Product Conformance | Technical Certification Manager

4 weeks ago


Willowbrook, United States Fiat Powertrain Technologies of North America, Inc. Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

We are actively seeking a dynamic Product Conformance - North America Technical Certification Manager to join our Product Conformance team. This person will lead the Certification Department and oversee Certification Programs, including supervisory duties. As a key Product Conformance Leadership Team member, this person must ensure departmental progress and accountability, manage resources, and develop and implement a strategic, operational plan that aligns with FPT’s mission and values. The main areas of Responsibility are Certification, Planning, Technical Compliance, and process development support.

Responsibilities include and are not limited to:

Executive:

  • Collaborate with global cross-functional platforms, including Engineering, in developing FPT's strategic objectives regarding certification.
  • Implement systems, policies, and processes that support organizational excellence and manage change with clear and straightforward steps.
  • Maintain accurate department performance metrics and generate reports.
  • Uphold high-level strategic relationships with Authorities by discussing critical issues with EPA/CARB and building a relationship of open dialogue and trust.

Certification:

  • Identify program needs and implement plans and goals for the Certification Department, collaborating effectively with other FPT and Iveco Group departments.
  • Ensure that certification programs operate in line with organizational goals.
  • Conduct FPT meetings related to certification issues with relevant groups (internal or external) to ensure clear, timely, and open communication and effective problem-solving.
  • Establish opportunities for collaboration or partnerships with other organizations involved in certification programs, ensuring that FPT remains an industry leader and maintains high value for its customers.
  • Consult regularly with the Legal Department and Compliance Departments.
  • Maintain a working understanding of EPA/CARB/ECCC regulations, as well as FPT's internal policies and procedures.
  • Supervision of the preparation and submission of certification documents required by regulatory bodies:
    1. Collaborate closely with product platforms and product development to define requirements through understanding and interpreting regulations and communicating in terms of functional requirements.
    2. 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 to support product launch milestones.
    3. Monitor and document regulatory changes by federal, state, and local agencies and review functional requirements that affect current and future product lines.
    4. Represent the Technical Certification in meetings with customers, suppliers, and industrial groups.
  • Cooperate with the Quality/Legal department and directly oversee complaints, investigations, lawsuits, and other high-risk matters.
  • Collaborate with the NA and global Technical Compliance Team, carrying out activities necessary to address non-conformities.
  • Lead relations and negotiations with certification authorities in case of issues.
  • Participate in accreditation-related audits and activities as needed (site visits, witness checks, etc.).
  • Ensures that all program staff prioritize, foster, and maintain the customer-centric approach to certification.
  • Meet financial goals by estimating requirements, presenting an annual budget, and planning expenses.
  • Oversee and manage the Certification Department by providing staff leadership, coaching, and mentoring. Ensure personal and professional growth through oversight and guidance of staff development programs.
  • Coordinate and guide teams to achieve operational metrics in their areas of responsibility and succeed in their roles.
  • Respond to staff feedback and concerns with urgency, collaboration, and responsibility.
  • Participate in workshops, review publications, establish personal networks, and participate in professional associations, representing FPT at public events as assigned.

The qualified candidate will have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • Minimum seven years of relevant professional experience in NAFTA emission certification.
  • Minimum of five years in organizational leadership level position.
  • Organizational management and supervisory experience, project management skills, and budget control.
  • Comfortable building collective buy-in, complex project management, high-level decision-making, change management practices, managing people from multiple departments, and successfully developing a strong team.
  • Strong knowledge of emissions standards, certification procedures, and regulatory compliance.
  • Commitment to collaboration, integrity, and transparency and building and supporting diverse and inclusive work environments.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, perform within deadlines, and work under pressure.
  • Excellent communication, writing, and interpersonal skills.


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