MSA - The Safety Company · 11 hours ago
Senior Manager/Director, Global Engineering Compliance & Product Stewardship
Cranberry Township, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
15+ years expMSA - The Safety Company is a purpose-driven organization committed to innovation and technology for safety solutions. The Senior Engineering Manager / Director of Global Compliance Engineering will lead compliance engineering activities, ensuring products meet regulatory standards and managing international partnerships.
Public Safety
Responsibilities
Provide leadership and strategic direction for the Global Compliance Engineering organization
Lead all Compliance Engineers and global staff to ensure successful development and launch of compliant products
Attract, develop, and retain top compliance talent
Deliver certification-ready solutions that meet global regulatory standards
Shape and evolve product compliance and global market access strategies, including solutions with integrated radio technologies
Participate in annual portfolio planning with Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and external partners
Forecast compliance resourcing needs and maintain accurate departmental budgets
Ensure regulatory requirements are built into planning for upcoming and ongoing product initiatives
Establish and maintain international partnerships to support in‑country representation globally
Collaborate with the Law Department to structure contracts and mitigate risks in complex international regulatory engagements
Maintain proper authorization structures with third‑party and multi‑party partnerships
Lead processes for managing country-specific product regulations and standards
Provide regulatory interpretation and make decisions where guidance is unclear or ambiguous
Review and execute legally binding agreements with certification bodies, government agencies, and international partners
Work closely with the Law Department on ethics and compliance matters related to regulatory affairs
Serve as the company’s representative with government and non‑government regulatory entities
Maintain relationships with trade associations, consultants, and certification agencies
Engage in regulatory discussions, standards development, and policy initiatives
Develop and continuously improve MSA’s global Product Stewardship program
Evaluate business needs, regulatory requirements, and modern tools to enhance stewardship processes
Lead internal teams and third-party contributors to deploy consistent global solutions
Support Global EHS & Product Stewardship goals through training, communication, and program development
Qualification
Required
15+ years of experience in product development, quality, compliance, or related fields
Proven ability to interpret and communicate U.S., European, and international regulatory schemes and consensus standards
New product development experience delivering products on time, on budget, and aligned with customer requirements
Experience working with internationally dispersed teams
Demonstrated ability to assess ambiguous regulatory situations, identify risks, and make informed decisions
Excellent written communication and regulatory documentation skills
Strong strategic planning and organizational efficiency capabilities
Proven leadership, influencing skills, and cross-functional collaboration
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting deadlines
Strong problem-solving, flexibility, and teamwork
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline (required)
Preferred
MBA or Master's degree in a related engineering or business field
Company
MSA - The Safety Company
MSA is a global organization committed to developing, manufacturing, and supplying safety products.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Nish Vartanian
Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer
William Lambert
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
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