Sr. Manager, Product Compliance

Building the people that build the world.

With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world.  Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development.  We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

The below is a position with Weil-Mclain, a division of the Marley-Wylain Company.   Weil-McLain is an industry leading manufacturer of high efficiency, condensing boilers.   With a 140 year history coupled with innovation through digital solutions and climate conscious initiatives, we provide reliable comfort heating solutions for residential and commercial use.   

How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)

SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who all make an impact. As a Sr. Manager, Product Compliance, you will work across company departments and internal and external legal staff in the oversight of product claims.  You will lead and provide product technical support to Corporate, Sales, Engineering, Marketing, and Company Leaders through involvement in associations and agencies that affect the Company’s long-term interests.

What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)

While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

1. Monitor and respond to changes in regulatory requirements effecting products:

• Track, analyze, and report to management on industry trends and government rulemaking actions.
• Responsible for agency correspondence including applications, audits, and renewals for certification and listing programs.
• Manage compliance staff in support of multi-business unit brands for all product compliance matters.
• Ensures accuracy of data in agency listings, certifications, standards, correspondence, contacts, and events.

2. Compliance-related cross functional support: 

• Support company functions such as R&D, NPI, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain, Quality, and Manufacturing on ensuring product compliance and listing to relevant standards.
• Represent the Company as the official member or alternate for industry trade associations, standards, codes, and agency committees including but not limited to:   AHRI, ASHRAE, ASME, ASME CSD-1, CSA, DOE, EPA, NFGC, and UL
• Work with Product Engineering Managers to develop Requirements Management approach to define requirements, targets for acceptance and compliance to appropriate regulations and industry requirements.
• Participate in other projects as assigned that relate to the overall goals of the department or organization.

3.  Product Liability

• Act as the company technical representative and/or company witness as required, including answering questions under oath on behalf of the company.
• Provide technical support to the corporate legal staff or outside legal counsel on possible product problems and claims

What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)

We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:

Required Experience

• 10 years of boiler or HVAC design, manufacturing, and application experience.
• Experience in industry code or standards committee related to HVAC (Boiler preferred).

• Strong problem identification, reasoning and resolution skills utilizing root cause analysis or similar tools; collect data, establish facts, distinguish trends, and draw valid conclusions.

• Experience in collaborating with multiple functions/sites to drive common solutions.
• Comfort with public speaking and demonstrated ability to influence senior management, teams, and individuals.
• Knowledge of heating equipment testing and test procedures
• Strong computer skills including CAD, PLM, Requirements Management and statistical analysis software.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills to maintain records and priorities on multiple projects.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Management of a team or related department

Education & Certifications

• BSME or BSEE
• Registered Professional Engineer Preferred
• Master’s degree or equivalent business experience

Travel & Working Environment

• Approximately 30% overnight travel
• Period work in lab or warehouse environment

How we live our culture

Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are.  Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other.  Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads.  

What benefits do we offer?

We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs  

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion

We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day.  We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential. 

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.