Homologation Manager - PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA : Job Details

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Role summary: The Homologation Manager leads and manages the homologation process for new and existing vehicles and components to ensure compliance with Latin American regulatory standards, including safety, emissions, and environmental laws. This position acts as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies, importers, and internal teams to obtain timely market approvals and maintain certifications.

• Ensure all vehicles, components, and systems comply with local regulations, certification standards, and governmental requirements for each country in the region
• Manage homologation of spare parts and maintenance of certifications thereafter
• In collaboration with local importers, communicate with regulatory bodies, internal teams, and external partners to achieve timely and efficient market approvals
• Proactively monitor emission, safety, environmental, parts packaging, labeling regulation trends and requirements in each market of Latin America
• Lead and manage the homologation process for new and existing vehicles, ensuring full compliance with Latin American regulatory standards
• Coordinate and oversee the submission of technical documents, test reports, and other necessary paperwork to obtain type approvals and certifications from relevant authorities in each country
• Act as the primary point of contact between Porsche headquarters and appointed importers in each market, who liaise with local government agencies, regulatory bodies, certification labs, and testing facilities
• Work closely with engineering, product development, legal, and quality assurance teams to ensure product specifications meet regulatory standards and facilitate necessary modifications for compliance
• Stay up to date on changes in automotive legislation and homologation requirements across Latin American markets, and advise internal teams on future trends and adjustments
• Manage relationships with test laboratories and ensure all required tests (safety, emissions, performance) are conducted according to country-specific regulations
• Maintain proper documentation and accessibility of homologation certificates, regulatory approvals, and compliance records
• Continuously review and improve homologation processes to reduce lead times and costs while preserving quality and compliance

• Education Bachelors degree in automotive engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field
• Experience 5-7 years of experience in homologation, regulatory affairs, or compliance within the automotive industry
• Proven track record of homologating vehicles or components in multiple countries
• Experience in Aftersales, especially spare parts and accessory distribution and sales
• Experience working with third-party laboratories and certification bodies
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory and certification standards across Latin American countries (e.g., Argentina, Mexico, Colombia)

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple homologation projects simultaneously
• Familiarity with international homologation standards such as UN/ECE regulations, and Latin American national regulations
• Strong technical understanding of automotive systems, including safety and emissions standards
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, fluency in Spanish and English (German is a plus)
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
• Networking ability and capacity to influence and mobilize others toward a common goal
• Computer proficiency (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
• Able to talk, hear, walk, sit, stand, climb stairs occasionally; comfortable working at a desk and on a computer
• Ability to work effectively in an open, potentially noisy environment
• Operates in an office setting with standard office equipment; noise level can be loud

Percentage of required travel: approx. 15 - 25%

Schedule/Shift: 40 weekly hours

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