R&D Material Compliance Engineer - Traction Transformers

Job Description

. Working cross-functionally with internal teams and suppliers, you will help integrate compliance into product development while staying current with global regulatory trends. How you ll make an impact Demonstrate solid competence in technologies, tools and methods in our own specialist area through solving complex industrial problems. Maintain recognized expertise in specific areas by externally reviewing current technologies. Develop and execute a global material compliance strategy aligned with traction transformer product development and sustainability goals. Track and interpret global and regional regulations (e.g., REACH, RoHS, TSCA, RISL,) relevant to traction transformer materials and translate them into actionable plans. Ensure material compliance is embedded from concept through design, manufacturing, and end-of-life stages of traction transformer products. Evaluate and test materials if suppliers are unable to meet the requested declaration forms. Assess and qualify alternative materials (e.g., insulating oils, polymers, metals) for compliance, performance, and environmental impact. Identify risks related to restricted substances or hazardous materials and implement mitigation strategies in collaboration with engineering and SCM teams. Conduct training for R&D, SCM, and quality teams to build awareness of compliance requirements specific to traction transformer materials. Help integrate documentation systems into engineering tools (Platform TT, TT Config, iStandra, etc.) to cover the product lifecycle from offer to end-of-life. Work closely with product managers, technology teams, SCM, Engineering, Sales, and sustainability leads to align compliance with innovation and customer needs & BU PGTR engaged in the Product Regulatory Compliance program. Participate in transformer industry committees and standardization bodies to stay ahead of trends and influence material compliance standards. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines. Your Background Master s degree in chemistry/ materials science/ engineering, or related field. Min. 5 years of experience in materials and chemicals characterization methodologies Strong knowledge of global product material compliance regulations including SCIP, REACH, RoHS, TSCA and ability to translate into R&D actions. Strong general quantitative and qualitative analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex information in clear, understandable ways to internal and external audiences. Willingness to travel to factories when needed Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required .