Sr. Engineer, Compliance

Job description

The Compliance Engineer will drive hardware compliance readiness by owning documentation, regulatory processes, certification coordination, and stakeholder engagement. The role bridges technical lab activities and compliance execution to ensure boards meet global regulatory standards. Core Responsibilities Define and implement compliance processes for hardware boards across programs Own regulatory documentation including risk assessments, DoC, CE, UKCA, and RoHS artifacts Coordinate with internal engineers to collect technical inputs for compliance Engage with test labs and certification bodies for compliance validation Identify applicable standards and determine required tests for each board Track compliance readiness, risks, and documentation gaps Establish reusable templates and scalable compliance workflows Support vendor selection, lab evaluation, and cost discussions Technical Skills: Expertise in compliance standards: CE, UKCA, RoHS, DoC Must have knowledge of EMCD, LVD directives of CE Must have Product Compliance Testing Experience Knowledge of board-level compliance and certification flow Experience with risk assessment and regulatory documentation Experience with test lab processes and validation requirements Functional Skills: Compliance process definition and standardization Documentation lifecycle management Cross-functional coordination and stakeholder engagement Vendor and lab capability assessment Requirements consolidation and tracking Behavioral Skills: Strong communication and stakeholder management Analytical and structured problem solving High ownership and accountability Experience Requirements: 6–10 years experience in hardware compliance or regulatory engineering Experience with product compliance for hardware boards or systems Exposure to external certification labs or compliance agencies Track record in managing compliance documentation and certification workflows Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Hardware Engineering Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in test labs or certification organizations Certifications in compliance or regulatory standards Exposure to global compliance frameworks and standards Experience in building compliance processes from scratch Renesas is an embedded semiconductor solution provider driven by its Purpose, To Make Our Lives Easier . With a global team of over 21,000 engineers and problem solvers in more than 30 countries, we offer the opportunity to work on world‑leading technology for Automotive, Industrial, Infrastructure, and IoT, shaping a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter future. At Renesas, TAGIE is our culture, grounded in being Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. It shapes how we work, grow and deliver on our purpose together. This collaborative spirit and mindset drive our semiconductor technology to transform industries and impact millions of lives. We believe in rewarding our employees with a competitive benefits package alongside their salary. More information will be provided during the hiring process. Are you ready to join our team and shape the future with us? Renesas Electronics is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, committed to supporting diversity and fostering a work environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. For more information, please read our Diversity & Inclusion Statement . Renesas is one of the top global semiconductor companies in the world. We strive to develop a safer, healthier, greener, and smarter world, and our goal is to make every endpoint intelligent by offering product solutions in the automotive, industrial, infrastructure and IoT markets. Our robust product portfolio includes world leading MCUs, SoCs, Analog and power products, plus Winning Combination solutions that curate these complementary products. We are a key supplier to the world’s leading manufacturers of electronics you rely on every day; you may not see our products, but they are all around you. Renesas employs roughly 21,000 people in more than 30 countries worldwide. As a global team, our employees actively embody the Renesas Culture, our guiding principles based on five key elements: Transparent, Agile, Global, Innovative, and Entrepreneurial. Renesas believes in, and has a commitment to, diversity and inclusion, with initiatives and a leadership team dedicated to its resources and values. At Renesas, we want to build a sustainable future where technology helps make our lives easier. Join us and build your future by being part of what’s next in electronics and the world.