Kohler Energy
Regulatory Compliance Manager - Emissions
Kohler Energy, Kohler, Wisconsin, United States, 53044
Regulatory Compliance Manager - Emissions
Work Mode: Remote
Location:
Remote (with periodic onsite presence)
Opportunity
BASIC FUNCTION
:
Track and document emission regulations that impact the design, development, manufacturing, and application of spark ignited non-road engines. Assist in the development of engine exhaust and evaporative emission control systems. Lead development of certification strategies and related regulatory requirements. Execute certification testing and assemble application documentation to secure and maintain compliance with U.S. Agencies (EPA, CARB) and European Commission. Review production configuration changes for exhaust and evaporative emissions impact, take appropriate action to ensure compliance. Document and define processes and procedures for tracking regulatory activities and business certification programs. Serve as liaison between manufacturers, industry associations, and agencies to ensure regulation compliance.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead spark ignited engine certification activities for exhaust and evaporative emissions and certified engine power for U.S. and European markets.Submit documentation for new certifications and certifications running changes.Manage strategy for setting family emission limits (FEL) family FELs to maximize exhaust emissions credits for averaging/banking/trading programs with EPA.Maintain spark ignited engine emissions labeling information.Maintain Regulatory Engineering cost center expense and capital budgets.Create ISO process and procedure documents for regulatory certification and compliance group activities and business certification programs.Train direct reports on spark ignited engine regulatory requirements and processes.Advise product engineers and technical support personnel as required or requested.Maintain professional working relationships with U.S. EPA, California ARB, and VCA.Maintain technical records and reports to document progress and results achieved.Manage engines Technical File documents required by Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC)Review and approve production part change requests, specification requests and deviations for potential impact on emission certification.Provide guidance to internal and external customers regarding end-application emission regulations and certification processes.Contribute innovative ideas, concepts, and approaches to cross functional teams to achieve regulatory compliance with minimum development costs.Maintain knowledge of emission regulations through direct and indirect contact with external organizations.RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS:
Supervisory Relationships:
Reports to Sr. Emissions & Product Compliance ManagerManages 3-4 technical associates and engineer(s)
Organization Relationships:
Frequent contact relative to customer requirements, design, product, quality control, safety, service, and warranty with other Engine Division departments.Frequent contact relative to exhaust emission applications for certification, emissions, and audit data with division Quality/Reliability and Marketing departments.Moderate contact concerning product emissions matters with Corporate Legal group and executive leadership.External Business Relationships:
Frequent contact with U.S EPA and California ARB personnel regarding regulatory compliance.Moderate contact with OEM customers regarding emission compliance and other regulatory issues.Active membership in professional societies and industry associations, including attendance at trade shows, seminars, and technical meetings.Skills/Requirements
B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from ABET accredited program with 6-years of work experience or master's degree in engineering with 2-years of work experience.Experience with regulatory requirements for spark ignited engines including new and amended certifications, certification testing, production line audit testing and compliance reporting required.Experience with global regulatory agencies including Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), California Air Resources Board (ARB), Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA), and European Commission (EC).Experience with U.S. (EPA, CARB) and Europe (EC, VCA) regulations pertaining to exhaust and evaporative emissions of non-road spark ignited engines.Experience with worldwide and regional manufacturing associations including Engine Manufactures Association (EMA), Outdoor Power Equipment Industry (OPEI), European Committee of Internal Combustion Engine Manufacturers Associations (EUROMOT).Experience with internal combustion engine design, development, and testing including combustion and exhaust gas chemistry, fuel chemistry, electronic control operation and material properties.Working knowledge of common exhaust gas after-treatment technologies for spark ignition engines including Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) and Three-way Catalyst (TWC).
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
This role is primarily remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. However, the position requires periodic onsite presence for meetings and agency visits.
Approximately 5% travel time both domestically and internationally for meetings with regulatory agencies, trade group associations, and customers.
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* Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
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The salary range for this position is $122750 - $156850. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.
Why Work at Rehlko?A global leader in energy resilience, Rehlko delivers innovative energy solutions critical to sustain and improve life across home energy, industrial energy systems, and powertrain technologies, by delivering control, resilience, and innovation. Leveraging the strength of its portfolio of businesses - Power Systems, Home Energy, Kohler Uninterruptible Power, Clarke Energy, Heila Technologies, Curtis Instruments, and Engines, and more than a century of industry leadership, Rehlko builds resilience where and when the grid cannot, and goes beyond functional, individual recovery to create better lives and communities, and a more durable and reliable energy future. For more details, learn more at Rehlko.com.
In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!
About UsBeyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Rehlko proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities.
It is Rehlko's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact EnergyJobs@kohler.com. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the Federal EEO is the Law and the EEO is the Law Supplement.
