United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Saab UK is part of Scandinavia’s largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 500 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training.
As part of the global entity Saab AB, Saab UK combines the innovative spirit of a start-up with the resources and expertise of a larger corporation. Globally, Saab employs over 24,000 people, with operations on every continent. Our partnerships with UK customers and industry mean we are able to deliver innovative solutions to complex challenges, anticipating the threats of tomorrow. We invest 23% of our annual revenue into research and development, collaborating with a range of partners including industry and academia.
Saab is a company that offers our employees plenty of opportunities for growth and advancement. We embrace diversity and are committed to providing a workplace where individuals can thrive professionally, paving the way for future progression. We also recognise the need for a healthy work-life balance to ensure our staff have the chance to live a fulfilling life beyond the workplace.
The Role:
This a 12-month contract role, part of our Saab Seaeye Business Unit. We are looking for an experienced Compliance Engineer to join our underwater robotics business in Fareham.
The role will be tasked with ensuring compliance of Saab Seaeye’s designs and products to applicable standards and regulations.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
* Work with minimal supervision on your own and/or within project teams, directing and managing others within the Compliance domain, co-ordinate compliance activities between the Engineering Department, other areas of the business and external organisations.
* Control and maintain compliance of the company’s products to applicable national and international regulatory standards including EU Directives (CE), UL and FCC, and industry standards and guidelines including DNV, Norsok, IMCA and Lloyds Register.
* Create and maintain technical files and declarations that satisfy the requirements of the above standards and directives.
* Monitor and report on new and updated regulations and standards and their impacts on the company’s products.
* Liaise directly with internal development and production teams and external test laboratories and notified bodies to plan, co-ordinate and execute test accreditation activities.
* Analyse internal and external test results and reports, and use the findings to generate updated compliance verification and test plans and provide guidance to design engineering teams to help them to deliver compliant product solutions.
* Report on and present product compliance status to internal stakeholders and auditors.
* Create technical compliance assessments in response to end user contractual requirements.
* Contribute to design review and the release of new products and product upgrades to ensure that all new products are developed in a manner that is suitable for standards accreditation.
* Take part in the engineering change process to ensure ongoing product compliance.
* Contribute to the continual development and improvement of the department’s processes and procedures and the sharing of knowledge and best practice as required.
* Travel nationally and occasionally internationally in support of the company’s objectives.
* Conduct activities professionally and continually improve personal skills through training and awareness.
* Undertake any other duties as appropriate within their competence, as required by their Supervisor or Manager from time to time.
Qualifications:
* HND, Bachelor’s degree, graduate certificate or Diploma in relevant Engineering field.
* Working knowledge of EN 60204 LVD safety standards.
* Expert knowledge of technical file generation / structure / management.
* Competent in performing risk assessments for product groups (Electrical / Mechanical).
* Working knowledge of Environmental testing associated with requirements under CE LVD safety standards.
* Working knowledge of electronic systems / assemblies in relation to component recognition, PCB’s, Wiring.
* Self-starter able to prioritise workload in relation to project aspects, and to deliver assigned standard work.
* Able to work independently and as part of a team, delivering with high performance.
* Personable and approachable.
* Confident in interacting with third-party service providers and all levels of staff, including senior managers & directors.
* Working knowledge of EN 61010, EMC standards and directives for CE / FCC, and environmental testing requirements.
* Understanding of mechanical principles, PCB layout and manufacturing systems, creepage ‘n’ clearance requirements, insulation barriers, and EMC principles.
* Experience with marine products under EN 60945 and knowledge of DNV Rules, Norsok, IMCA, Lloyds Register standards.
* In-depth knowledge of mechanical principles, design, and manufacture.
* Degree qualified in Electrical / Electronic / Mechanical Engineering.
By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview.
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