The Director – Engineering Compliance (ASME, NFPA, OSHA) is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring that all engineering practices, designs, installations, and operations adhere to national and international codes, standards, and regulatory requirements. This includes oversight and governance of compliance with ASME (boiler and pressure vessel codes), NFPA (fire safety and protection), OSHA (occupational health and safety), and other applicable standards. The role requires a strong technical background, deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, and the ability to lead audits, training, risk assessments, and corrective actions across multiple sites or engineering teams.
Serve as the subject matter expert on ASME, NFPA, and OSHA standards across the organization’s engineering and facility operations.
Develop, implement, and maintain engineering compliance programs, policies, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Monitor changes in relevant codes and regulations; proactively update internal systems and practices to maintain compliance.
Ensure the design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of equipment and infrastructure are code-compliant.
Lead or coordinate internal and third-party audits, inspections, and engineering reviews for code compliance.
Identify compliance risks and lead the development of corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) for non-conformances.
Manage records for compliance documentation including equipment certifications, inspection logs, pressure vessel registrations, and permits.
Oversee incident investigations related to engineering failures or regulatory breaches and lead root cause analysis.
Develop and deliver training programs for engineers, operators, and maintenance personnel on relevant code and safety standards.
Support Engineering, Facilities, Maintenance, and EHS teams with technical guidance and interpretation of compliance requirements.
Act as a liaison between engineering and regulatory agencies during inspections, reporting, and certification processes.
Participate in engineering design reviews to ensure regulatory compliance is integrated into capital projects and system upgrades.
Review specifications, drawings, and engineering deliverables for compliance with ASME Section I, VIII, B31.1, B31.3, and related NFPA codes.
Ensure fire protection systems (sprinklers, alarms, suppression systems) meet NFPA 70, 72, 101, and other relevant codes.
Develop a long-term compliance strategy aligned with organizational risk management and operational excellence goals.
Lead compliance reporting, metrics tracking, and performance monitoring related to regulatory adherence.
Mentor compliance engineers and lead cross-functional compliance task forces or initiatives.
ASME Compliance: Pressure vessels, piping systems, boiler codes (Section I, VIII, B31.1/B31.3).
NFPA Standards: Fire prevention, explosion protection, hazardous materials, electrical safety (NFPA 70, 72, 101).
OSHA Compliance: Workplace safety, machine guarding, lockout/tagout (LOTO), confined spaces, and hazard communication.
Engineering Risk Management: Technical assessments, compliance auditing, and corrective action planning.
Documentation & Certification: Engineering records, inspection reports, test protocols, and authority approvals.
Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Bridging engineering, safety, legal, and quality departments in a unified compliance culture.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering (Master’s preferred).
10+ years of experience in engineering or technical compliance roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
In-depth knowledge of ASME, NFPA, OSHA, and other relevant industry codes and standards.
Experience in regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals, energy, oil & gas, food & beverage, or aerospace.
Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies, audit frameworks, and process safety management.
Certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Professional Engineer (PE), or ASME/NFPA membership preferred.
Strong leadership, communication, and training capabilities.
Proficiency in technical documentation, audit software, and compliance reporting tools.