Work Mode: Remote
Location:
Remote (with periodic onsite presence)
Opportunity
BASIC FUNCTION
:
Track and document emission regulations that impact the design, development, manufacturing, and application of spark ignited non-road engines. Assist in the development of engine exhaust and evaporative emission control systems. Lead development of certification strategies and related regulatory requirements. Execute certification testing and assemble application documentation to secure and maintain compliance with U.S. Agencies (EPA, CARB) and European Commission. Review production configuration changes for exhaust and evaporative emissions impact, take appropriate action to ensure compliance. Document and define processes and procedures for tracking regulatory activities and business certification programs. Serve as liaison between manufacturers, industry associations, and agencies to ensure regulation compliance.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead spark ignited engine certification activities for exhaust and evaporative emissions and certified engine power for U.S. and European markets.Submit documentation for new certifications and certifications running changes.Manage strategy for setting family emission limits (FEL) family FELs to maximize exhaust emissions credits for averaging/banking/trading programs with EPA.Maintain spark ignited engine emissions labeling information.Maintain Regulatory Engineering cost center expense and capital budgets.Create ISO process and procedure documents for regulatory certification and compliance group activities and business certification programs.Train direct reports on spark ignited engine regulatory requirements and processes.Advise product engineers and technical support personnel as required or requested.Maintain professional working relationships with U.S. EPA, California ARB, and VCA.Maintain technical records and reports to document progress and results achieved.Manage engines Technical File documents required by Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC)Review and approve production part change requests, specification requests and deviations for potential impact on emission certification.Provide guidance to internal and external customers regarding end-application emission regulations and certification processes.Contribute innovative ideas, concepts, and approaches to cross functional teams to achieve regulatory compliance with minimum development costs.Maintain knowledge of emission regulations through direct and indirect contact with external organizations.RELATIONSHIPS AND CONTACTS:
Supervisory Relationships:
Reports to Sr. Emissions & Product Compliance ManagerManages 3-4 technical associates and engineer(s)
Organization Relationships:
Frequent contact relative to customer requirements, design, product, quality control, safety, service, and warranty with other Engine Division departments.Frequent contact relative to exhaust emission applications for certification, emissions, and audit data with division Quality/Reliability and Marketing departments.Moderate contact concerning product emissions matters with Corporate Legal group and executive leadership.External Business Relationships:
Frequent contact with U.S EPA and California ARB personnel regarding regulatory compliance.Moderate contact with OEM customers regarding emission compliance and other regulatory issues.Active membership in professional societies and industry associations, including attendance at trade shows, seminars, and technical meetings.Skills/Requirements
B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from ABET accredited program with 6-years of work experience or master's degree in engineering with 2-years of work experience.Experience with regulatory requirements for spark ignited engines including new and amended certifications, certification testing, production line audit testing and compliance reporting required.Experience with global regulatory agencies including Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), California Air Resources Board (ARB), Vehicle Certification Agency (VCA), and European Commission (EC).Experience with U.S. (EPA, CARB) and Europe (EC, VCA) regulations pertaining to exhaust and evaporative emissions of non-road spark ignited engines.Experience with worldwide and regional manufacturing associations including Engine Manufactures Association (EMA), Outdoor Power Equipment Industry (OPEI), European Committee of Internal Combustion Engine Manufacturers Associations (EUROMOT).Experience with internal combustion engine design, development, and testing including combustion and exhaust gas chemistry, fuel chemistry, electronic control operation and material properties.Working knowledge of common exhaust gas after-treatment technologies for spark ignition engines including Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) and Three-way Catalyst (TWC).
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
This role is primarily remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. However, the position requires periodic onsite presence for meetings and agency visits.
Approximately 5% travel time both domestically and internationally for meetings with regulatory agencies, trade group associations, and customers.
#LI-ME1
* Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
#LI-ME1
The salary range for this position is $122750 - $156850. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.
Why Work at Rehlko?A global leader in energy resilience, Rehlko delivers innovative energy solutions critical to sustain and improve life across home energy, industrial energy systems, and powertrain technologies, by delivering control, resilience, and innovation. Leveraging the strength of its portfolio of businesses - Power Systems, Home Energy, Kohler Uninterruptible Power, Clarke Energy, Heila Technologies, Curtis Instruments, and Engines, and more than a century of industry leadership, Rehlko builds resilience where and when the grid cannot, and goes beyond functional, individual recovery to create better lives and communities, and a more durable and reliable energy future. For more details, learn more at Rehlko.com.
In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!
About UsBeyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Rehlko proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities.
It is Rehlko's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact EnergyJobs@kohler.com. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the Federal EEO is the Law and the EEO is the Law Supplement.