportsExperience performing or reviewing DVP&Rs, HARAs, FMEA.Demonstrated experience in applying ISO 26262 is a plus CompetenciesStrong understanding of industry standards and regulations related to heavy vehicles and mobile equipment.Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a strong attention to detail.Proficiency in using documentation tools and software (e.g., Google Suite, etc).Strong understanding of requirements engineering principles and methodologies.Excellent organisational and time management skills.Understanding of assembly processes and manufacturing processesFluent in English both spoken and writtenWORKING TOGETHER WITHWill be required to work closely with other TT RDE personnel, Project Managers, Business Development, Test & Validation, Sourcing, Production and Services groups worldwide.Other InformationWillingness to travel domestically and internationally will be requiredReady to elevate your career? Apply today!Submit your resume to apply.Please note that we do not accept referrals through our job advertisements from external agencies.For more information about this role, contact Carolyn Wilcox- Talent Acquisition Partner via email Carolyn.wilcox1@kalmarglobal.com.About KalmarKalmar (Nasdaq Helsinki: KALMAR) is moving goods in critical supply chains around the world, with the vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services. The company offers a wide range of industry shaping heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centres, manufacturing and heavy logistics. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Kalmar operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,300 people. In 2025, the company's sales totalled approximately EUR 1.7 billion. www.kalmarglobal.com