Staff Compliance Engineer

FuelCell Energy

. Support certification, regulatory compliance, and product safety activities for current and next-generation fuel cell-based distributed power generation, hydrogen production, and carbon capture systems .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeDanbury • Connecticut • United StatesLead💰 $13,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in certification and regulatory compliance for fuel cell-based distributed power generation and hydrogen systems, with strong capabilities in developing compliance plans, conducting validation testing, and collaborating across technical teams. Proficient in analyzing technical data and presenting findings to stakeholders while ensuring adherence to industry standards.

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Certification And Regulatory ComplianceValidation TestingProject ManagementTechnical Report PreparationKnowledge Of Industry Standards

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Hard Skills

Engineering DegreeIndustrial Process EquipmentDistributed Power GenerationTest Procedure DraftingAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingMechanical Test ProceduresElectrical Test ProceduresCalibration PracticesQuality Systems

Soft Skills

Strong Organizational SkillsExcellent Communication SkillsAttention To DetailCritical Thinking

Tools & Technologies

ISO 9001PLC-Based SystemsInstrumentationProcess Automation

Industry Keywords

ULCSACEFC-1NFPAANSIASME BPVCCompliance ReportsTechnical Construction FilesIntegrated Energy Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support certification, regulatory compliance, and product safety activities for current and next-generation fuel cell-based distributed power generation, hydrogen production, and carbon capture systems
Lead and support certification and compliance activities involving UL, CSA, CE, FC-1, NFPA, ANSI, ASME BPVC, and other applicable global standards
Research and interpret code and regulatory requirements
Develop compliance plans, certification strategies, schedules, resource plans, testing requirements, and cost estimates
Coordinate technical activities with certification agencies, notified bodies, test laboratories, inspectors, and regulatory organizations
Participate in product development meetings and guide design, fabrication, assembly, and testing decisions toward certification objectives
Review PFDs, P&IDs, fabrication and assembly drawings, BOMs, specifications, control descriptions, test procedures, and site layouts for compliance impacts
Develop compliance-related test programs, test procedures, and witness testing plans
Oversee or participate in integrated system testing, witness testing, and validation activities
Evaluate test findings, identify non-conformances, and support corrective actions and design improvements
Assess engineering changes for certification or regulatory impacts
Maintain certification records, technical construction files, compliance reports, test records, and approval documentation
Support root cause investigations and compliance-related field issue resolution
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and status updates for internal and external stakeholders
Schedule and lead technical meetings related to compliance and certification
Track action items and drive closure of compliance deliverables across cross-functional teams
Support continuous improvement initiatives for certification processes, documentation quality, traceability, and compliance execution
Collaborate with Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, Manufacturing, Quality, Fleet Operations, and external certification teams
Travel domestically and internationally for certification, inspections, audits, testing, field, and supplier visits as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. or M.S. in Engineering or related technical field required
Minimum 8–10 years of relevant engineering experience in industrial process equipment, distributed power generation, fuel cells, hydrogen systems, industrial controls, or related industries
Experience supporting product certification, regulatory compliance, validation testing, or regulated product development activities
Strong understanding of industrial process equipment, integrated energy systems, or distributed power generation technologies
Knowledge of certification frameworks and industry standards including UL, CSA, CE, FC-1, NFPA, ANSI, and ASME BPVC
Understanding of mechanical and electrical test procedures, instrumentation, calibration, and validation practices
Familiarity with quality systems and configuration control processes such as ISO 9001
Strong organizational and project management skills
Experience drafting test procedures, analyzing technical data, and presenting results
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities with strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced engineering environment while driving technical activities across multiple functional groups
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Must have or be able to obtain a passport
Ability and willingness to wear required PPE including safety glasses, safety shoes, hard hats, respirators, and other protective equipment as required
Successful completion of a drug screen, criminal background check, and employment and education verification
Experience working with certification agencies, test laboratories, or regulatory organizations preferred
Experience supporting engineering change management, non-conformance resolution, and structured problem-solving activities preferred
Familiarity with industrial controls, instrumentation, PLC-based systems, or process automation preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Company-paid life insurance
Company-paid disability insurance
401(k) plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Generous paid leave
Competitive compensation package
Inclusive and safe work environment