HW Engineer / Regulatory Engineer

Location: Northford, CT

Hello,

Job Title : HW engineer /Regulatory Engineer

Client: Arrow Electronics

Work Location: Northford ,CT

some flexiblity 3-4 days onsite with 1-2 days remote can be provided if that is mandtory ask from excellent candidates)

Visa: All visa, except H1B transfer

C2C engagements are allowed.

Looking for similar to a HW engineer /Regulatory Engineer with 5-10 years of experience, with experience on FIRE regulatory compliance (UL864) and testing activities.

What candidate will be doing:

Design and develop robust hardware systems and circuits with built-in compliance to FIRE regulatory requirements

Integrate regulatory considerations (safety, EMC/EMI, environmental, reliability) into the hardware design process

Design, develop and review schematics, layouts, and BOMs with focus on regulatory compliance, reliability, and manufacturability

Collaborate with certification and approval agencies such as UL, FM, CSFM, and international regulatory bodies to secure approvals for new products

Develop effective compliance and certification strategies

Assist in planning and setting up test configurations to meet regulatory requirements

Coordinate and support testing activities with approval agencies at external test labs

Manage and maintain certification listings for existing products, ensuring continued compliance

Provide guidance to cross-functional engineering teams on regulatory and compliance requirements

Prepare and maintain technical files, test reports, and compliance documentation

Provide support for compliance activities, including performing basic troubleshooting when required

Stay updated on changes in regulatory standards and communicate impact to stakeholders

Collaborate effectively quality and testing teams to support product development activities

What we are looking for:

Bachelor's degree in Electronics or Electrical engineering

5+ years of experience in hardware design and development

Strong experience in analog electronics design involving sensors, bipolar and MOSFET transistors, operational amplifiers and a variety of passive components

Experience with digital and microcontroller-based hardware design

At least 2 years of experience in managing UL certification projects, including end-to-end coordination from submission through final approval

Working knowledge of UL standards (e.g., UL 864), certification processes, and product file structures

Understanding of product safety testing and failure analysis

Strong foundation in electrical engineering principles and product safety concepts

Strong documentation and communication skills

Preferred knowledge of commercial fire system components and functionality

Preferred awareness of industry standards such as NFPA, NEC, NEMA, FCC, CISPR, EN, or other global regulatory standards