Technical & Compliance Engineer

Solidcor; CHESTERFIELD; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK manufacturing company is seeking a Technical & Compliance Engineer in Chesterfield to oversee technical documentation and compliance frameworks. The successful candidate will manage certification and regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Strong technical writing skills and experience in fire protection are essential for success in this mid-senior level, full-time position.

Benefits

Lunch, snacks and refreshments provided

Bonus scheme offering up to 50% of annual salary

Team socialising budget

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Reward and Recognition programme

Two company events per year

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification required.
• Experience in a safety-critical manufacturing environment is essential.
• Strong technical writing skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain technical documentation.
• Ensure compliance with certification and testing standards.
• Conduct internal audits to identify non-conformities.

Skills

Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/BEng or equivalent)

Experience in fire doors or passive fire protection

Understanding of fire, smoke and security testing standards

Proven experience in technical writing and document control

Knowledge of EN/BS/UKCA/CE standards

Exposure to certification bodies and test laboratories

Job description

Solidcor Chesterfield, England, United Kingdom

Technical & Compliance Engineer

Location: Chesterfield

Reports to: R&D Director

About Solidcor

Solidcor is a UK manufacturer of next-generation fire, smoke and security-rated door systems. Our products are designed, engineered and certified to the highest standards. As we continue to invest in innovation and product development, we are expanding our R&D team with a Technical & Compliance Engineer who will take ownership of all technical documentation, certification, controlled documents and regulatory compliance.

Role Overview

The Technical & Compliance Engineer will be responsible for the accuracy, integrity and governance of Solidcor’s technical documentation and compliance frameworks. This includes CAD drawings, product specifications, controlled document management, certification, testing evidence, regulatory oversight and involvement in new product development.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Documentation & CAD

• Develop, update and maintain all technical drawings for fire, smoke and security-rated door systems
• Produce high-quality product specifications, installation requirements and technical literature
• Own controlled documentation processes including version control, release governance and change tracking
• Ensure all documentation aligns with certification and relevant regulations

Certification, Testing & Compliance

• Maintain all certification, approvals and testing evidence across Solidcor product lines
• Track test reports, assessments, FOA documents and performance classifications
• Liaise with testing laboratories and certification bodies for renewals, evidence gathering and queries
• Ensure continuing compliance with EN, BS, UKCA and CE standards

Regulatory & Standards Monitoring

• Monitor emerging regulations and standards relating to fire, smoke and security door systems
• Communicate updates internally and support implementation of required changes
• Ensure all documentation and product information remains fully compliant

R&D and New Product Development

• Provide compliance guidance and documentation support to new product development projects
• Prepare test plans, evidence strategies and certification pathways
• Ensure designs are certifiable, test-ready and aligned to regulatory expectations

Internal Compliance Audits

• Conduct 2–3 internal audits per year
• Identify non-conformities and drive corrective actionsMaintain clear and accurate audit records

Controlled Documentation Governance

• Maintain robust document control processes and audit trails
• Ensure strict change control across all technical documents and specifications

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with engineering, production, supply chain, QA and senior technical staff
• Provide clarity on FOA requirements, installation conditions and test evidence

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/BEng or equivalent)
• Experience in fire doors, passive fire protection or other safety-critical manufacturing
• Understanding of fire, smoke and security testing standards
• Proven experience in technical writing and document control
• Knowledge of EN/BS/UKCA/CE standards relating to fire door systems
• Exposure to certification bodies and test laboratories

Personal Attributes

• Strong ownership and accountability
• Excellent attention to detail
• Process-driven and analytical mindset
• Proactive and able to work cross-functionally

KPIs

• Accuracy and compliance of controlled documentation
• 100% validity of certification and testing evidence
• Timely communication and implementation of regulatory updates
• On-time delivery of documentation for new product development
• Completion and closure of internal audits
• Lunch, snacks and refreshments provided (including fresh fruit and Takeaway Friday)
• Bonus scheme offering up to 50% of annual salary
• Team socialising budget for all employees
• Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Reward and Recognition programme, including European mini-breaks
• Two company events per year

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Production and Research

Industries

Manufacturing and Fire Protection