Job Title: Chemical Regulatory and Compliance Engineer
Location: El Segundo, CA
Job Type: 6 month contract, possible extension W2
Expected hours per week: 40 hours per week
Schedule: On-site, 8am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday
Pay Range: $35-$40 per hour
Job Description:
Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated, analytical, and detail-oriented Chemical Regulatory & Compliance Engineer to join a Product Safety, Regulatory & Compliance team. This position will support the organization’s chemical regulatory compliance program and play a key role in ensuring products meet applicable global safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in chemical regulations, restricted substances management, and product safety within the consumer products industry.
Key Responsibilities
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Research, monitor, and summarize emerging global, federal, state, and regional chemical regulations, standards, and restricted substance requirements affecting consumer products.
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Track and assess regulatory developments such as TSCA, REACH, Proposition 65, and other applicable chemical compliance requirements.
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Support the incorporation of regulatory requirements into internal policies, procedures, and compliance programs.
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Maintain and update the organization’s Restricted Substances List (RSL).
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Review chemical composition data, including Safety Data Sheets (SDS/MSDS) and Bills of Substances, against restricted substance requirements.
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Provide technical assessments, risk evaluations, and recommendations regarding material and chemical compliance.
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Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and international chemical reporting obligations.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve chemical management systems, databases, and compliance processes.
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Support supplier compliance programs, chemical declarations, and product stewardship initiatives.
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Contribute to efforts that enhance product safety, regulatory compliance, and process efficiency.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
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2-3 years of relevant experience in chemical regulatory compliance, product stewardship, product safety, or a related field.
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Knowledge of global chemical regulations and restricted substances requirements applicable to consumer products.
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Familiarity with common consumer product materials, including polymers, coatings, adhesives, inks, textiles, and packaging materials.
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Strong analytical, research, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
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Ability to evaluate complex regulatory requirements and communicate findings effectively.
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Experience working with regulatory databases, chemical declarations, supplier compliance programs, or product stewardship initiatives is preferred.
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Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Preferred Skills
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Understanding of chemical reporting requirements and restricted substances management.
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Experience interpreting Safety Data Sheets (SDS/MSDS) and chemical composition data.
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Knowledge of global environmental and product safety regulations.
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Proficiency with data management systems and compliance databases.
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Ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
Benefits: 40 hours paid time off, medical insurance contributions, dental vision and our 401k retirement savings plan available.
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