Senior Certification & Compliance Engineer

About R.C. Systems LLC We are a Texas-based manufacturer of gas detection equipment serving industrial and commercial markets. As we continue expanding our product portfolio, we are seeking an experienced engineer to lead our hazardous-area certification efforts, including ATEX and IECEx approvals for our gas detectors.

Position Overview

The Senior Certification & Compliance Engineer (ATEX / IECEx – Gas Detection Products)will be responsible for managing all activities required to obtain and maintain ATEX, IECEx, and other global hazardous-location approvals for our fixed gas detection products. This role requires deep expertise in Ex standards, intrinsic safety design principles, and the certification process with notified bodies.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage ATEX and IECEx certification projects from concept to final approval.
• Interpret and apply relevant standards (e.g., EN/IEC 60079 series, intrinsic safety, flameproof, non-sparking, etc.).
• Review and guide product designs to ensure compliance with hazardous-area requirements.
• Serve as the primary technical contact with external certification bodies, test labs, and regulatory agencies.
• Prepare technical documentation, including design files, risk assessments, test plans, and product manuals.
• Coordinate product testing, corrective actions, and design changes as needed.
• Maintain ongoing compliance for certified products, including change control, audits, and re-certification.
• Provide internal guidance to engineering teams on Ex design practices and regulatory requirements.
• Support additional certifications (UL, CSA, SIL, functional safety) when necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with ATEX and/or IECEx certification of electronic or electromechanical products - gas detectors or similar safety products strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of the IEC/EN 60079 series, intrinsic safety (Ex i), flameproof (Ex d), and other explosion-protection techniques.
• Experience working directly with notified bodies and testing laboratories.
• Familiarity with documentation requirements: technical construction files, FMEAs, risk analyses, wiring diagrams, BOM reviews, etc.
• Ability to manage multiple certification projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Knowledge of UL/CSA hazardous location requirements is a plus.
• Experience with functional safety (IEC 61508/SIL) is a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to lead certification efforts for innovative gas detection products
• Collaborative, growing engineering environment
• Long-term career growth opportunities

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person