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Apple Inc.

Senior Video Standards Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$181.10 - $318.40/hr

Apple's Multimedia Engineering team is looking for a video standards engineer who will represent the voice of Apple Multimedia in standards bodies around the world. In this role, you will join a ...

Southern California Edison

$95 - $125/hr

The standards engineering team inherently supports strategic objectives in two main functions. (1) Maintaining the standards such that SCE can efficiently design, construct, inspect, maintain, and ...

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Ofinno

3GPP RAN1/RAN2 Standards Engineer

Reston, VA · On-site

$162K - $315K/yr

3GPP RAN1/RAN2 Standards Engineer About Ofinno: Ofinno is a leading research and development lab headquartered in Reston, Virginia, specializing in advancing communication and media standards. Our ...

Advanced Micro Devices

WI · On-site

$110 - $150/hr

THE ROLE Global Cluster Engineering (GCE) at AMD has a unique opportunity for a Cluster Architecture Documentation & Standards Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and partners with ...

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What is a standards engineer?

Standards Engineers are professionals who develop, implement, and maintain technical standards within industries to ensure products, processes, or services meet regulatory and safety requirements. They work closely with regulatory bodies, industry groups, and engineering teams to create and update standards that promote quality, compatibility, and safety. Their role is critical in industries such as manufacturing, telecommunications, and energy, where consistent standards are essential for interoperability and compliance.

How does a standards engineer typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during the development of new products?

As a Standards Engineer, you will frequently work alongside product development, quality assurance, and regulatory teams to ensure that new products meet industry and safety standards. This collaboration involves interpreting relevant standards, communicating requirements clearly, and providing technical guidance throughout the design and testing phases. By actively participating in cross-departmental meetings and reviewing documentation, you help bridge gaps between engineering goals and compliance needs, ultimately facilitating smoother product launches and minimizing compliance risks.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a standards engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Standards Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering principles, regulatory compliance, and standards development, typically supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with industry-specific standards (such as ISO, IEEE, or ANSI), technical documentation tools, and sometimes certifications like Certified Standards Professional (CStd) are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for interpreting standards and collaborating with cross-functional teams. These skills and qualifications are essential to ensure products and processes meet regulatory requirements and promote consistency, safety, and quality across the organization.

What is the difference between Standards Engineer vs Quality Engineer?

AspectStandards EngineerQuality Engineer
CertificationsISO, ASQ certifications, engineering degreesISO, Six Sigma, ASQ certifications
Work EnvironmentStandards development, compliance, documentationProduct testing, process improvement, defect analysis
Industry UsageManufacturing, aerospace, automotive, techManufacturing, software, healthcare, automotive

Both Standards Engineers and Quality Engineers often hold similar certifications and work in manufacturing and tech industries. Standards Engineers focus on developing and maintaining industry standards and ensuring compliance, while Quality Engineers concentrate on testing, quality assurance, and process improvements. Understanding these roles helps organizations ensure both compliance and product quality.

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Regulatory Compliance & Standards Engineer

Quantum World Technologies Inc

Houston, TX • On-site

$79K - $103K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Controls Compliance Technical Regulations & Standards Engineer

Location: Houston, TX

Onsite/ Remote: Day 1 Onsite at customer location 

Provide engineering support to the Gas Power Technical Compliance (GPTC) organization for Project TRS Compliance Engineer for HD New Units, HD Services (CM&U), Aero New Units and Services (CM&U) and for All Contractual Services & Outages role.

Job Description:

Analyze and determine global technical regulations and standards (Electrical Safety, EMC/EMI, Hazloc & Environmental) for Controls equipment in Gas, Steam Turbine, Generator, DCS and BOP. Controls equipment typically includes GEV Mark VIe/VIeS, LS2100e, EX2100e, HMI and Networking equipment, Cyber Security hardware and peripherals.

Provide support on Maintenance and release of controls compliance part list.

Update, maintain Controls fulfillment workflows & Support Central.

Work with controls engineering and create controls specific workflows & review BOMs.

Partner with Controls Global Supply Chain and obtain regulatory compliance documentation as applicable.

Own & Closure of 0086xxC, 087xxC & V021xxC, 100TCC, V021TCP, 087TCP/TCPA for all Controls MLIs ‿ New Unit & CMUs.

Lead Controls Projects as PTCMs for Gas Power Projects with Controls Only Scope.

Act as Controls Fulfillment Compliance engineer backup.

Provide TRS assessment (analyze, review & support 3rd party tests) for AVL (approved vendor list) & ECR

(Engineering change requests) workflows for Controls parts replacements on I/O modules and components.

Release DoCs & Test reports in GTCC PLM, maintain rev control for existing certs for Controls product lines.

Maintain 3rd Party agency & NoBo relationships ‿ Schedule testing, write SOWs, maintain invoice tracking for Controls product lines.

Support Controls Platform TRS engineers on NPI Programs for Controls product lines.

Support Controls Platform TRS engineers on FPC Programs for Controls product lines.

Support Flow parts related queries for Supplier documentation for GEV CSS/SCS Product lines.

Support NACP & OTM Controls Parts TRS queries to release shipment hold on all CSS/SCS orders.

Support Panel shop TRS compliance audits & NCN closures with resource locally in Longmont Manufacturing.

Provide CSS/SCS Manufacturing TRS support for the factory.

PREREQUISITES:

  • Experience on power plant (GT, ST and generator)
  • Competencies and experience in technical regulations and associated standards
  • Experience in interaction with CE Notify Bodies and regulatory authorities
  • Experience in working on TR&S assessments and documentation collection reviews.
  • Experience in designing controls systems
  • Experience with ERP systems for parts compliance
  • Experience in designing equipment placed in Hazardous area.

Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree in  Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Exp 7 to10 years