Hino Motors Manufacturing is an OEM that assembles trucks in West Virginia, automotive components in Arkansas, and operates a parts distribution center in California. 

We are currently looking for an AGM, Vehicle Regulatory Compliance for our Corporate office located in Novi, Michigan reporting directly to the Senior Vice President, Compliance.

Key responsibilities:

Oversee engine and vehicle safety certification activities.Interface with NHTSA, EPA, CARB, and ECCC.Manage department, including meetings and performance reviews.Track regulatory trends and certification issues.Develop and manage Regulatory Trends Report.Collaborate with HMM/HML/HMS/HMC management on product and engineering designs.Prepare department budget and analyze variances.Manage evolving vehicle regulations (Emissions, GHG, Safety).Communicate with NHTSA, EPA, CARB, ECCC for certification and rulemaking.Report regulatory activities to Hino Motors Limited (HML).Attend trade organization meetings and provide updates to Hino globally.Support plant audits and compliance tests.Lead negotiations with EPA, CARB, NHTSA, ECCC.

Education & Experience Requirements:

Associate or bachelor’s degree in related engineering field is required. Graduate degree in engineering or law is preferred.10 plus years of experience in automotive industry including 6 plus years of experience in the management of automotive regulatory affairs desiredExperience working with regulatory agency (NHTSA, EPA, CARB, ECCC) regarding attaining and maintaining certification and understanding HD Vehicle related regulatory interpretation.English (written, spoken proficiency), Japanese language skills very beneficialExperience working in a global automotive corporate environment preferred.

Required Skills:

Existing knowledge of related regulations and standards is strongly preferredExperience in conducting pre-regulatory research activities is preferredExperience in working collaboratively with regulatory agencies and industry colleaguesInterpersonal skills primarily in working with regulatory agenciesExcellent verbal and written communication and presentation skillsProject management skillsAbility to manage and prioritize multiple assignments to meet deadlines and achieve targetsAbility to identify and resolve problemsLeadership experience and good problem-solving skillsAbility to communicate effectively with all levels of the organizationGood working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPointInterest and/or experience in working in a multi-cultural work environment

Travel Requirements:

Willingness to travel to Japan and within North AmericaTravel can be up to 33% for this position. 

To be considered for this role, the candidate must already have the legal right to work in the United States without requiring visa sponsorship.

Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A., Inc. (HMMUSA) requires all new hires to successfully pass a post offer-employment drug screen and background check prior to beginning employment. 

All new hires must provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.A. within their first 3 days of employment. HMMUSA uses E-Verify. 

Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A., Inc. (HMMUSA) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HMMUSA complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.