Location: Liebknechtstraße 35, 70565 Stuttgart
Job Type: Permanent Employment, Full Time
Languages Required: English and German
About Midea Group
Midea Group is a publicly listed Global Fortune 500 company and is the world’s leading manufacturer of home appliances. Committed to bringing innovation to life, Midea Group goes beyond home appliances and comprises business pillars like HVAC, robotics and automation, smart home and IoT, as well as smart logistics and components. Being ranked #277 in 2024 Global Fortune 500 List, Midea is proud of its 190,000+ employees and presence in 200+ countries, including several subsidiaries in the European market.
About Midea Germany R&D Center (MGRC)
Midea’s Research and Development Center in Germany is based in Stuttgart, one of the country’s most important locations for innovation and technology. This Center has teams of top specialists from Europe’s household electrical appliances industry working to support the R&D team and our Headquarters R&D team on local consumer-guided product innovation. This Center approaches leading businesses from the relevant sectors, as well as the directors of top institutions, with a view to forging close technological partnerships. Check Videos Below -
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* ISH 2025 – Midea Kitchen & Water Heater Division showcased our comprehensive Whole-house Water Solution, covering both water heating and purification.
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Product Compliance Manager to join our team, who will play a crucial role in ensuring that our Kitchen and Water Heater Appliances meet all regulatory requirements and industry standards for the European markets. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, product compliance processes, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments. This position will require close collaboration with external regulatory bodies, internal teams and other stakeholders to support the launch, marketing, and ongoing compliance of our products.
Responsibilities
* Oversee the compliance of Kitchen and water heater appliances, including dishwasher, hoods and hobs, water heaters and drinking water systems with applicable European regulatory requirements (e.g., energy labelling and eco-design, CE, REACH, RoHS, EMC, and other product-specific obligations) to ensure successful market access and ongoing product safety.
* Develop and execute regulatory strategies to ensure compliance with national and international laws, regulations, and standards for water treatment products throughout their lifecycle (development, approval, post-market surveillance).
* Prepare and/or review regulatory documentation, including product test reports, certifications, and approvals to relevant regulatory authorities, with a specific focus on water treatment technologies.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changing regulations affecting water heaters and drinking water systems by monitoring and analyzing regulatory trends, policy changes, and emerging compliance requirements.
* Provide guidance on the potential impact of regulatory changes on product design and business operations.
* Work closely with R&D teams, Quality Assurance, Legal, Marketing, and other departments to integrate compliance requirements into the product development process, ensuring adherence to water treatment regulations from concept to commercialization.
* Support product design and innovation by proactively addressing regulatory constraints and opportunities.
* Lead the identification and mitigation of regulatory risks related to water treatment products.
* Conduct internal audits, ensuring preventive and corrective actions are taken to address non-compliance issues.
* Support external regulatory audits and liaise with regulatory bodies as needed.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with industry stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and external organizations.
* Represent Midea in relevant industry associations and promote initiatives related to water treatment regulations.
* Actively engage in standardization organizations and working groups (e.g., IEC, Cenelec) to contribute to the development of product performance and environmental standards.
Qualifications
* Minimum bachelor’s degree in engineering, Regulatory Affairs, or a related field (Master’s or higher preferred).
* At least 5 years of experience in regulatory compliance, specifically in water treatment products (e.g., water heaters, water dispensers, water softeners, water filtration systems).
* Deep understanding of European regulatory frameworks, particularly as they relate to water treatment technologies (CE marking, RoHS, REACH, energy efficiency directives, and water safety regulations).
* Proven experience in preparing regulatory documentation and managing product certifications for water treatment products.
* Strong knowledge of product-specific performance and environmental standards for household water treatment systems.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
* Familiarity with risk management principles and experience in conducting regulatory audits.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and with regulatory authorities.
* Proficient in English. Other European languages or Chinese are a plus.
What We offer
* An international working environment and agile teamwork.
* Goal-oriented and collaborative organizational culture.
* Flexible working hours with Hybrid working system.
* Various opportunities for further training and career development.
* Employee benefit programs (such as lunch benefit, company doctor, pension plan).
Equal Opportunity Statement
Midea Group is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.