Senior Associate - Compliance & Certification Engineer (Electronics)

Key Responsibilities

Compliance & Certification (Primary Focus)

• Determine applicable regulations, standards, and safety requirements for new and existing products (RoHS, REACH, WEEE, CE, FCC, BIS, etc.).
• Prepare and maintain complete compliance documentation, including certification files, test reports, and regulatory submissions.
• Monitor and assess impact of new regulations on products and suppliers, and develop strategies to maintain compliance.
• Conduct product and process audits to identify gaps, implement corrective actions, and prevent compliance issues.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, and operations teams to embed compliance requirements early in product lifecycle.
• Coordinate with third-party labs, consultants, and certification agencies for testing, validation, and regulatory approvals.
• Manage product lifecycle compliance, including PCN/EOL processes, obsolescence planning, and technical change control.

Quality & Risk Management

• Conduct supplier evaluations and audits to ensure adherence to quality and regulatory standards.
• Resolve compliance-related issues, analyze risks, and implement preventive measures.
• Maintain and enhance processes for supplier onboarding, documentation, and reporting.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Engineering, Operations, and Product teams to align supply chain activities with regulatory and business requirements.
• Act as a point of contact for compliance-related queries from internal stakeholders and external partners.

Sourcing & Vendor Management

• Source electronic components, PCBA, and assemblies globally by evaluating and onboarding suppliers, identifying alternatives for supply continuity, and negotiating contracts, pricing, and terms in line with procurement policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electronics/Engineering or related field; Masters or MBA preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in electronics sourcing/SCM with significant compliance and certification exposure.
• Strong knowledge of global regulations, product safety standards, and certification requirements.
• Hands-on experience with PCBA fabrication, EMS/ODM ecosystems, and supplier evaluation.
• Experience with BOM management platforms (Altium 365, SiliconExpert, SourceEngine, etc.) is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and cross-functional communication skills.

Key Competencies

• Deep understanding of compliance, certification, and regulatory frameworks in electronics.
• Ability to proactively identify compliance gaps and implement corrective actions.
• Detail-oriented, process-driven, and capable of handling multiple compliance projects simultaneously.
• Skilled in supplier management, negotiation, and risk mitigation.