Product Safety & Compliance Engineer Wijchen • Personato Recruitment

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Are you a specialist in product safety and regulatory compliance with experience in the EMEA region? Then we have the perfect opportunity for you! For Briggs & Stratton, a global player in the power solutions industry, we are looking for a driven Product Safety & Compliance Engineer to join the compliance team.

 

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As a Product Safety & Compliance Engineer at Briggs & Stratton, you are responsible for conducting compliance reviews and ensuring adherence to regulations throughout the product development and post-production phases. You play a crucial role in monitoring rapidly evolving EU legislation such as the EU Battery Regulation, the Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), and the Machinery Regulation. Your goal is to ensure all products comply with applicable laws from design through certification and market launch. Your responsibilities include:

• Conducting compliance reviews during the design and pre-production phases to ensure compliance with applicable regulations (e.g., Machinery Directive, EMC, RED, and Battery Directive);
• Verifying the compliance status of existing products and maintaining accurate technical documentation (certificates, test reports, declarations, etc.);
• Managing certification processes for machines (including energy solutions and outdoor equipment) in collaboration with test laboratories;
• Participating in industry organizations to stay up to date with EU legislation and the development of standards (e.g., EGMF, RECHARGE, CEN, ISO);
• Integrating compliance information into product labels, manuals, marketing materials, and technical publications.

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As a Product Safety & Compliance Engineer, you recognize yourself in the following profile:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree (HBO level), preferably in a technical field;
• Several years of experience in a similar role, with knowledge of EU regulations and industry standards;
• Experience in product development and implementing compliance approaches;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English;
• You live within a 50 km radius of Wijchen;
• Organized, self-motivated, and proactive.

Organisatie
Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment. It is also a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion batteries, standby generators, and energy storage solutions, as well as lawn and garden, turf care and job site products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Simplicity®, Snapper®, and Billy Goat® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.

In the Netherlands, Briggs & Stratton offers a dynamic working environment where innovation, collaboration, and personal development are key. The company is in the midst of an exciting transition and offers employees the opportunity to make an impact in a fast-growing, technology-driven sector, with ample opportunities for professional growth. Your workplace will be the Wijchen office.

Arbeidsvoorwaarden
Working at Briggs & Stratton means contributing to an innovative, international organization transitioning to sustainable technologies. You will be part of a close-knit and collaborative team with plenty of room for personal growth and real impact. In addition, you will receive:

• A competitive salary based on your education and experience;
• A 13th-month bonus;
• 8% holiday allowance;
• Travel allowance;
• 25 vacation days (with the possibility of additional days);
• Flexibility to work from home.

Cultuur
Working at Briggs & Stratton Netherlands B.V. means being part of a small, close-knit team within a global company that is rapidly evolving into an innovative technology organization with a strong focus on electrification. The culture is open and collaborative, with short lines of communication and plenty of room for personal development. You will have the opportunity to contribute directly to the company’s transformation, where teamwork, flexibility, and innovation are centra.

In this dynamic environment, you will work with colleagues from across multiple countries, creating an international and stimulating workplace. Within the EMEA region, you will closely collaborate with teams in Germany, Switzerland, and the U.S. headquarters. We are looking for a proactive, structured, and communicative specialist who is eager to contribute to regulatory and compliance processes and thrives in an international setting where collaboration is key.