Lead Compliance Engineer in Newport

EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia.

Job Purpose

The Lead Compliance Engineer will drive product certification and regulatory compliance for EnerSys’ battery systems. This role oversees validation planning, coordinates with UL/Intertek/CSA and internal engineering teams, manages cross-functional efforts, and ensures all testing, documentation, and changes meet regulatory, certification, and customer requirements. The position requires expertise in Li-Ion technology, relevant safety and test standards (UL, IEC, UN38.3), and proven experience delivering results in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication, team leadership, and safety awareness are essential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Create validation plans to ensure all regulatory, certification, customer and internal requirements are met for a product.
• Work with UL/Intertek/CSA to achieve Listings and Recognitions of Products.
• Work with internal engineering teams to create required documentation for certification.
• Work with test houses to schedule testing.
• Support running changes of product lines and deviations including feedback on potential impacts to certification.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications & experience

• B.S. degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
• 7+ years of experience working with an NRTL.
• Experience in leading and managing a cross-functional team in product development.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ Years of Lithium Battery Testing and/or Certification.
• Experience leading certification with UL/Intertek/CSA.
• Experience with stationary battery systems.

Skills Requirement

• Previous experience of working with Li-Ion Technology is essential.
• Familiar with UN38.3, UL1973, UL2580, UL9540, UL9540A, IEC62616 test standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office program suite.
• Detailed report writing skills.
• Previous experience of delivering measurable results in a busy environment.
• Experience of working with cross-functional teams to achieve objectives.
• Good communication skills and able to liaise across all areas of the business.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards.
• Demonstrate a high degree of safety practices in the workplace.

EnerSys provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.