Engineering Lab & Product Certification Manager at Eaton USA

Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Engineering Services Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Certification Processes, Lab Operations, Safety Compliance, Technical Leadership, Budget Management, Continuous Improvement, Vendor Management, CAD Tools, Product Design, Regulatory Compliance, Project Management, Electrical Laboratories, Capital Budgeting, Standards Development

Industry

electrical;Appliances;and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Lead the charge in shaping innovative product designs and ensuring global compliance standards. In this role, you'll oversee engineering operations, drive continuous improvement, and manage certification processes with agencies like UL, CSA, and IEC. You'll represent the company in industry forums, influence standards, and develop strategies that keep products safe, compliant, and competitive. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on product quality and industry leadership while working in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Manage Industrial Control Labs - Oversee lab operations, safety compliance, agency certifications, technicians, and design services (mechanical/electrical). Establish Engineering Standards - Develop and maintain procedures for PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems (ENOVIA), CAD tools, and drafting/design policies. Provide Technical Leadership - Guide draftspersons, product designers, and engineering teams on standards and best practices. Ensure Lab Safety & Compliance - Enforce ESWP/MESH practices, update SOPs annually, and collaborate with EHS for regulatory requirements. Budget & Resource Management - Develop annual budgets, manage capital planning, and control costs for labs and related projects. Coordinate External Services - Manage vendor contracts, KPIs, and partnerships for overflow work and specialized mechanical/electrical services. Drive Continuous Improvement - Streamline processes, implement training resources, and enhance efficiency through updated technologies. Lead Certification Strategy - Oversee UL, CSA, IEC testing processes, optimize certification costs, and maintain product compliance files. Support Product Stewardship - Ensure compliance with RoHS, REACH-SVHC, and Prop65 regulations across all markets. Communicate & Report - Provide transparent updates to leadership on project progress and maintain records for safety checks and regulatory permits. Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline from an accredited institution Minimum of 5 years of experience in Engineering Services Management, PLM Administration, and/or Product Design Experience with computer data management (PDM/PLM) systems such as ENOVIA, Creo, Autodesk tools, SolidWorks, MAPICS, Oracle, VISTA. and configuration systems Prior experience working with certification agencies Experience organizing/managing lab-wide 5S events and lab improvement projects. Working knowledge of various CAD tools: CREO, SolidWorks, Inventor, EPlan, etc Familiarity with engineering design & product certification standards: NEMA, IEC, UL, CSA, CES, ANSI Proficient in CAD/CAM systems, system applications, interfaces, and database management such as integrating workstation applications with database storage/retrieval Familiar with global codes and standards to be able to interpret requirements for application in ICD products Demonstrated experience in capital budgeting, including activity center allocations Proven ability to lead compliance initiatives (monthly safety checks, equipment PM, etc.) Safety-first mindset, working knowledge of electrical laboratories and MESH requirements

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Responsibilities

Lead engineering operations and manage certification processes to ensure global compliance standards. Oversee lab operations, establish engineering standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.