The Certification Expert coordinates the development of strategic certification objectives, supports the implementation of systems and processes for organizational excellence, maintains relationships with Authorities and ensures the timely availability of certificates. In addition, she/he identifies the needs and objectives of the department, conducts problem-solving meetings, collaborates with external and internal bodies, maintains updates on environmental regulations and prepares documentation for the relevant authorities. Finally, she/he works with Quality and Legal departments when needed, supports the resolution of non-conformities, and maintains a customer-oriented approach.Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesExecutive:
Collaborate with platforms and engineering in the development of FPT's strategic objectives in terms of certification.
Support the implementation of systems, policies, and processes that promote organizational excellence and facilitate change through clear and actionable steps.
Maintain relationship with Authorities
Ensure the timely availability of certificates
Certification:
Identify program development needs and implement plans and goals for the Certification Department, collaborating with the other departments.
Ensure that certification programs operate in line with organizational goals.
Conduct meetings related to certification issues with relevant groups (internal or external) to ensure clear, timely and open communication and effective problem solving.
Maintain a working understanding of EPA/CARB/ECCC regulations, as well as FPT's internal policies and procedures.
Preparation and submission of certification documents required by regulatory bodies:
Collaborate closely with product platforms and product development to define requirements through understanding and interpreting regulations and communicating in terms of functional requirements.
Support the development and maintenance of engine certification and compliance requirements, processes, and procedures.
Participate with functional groups and engineers to maintain application and certification requirements in support of product launch milestones.
Monitor and document regulatory changes by federal, state, and local agencies and review functional requirements that affect current and future product lines.
Collect all the required information and documents from product platforms and product development and prepare relevant documents for submission.
Submit all relevant documents for approval through the system and according to the process in force for each Authority
Follow-up with the Authorities to obtain certification
Other Important Responsibilities:
Cooperate with the Quality/Legal department if requested
Collaborate with the NA and global Technical Compliance Team, carrying out activities necessary to address non-conformities.
Support relations and negotiation with Certification Authorities in case of issues.
Participate in accreditation-related audits and activities as needed (site visits, witness checks, etc.).
Ensure that the customer-centric approach to certification is prioritized, fostered, and maintained.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Minimum three years of relevant professional experience in NAFTA emission certification.
Comfortable in building collective buy-in, complex project management, decision making, change management practices, cooperating with people from multiple departments.
Strong knowledge of emissions standards, certification procedures and regulatory compliance.
Commitment to collaboration, integrity and transparency, building and supporting diverse and inclusive work environments.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform within deadlines.
Excellent communication, writing and interpersonal skills
Seniority levelAssociateEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionManufacturingIndustriesMotor Vehicle Manufacturing
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