Overview: Part of Zebra’s worldwide Regulatory Department, this specialist role involves working closely with our Program Management, Engineering, ODM/JDM partners and Test Laboratories to ensure successful global certifications. The Regulatory Specialist must have a thorough working knowledge of technical specifications and approval process and will apply in depth experience to certifications worldwide within schedule and budget. Staying up to date with new technologies and requirements is paramount with regular review of product specifications to ensure successful and continual compliance. Additionally, will contribute to develop solutions that optimize the organization and drive continuous improvements.
Responsibilities: In-depth experience of SAR testing and certifications worldwide with a strong WLAN, WAN and RFID Regulatory expertise. Must have a working knowledge of technical specifications and approval process, including but not limited to UL/CB certifications includes Laser and LED approval. Manages assigned programs and/or product compliance initiatives. Ensure optimal process exists and execute to evaluate, select and apply international test standards, compliance testing techniques, test procedures, and criteria for area of expertise. Interface with other Regulatory Leads in their areas of expertise. Maintain relationships with internal and external partners, including, but not limited to engineering, product management, program management, ODM/JDM partners, test labs, certification partners and regulators. Liaison with internal and ODM/JDM Development teams to ensure successful compliance on new product development. Preparation/Review of regulatory schedules, test plans and costing information from the test lab. Preparation/Review of status documents for issues. Managing any test or certification issues that arise. Monitor and Report on new requirements that could impact Zebra products. Support of Regulatory team in various areas as required including specialists within the same discipline Ensure Regulatory Process Documents are continuously developed, improved and maintained! Recognized as a subject matter expert who exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Strong knowledge in function, product, technology service, strategy, and business complexities in order to contribute to the development of creative solutions in area of expertise.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical performance experience 8+ years related experience Technical competence with strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills with demonstrated ability to interact with professionals and management to gather and disseminate information. Knowledge of Regulatory standards. Program Management skills including ability to generate and review test plans, schedules and budgets. Able to work independently as well as cooperatively in a team environment across many geographical boundaries and time zones Experience interacting with customers, certification bodies and test labs. Ability to multi-task, assign and manage priorities in a shifting environment on multiple programs Strong written, verbal and presentation skills Fluent in English - spoken and written