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Project Engineer, Product Compliance


Job Location:

Lisle, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 23 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 22 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Overview

The Project Engineer Product Compliance who independently executes emissions certification and regulatory compliance reporting activities for International Motors commercial vehicle products leveraging data-driven compliance initiatives. This role independently manages complex compliance activities including EPA CARB and ECCC emissions reporting defect investigations warranty reporting recalls and emerging compliance requirements supporting internal combustion engines and electrification and zero-emission technologies.

The Project Engineer partners with engineering testing quality and program teams to ensure regulatory requirements are successfully integrated throughout the product development lifecycle. This position leverages data analytics tools and digital solutions to improve compliance processes identify trends support decision-making and enhance Product Compliance Management Systems.

This role requires strong technical knowledge regulatory expertise and analytical capabilities to interpret requirements manage certification activities and provide guidance on compliance strategies. The Project Engineer may also lead projects coordinate cross-functional initiatives and mentor less experienced engineers.

Responsibilities
  • Lead emissions compliance reporting activities including EPA CARB and ECCC related to defects warranty recalls and certification programs.
  • Partner with engineering testing quality and manufacturing teams to investigate compliance issues and develop effective solutions.
  • Analyze compliance and vehicle performance data to identify trends risks and opportunities for process improvements.
  • Develop and maintain dashboards reports and digital analytics solutions using tools such as Power BI Databricks and other data platforms.
  • Provide regulatory guidance and technical recommendations to engineering teams throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on compliance processes data management and operational efficiency.
  • Support Product Compliance Management Systems and help advance digital transformation initiatives within the compliance organization.
  • Lead assigned projects or workstreams including coordinating cross-functional activities tracking risks and communicating project status.
  • Provide technical mentorship and knowledge sharing to developing engineers and team members.
  • Prepare technical documentation regulatory reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelors degree in Engineering Engineering Technology or Computer Science and at least 2 years of product design/development and/or computer science experience

OR

  • Masters degree in Engineering Engineering Technology or Computer Science and at least 1 year of product design/development and/or computer science experience

OR

  • PhD in Engineering Engineering Technology or Computer Science
Additional Requirements
  • Qualified candidates excluding current employees must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen Legal Permanent Resident Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g. H-1B status)
Desired Skills

Regulatory & Compliance Expertise

  • 2 years of experience supporting emissions compliance certification or regulatory programs within the automotive or commercial vehicle industry.
  • Experience with EPA CARB and/or ECCC emissions regulations and reporting requirements.
  • Knowledge of emissions warranty reporting defect investigations recalls and compliance documentation.
  • Understanding of vehicle certification processes regulatory submissions and compliance milestones.
  • Familiarity with emerging EV/ZEV regulations and alternative powertrain compliance requirements.

Technical Engineering Knowledge

  • Strong understanding of diesel and commercial vehicle powertrain systems.
  • Knowledge of emissions control technologies including SCR DPF DOC LNT and EGR systems.
  • Experience with emissions testing methodologies including dynamometer and PEMS testing.
  • Understanding of vehicle validation certification testing and regulatory compliance processes.
  • Ability to interpret technical requirements and translate them into engineering actions.

Data Analytics & Digital Skills

  • Advanced proficiency in Excel including data analysis visualization and reporting.
  • Demonstrated experience with data analytics and visualization tools including Power BI or similar platforms and data processing/query tools such as SQL Python MATLAB Databricks or equivalent technologies.

Quality Risk & Process Improvement

  • Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D 5-Why and Fishbone analysis.
  • Knowledge of quality management systems including ISO 9001 and environmental management systems such as ISO 14001.
  • Understanding of risk management principles and compliance risk mitigation strategies.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Communication & Leadership

  • Strong technical writing skills with experience preparing regulatory documentation and engineering reports.
  • Ability to communicate complex technical topics clearly to engineering leadership and cross-functional teams.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently influence stakeholders and lead collaborative initiatives.
  • Experience mentoring engineers or serving as a technical resource within a team.

Industry Experience

  • Commercial vehicle heavy-duty truck automotive or related transportation industry experience required.
  • Experience supporting vehicle development programs certification timing and engineering validation activities.
  • Knowledge of industry trends related to emissions regulations electrification and future mobility technologies.
Benefits and Compensation

This position offers competitive market-based compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range with the final offer based on the candidates applicable skills knowledge and experience.

Company Overview

About TRATON
With its brands Scania MAN International and Volkswagen Truck & BusTRATONSE is the parent and holding company of theTRATONGROUP and one of the worlds leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Groups product portfolio comprises trucks buses and light-duty commercial vehicles. Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.: this intention underlines the Companys ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Groups commercial growth.

About International
From a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831 to the 15000-person-strong company we are todayfew companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle Illinois International Motors LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International trucks and engines and IC Bus school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite aftermarket everything we do our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner safer world we all deserve. As of 2021 we joined Scania MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more visit.

*International Motors LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois Missouri New Jersey Ohio Texas and Utah.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.


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