Safety and Compliance Engineer

THIS IS A 24+MO W2 CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY

CANDIDATES MUST BE LOCAL TO METRO DETROIT AT TIME OF APPLICATION

NO C2C OR REFERRALS FROM VENDORS

MAX RATE: $43HR

Safety & Regulatory Compliance Engineer

Location: Hybrid (4 days onsite, 1 day remote per week)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Safety & Regulatory Compliance Engineer to support vehicle program integration and compliance activities throughout the product development lifecycle. In this role, you will identify regulatory and homologation requirements for vehicle programs and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure compliance is demonstrated in support of key development and launch milestones.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify safety regulatory and homologation requirements for vehicle programs across applicable global markets.
• Partner with engineering and program teams to ensure requirements are effectively cascaded and implemented throughout vehicle development.
• Develop and deliver regulatory compliance and safety plans for vehicle programs.
• Support vehicle regulatory planning activities and target-setting processes.
• Develop and manage homologation plans, ensuring required approvals and certifications are completed for global markets.
• Support product development milestones through compliance planning, tracking, and reporting.
• Monitor compliance documentation submissions and homologation progress.
• Assess and communicate regulatory compliance risks at key program milestones and management reviews.
• Support ongoing change management activities and field evaluations to maintain continued compliance.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor''s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Minimum 1 year of program management experience (relevant academic coursework may be considered).
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing objectives in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in product development within the automotive or transportation industry.
• Knowledge of global vehicle regulatory requirements, including:
• FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards)
• ECE Regulations
• GCC Regulations
• China Vehicle Regulations
• Understanding of vehicle self-certification and vehicle type approval processes, including witness testing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong interpersonal skills with experience working across diverse, cross-functional teams.

Preferred Skills

• Environmental Compliance
• Regulatory Compliance
• Program Management
• Cross-Functional Team Collaboration

Education

Required: Bachelor''s Degree in Engineering or related field

Work Environment

This position follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring 4 days onsite and 1 day remote per week.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to play a critical role in vehicle safety and regulatory compliance, working closely with engineering teams to ensure products meet global requirements while supporting successful program launches and ongoing product excellence.