Senior Counsel - Safety and Regulatory

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Senior Counsel - Safety and Regulatory

The candidate will collaborate and advise product and engineering teams on questions related to a wide variety of issues arising from compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws related to autonomous trucks. Advise the Safety Board (TSB)on safety, risk, and technical compliance topics, including assisting with identification, investigation, documentation, and resolution of internal safety concerns. Provide high-quality, pragmatic legal and business advice regarding a wide range of general product development, safety, and consumer protection issues. Serve as Co-Chair of the Legal and Regulatory and Safety Committee (LARS), which analyzes, inspects, and assesses safety and quality questions and initiatives, engaging with internal and external subject matter experts as necessary, to properly inform and advise on safety matters. Provide legal advice and counsel to all teams responsible for supporting the product safety case, including on how to adhere to all laws, regulations, and relevant safety standards (ISO, SAE, AVSC, FMVSS, etc.). Work with the SVP of Safety & Regulatory to shape and influence the required modifications of global vehicle safety regulations to accommodate the certification of ADS-equipped vehicles as well as emerging ADS technical and homologation regulatory requirements in relevant markets, including through interaction with key stakeholders and peers throughout the industry. Provide training on relevant laws and regulatory changes that impact business. Should have 8 years of broad regulatory and product safety experience. A Juris Doctorate degree and a member in good standing of a State Bar with the ability to gain full admission or admission as Corporate Counsel in Virginia or Texas. Experience working proactively with a wide variety of stakeholders to develop and implement processes, procedures, and organizational improvements. Thorough working knowledge of federal and state government laws and regulations related to motor vehicles and trucking, including DOT, FMCSA, FMVSS& NHTSA. Experience working directly and proactively with regulators to resolve regulatory issues and influence regulatory policy.

Company info

Torc Robotics
405 Partnership Dr.,
Blacksburg
Virginia
United States 24060
Website : https://torc.ai