Certification Engineer

The International Motors Certification Engineer is a member of the Certification and Compliance organization and is responsible for ensuring our vehicles are designed and validated to meet all applicable regulatory requirements. A key component of this responsibility is being able to understand regulatory requirements and validation test procedures, and assist design and test teams in ensuring procedures and reports support statements of compliance.

In addition to program-related responsibilities, the Certification Engineer will be the lead expert in assigned regulatory areas and assist in regulatory program planning for those areas. This role is also expected to identify and implement improvements in the way we work, may manage regulatory agency audits, and may mentor lesser experienced team members.

The Certification Engineer will join us in demonstrating and fostering the values and principles of the International Way.

Specific role responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Identify regulations that apply to programs implementing new technologies
• Assist program engineering teams with developing plans to create and document evidence that demonstrate regulatory compliance of new technologies
• Maintain a library of compliance documentation for assigned vehicle models and technology areas
• Monitor product changes for potential regulatory compliance impacts and ensure compliance documentation is in place when applicable
• Manage regulatory agency information requests and audits for assigned areas
• Identify areas for improvement and implement improvement ideas

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Computer Science
• At least 12 years of experience in product design/development or new technologies and/or computer science experience
• At least 2 years of experience leading new technologies or specialized technologies

OR

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Computer Science
• At least 8 years of experience in product design/development or new technologies and/or computer science experience
• At least 2 years of experience leading new technologies or specialized technologies

OR

• PhD in Engineering, Engineering Technology or Computer Science
• At least 5 years of experience in product design/development or new technologies or specialized technologies and/or computer science experience
• At least 2 years of experience leading new technologies or specialized technologies

• Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)

• The ideal candidate will have a background in one or more FMVSS regulated vehicle systems. Expertise in electrical or software engineering is a plus.
• Ability to create engineering specifications and validation procedures from regulatory text
• Ability to communicate technical information verbally and in writing to non-technical personnel in a clear and concise manner
• Knowledge of North American (US/Canada/Mexico) federal regulations and regulation interpretations for commercial vehicles
• Awareness of North American state and provincial commercial vehicle regulations
• Has high level of emotional intelligence; understands and can collaborate with different working styles
• Understands phase-gate program management principles and can accomplish assignments within this type of working structure

We provide a competitive total rewards package which ensures job satisfaction both on and off the job. We offer market-based compensation, health benefits, 401(k) match, tuition assistance, EAP, legal insurance, an employee discount program, and more. 

For this position, the expected salary range will be commensurate with the candidate’s applicable skills, knowledge and experience. 

You can learn more about our comprehensive benefits package at https://careers.international.com/#benefits.

ABOUT INTERNATIONAL
From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit www.International.com.

*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email HUB@International.com to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.