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Lead Compliance Engineer, R&D

Wilmington, DE

Posted: 06/02/2026 Industry: Engineering and Technical Job Number: 19135 Security Clearance: NA / not required

Job Description

Job Title: Lead Compliance Engineer, R&D
Salary: Mid-point and target $140-$160 absolute MAX + 12% bonus
Location: Wilmington
Duration: PERM
Shift: M-F 1st shift, flexible start times

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement compliance strategies for global regulatory standards (EU MDR, EMC/EMI, safety compliance, etc.) throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Serve as the primary technical expert for regulatory compliance, supporting Program Management, Regulatory Assurance, and R&D teams.
  • Participate in product design reviews, identify applicable regulatory standards, and provide training to prevent compliance issues.
  • Oversee EMC, environmental, and IEC 60601-1 compliance testing at certified labs; act as liaison with agencies such as UL, CSA, TUV, BSI.
  • Drive compliance activities for new product launches, post-launch changes, and corrective actions to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.
  • Support internal and third-party audits, prepare and review documentation for test labs and regulatory bodies.
  • Create compliance program plans, certification test plans, verification procedures, and reports.
  • Collaborate with engineering, marketing, systems, and manufacturing teams to implement compliance requirements into product definitions.
  • Manage multiple projects and priorities, contributing to CAPA, cost reduction, EOL, and operations support projects.
  • Mentor and train junior engineers as needed.
 Physical Demands:
  • Sit, stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl.
  • Lift/move/carry products up to 40 pounds.
  • Exposure to moving mechanical parts, vibration, and moderate noise.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree required; master’s or PhD in a technical field strongly preferred.
  • 8+ years of experience (or 6+ years with Master’s, 3+ years with PhD) in compliance testing for product devices and international certifications.
  • Experience with wireless technologies (Wi-Fi, RFID) and electrical test equipment (spectrum analyzers, vector network analyzers, signal generators).
  • Strong understanding of medical device compliance and safety standards, device manufacturing, and product lifecycle processes.
  • Proficient in EMC design concepts, lab test equipment (multi-meters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, etc.).
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex EMC issues.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and projects.
  • Logical thinking, mature engineering judgement, and strong analytical/problem-solving skills.
  • Effective collaboration and communication skills with technical and non-technical colleagues.
  • Proficiency in revision control and at least one software language (e.g., Python).
  • Familiarity with FDA, FAA, DoD, ISO environments and risk assessment management.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Ability to mentor and train junior engineers is a plus.

Meet Your Recruiter

Emily Donahue
Regional Recruiting Manager

  • Directs the recruitment efforts for both the Quincy, MA and Providence, RI branches. 
  • Manages a distributed team of recruiting leads, individual contributor recruiters and account managers. 
  • Responsible for leading the fulfillment and execution of sourcing, recruiting, sales and business development practices across the region. 
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