CARIAD, Inc. · 4 weeks ago
Principal Engineer, Homologation & Cert
Mountain View, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$195K/yr - $283K/yr
12+ years expCARIAD, Inc. is an automotive software development team within the Volkswagen Group focused on creating a unified software platform for vehicles. The Principal Engineer, Homologation & Certification leads the global regulatory compliance strategy and ensures that software-defined vehicle platforms meet automotive compliance requirements for market launch.
AutomotiveInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead and manage all regulatory testing activities, including EMC/EMI, RF compliance, environmental testing, safety, cybersecurity requirements (e.g., UNECE R155/R156), and software-update-related approval processes
Coordinate testing at third-party labs and ensure technical documentation is complete and accurate
Review and approve supplier test plans, compliance matrices, and technical design files
Support the creation and validation of regulatory labels, declarations of conformity, and country-specific approvals
Prepare or review type approval documentation packages, including technical descriptions, test reports, safety statements, and regulatory dossiers
Ensure accuracy, completeness, and traceability of all certification deliverables before submission to authorities
Ensure homologation deliverables are completed in accordance with CARIAD quality and process standards
Manage interactions with technical services (e.g., TÜV, UTAC, KBA) during review cycles, test report validation, and corrective action follow-up
Develop standardized documentation templates and best practices for certification across CARIAD programs
Lead internal audits and pre-assessment reviews to confirm readiness for formal type approval
Maintain records of all regulatory approvals and ensure appropriate documentation is maintained for VW Group governance
Conduct ongoing monitoring of global regulatory changes and assess implications for in-market vehicles and future releases
Support investigation and resolution of field issues related to compliance, safety, or regulatory deviations
Ensure traceability and documentation of corrective actions to maintain certification validity across deployment lifecycle
Oversee re-certification efforts triggered by product updates, new feature rollouts, or regulatory amendments
Provide compliance insights for defect triage, early warning systems, and market incident reviews
Develop and maintain a comprehensive homologation roadmap covering global markets like U.S., EU, China, and emerging market regulatory pathways
Own the end-to-end homologation strategy for the Infotainment ECU and Connectivity ECU programs
Identify applicable global regulatory standards (e.g., UNECE, FCC, CE, ISED, ANATEL, CCC, UKCA, KBA)
Define certification entry criteria, readiness checkpoints, and approval gates
Partner with VW Group homologation teams to align CARIAD product releases with Group-wide certification strategies
Build and maintain the detailed homologation schedule aligned with the overall ECU launch plan
Lead risk assessments and mitigation planning for regulatory gaps or late-cycle compliance findings
Drive harmonization of regulatory requirements across markets to reduce program complexity and accelerate launch timing
Translate complex regulatory requirements into clear engineering specifications for system, software, and hardware teams
Review product architecture and design proposals to ensure compliance considerations are integrated from concept phase onward
Partner with hardware, software, and systems engineering teams to ensure designs meet regulatory requirements from concept through SOP
Review and approve supplier test plans, compliance matrices, and technical design files
Guide development teams through completion of required safety analyses, traceability matrices, and regulatory test readiness
Identify certification-critical dependencies early in the engineering lifecycle to prevent late-stage redesign or revalidation needs
Collaborate with cybersecurity, functional safety, and quality teams to align regulatory obligations with internal engineering standards
Qualification
Required
Deep understanding of global vehicle regulations
Expertise in certification planning and validation
Strong embedded systems and vehicle systems experience
Experience leading homologation for regulatory compliance, or certification for automotive ECUs or connectivity products
Knowledge of global automotive regulatory frameworks, (e.g. wireless/FCC/CE, EMC, UNECE regulations)
Proven experience leading certification for complex infotainment, telematics, or connectivity systems
Strong ability to interpret technical standards and guide engineering teams to compliance
Demonstrated success creating certification strategies and executing them to meet launch deadlines
Familiarity with manufacturing launch processes and supply chain interactions
Regulatory testing and type approval expertise
12+ years of experience in automotive regulatory compliance, certification engineering, functional safety, or homologation for global markets
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field
Preferred
Familiarity with CARIAD/VW certification workflows
Experience working with OEMs or Tier-1s developing infotainment systems, connectivity modules, or telematics control units
Experience with ISO 26262, ASPICE, ISO 21434
Master's degree; Certifications in Functional Safety or Regulatory Compliance
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k with employer match and defined contribution plan
Short and long term disability
Basic life and AD&D insurance
Employee assistance program
Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment plans
Maternity and non-primary caregiver leave
Adoption assistance
Employee referral program
Vacation and paid holidays
Unique vehicle lease program that covers registration and insurance fees
Company
CARIAD, Inc.
For generations, Volkswagen AG has included a collection of legendary brands.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Scott Runner
Chief Executive Officer
Julian Christopher Zeug
Director IT Security, Chief Information Security Officer
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