Product Regulatory Affairs Engineer II

Company: Daimler Truck North America
Location: Detroit
Posted on: May 16, 2025

Job Description:

Inside the RoleThe Regulatory Affairs Specialist plays a key role in ensuring that products meet both external regulatory requirements and internal quality standards. This position is responsible for preparing and submitting product notifications, approval applications, and testing documentation to relevant government and regulatory bodies. In addition, the Regulatory Affairs Specialist monitors proposed regulations, evaluates their potential impact, and advises leadership accordingly.

This role also supports the implementation and auditing of compliance processes, working closely with cross-functional teams to maintain alignment with applicable standards. The Regulatory Affairs Specialist provides guidance to product development and marketing teams on regulatory considerations related to product changes, testing protocols, labeling, literature, and advertising.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a compliance-driven organization, collaborate with internal stakeholders, and help shape the regulatory strategy. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive mindset, strong attention to detail, and a passion for continuous improvement.Posting InformationWe provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.We Take Care of Our TeamPosition offers a starting salary range of $90,000 - $115,000 USDPay offered dependent on knowledge, skills, andexperienceBenefits include annual bonus program; 401kcompany contribution with company match up to6% as well as non-elective company contribution of3 - 7% depending on age;starting at 4 weeks paidvacation; 13+ calendar holidays; 8 weeks paidparental leave; employee assistance program;comprehensive healthcare plans and wellnessprograms; onsite fitness (at some locations); tuitionassistance and volunteer paid time off; short-termand long-term disability plans.What You Drive at DTNA

• Drive successful outcome of engine emissions and greenhouse gas certification processes, including test planning, test execution oversight, data integrity reviews, and creating and compiling of certification documentation
• Conduct assessment of software, calibration, controls, or component changes for potential emissions impact and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance is maintained
• Create documentation for notification to agencies of any product change that impacts emissions or modifies/amends the certification application documents for all engine families, as required by regulation
• Ensure processes and procedures related to engine certification and emissions compliance are created, modified as necessary, and followed
• Support and foster compliance and regulatory management system initiatives both locally and globally, including self-audits of products and processes, software and calibration reviews for emissions compliance, and defining any required corrective actions
• Participate on behalf of the company in industry forums such as EMA and SAE
• Maintain robust, efficient, and collaborative interface between powertrain development, test lab, and vehicle certification teams to ensure required engine and vehicle certification data and documentation is accurate and available on time
• Support engine production plant with specific compliance-related tasksKnowledge You Should Bring
  • Bachelor's Degree with a focus in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field and prefer 2+ years of relevant experience OR 6+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
  • Demonstrable ability to clearly write and explain technical concepts and technical descriptions given graphical, verbal, or diagrammatic references
  • Fluidity with Microsoft Office, Microsoft365, and similar productivity applications and tools
  • Experience processing large amounts of complex test data and results, summarize data-driven conclusions, and formulate data-driven decisions and recommendations
  • Fundamental understanding of heavy-duty diesel engine operation, emissions and/or controls
  • Basic understanding and familiarity with US EPA and CARB emissions regulations
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skillExceptional Candidates Might Have
    • Previous experience related to heavy-duty diesel engine certification according to US EPA and CARB regulations
    • Deep understanding of US EPA and CARB emissions, greenhouse gas, testing, and documentation regulations
    • Extensive knowledge or product development experience related to diesel engine emissions controls
    • Capability of using advanced engine calibration and programming tools, data analysis and visualization tools, scripts or related programming languages, or data management/forms languages (for example, XML)
    • Proficiency with technical content writing or describing complex technical content in narrative formWhere We Work This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-Detroit, MI US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.Schedule Type:Hybrid (4 days per week in-office / 1 day remote). This schedule builds our #OneTeamBestTeam culture, provides an unparalleled customer experience, and creates innovative solutions through in-person collaboration.At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.Additional Information
      • Visa sponsorship will only be open to current Daimler Truck North America employees working under an existing U.S. Daimler Truck North America Visa
      • All other applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
      • Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
      • Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
      • Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
      • EEO - Disabled/VeteransDaimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.

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