Product Environmental Compliance Engineer

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Position Title: Product Environmental Compliance Engineer

Employment Type: Full-time, Existing vacancy

Location: Ottawa (On-Site) | Towcester, Northamptonshire, UK (On-site)

About Lumentum

At Lumentum, we’re building the tech behind the world’s fastest networks and most advanced systems. Our optical and photonic solutions power everything from AI and cloud computing to data centers, telecom, and advanced manufacturing.

We’re a global team of innovators working where light meets technology, solving big challenges that keep the world connected and moving forward. If shaping the future of connectivity excites you, you’ll fit right in.

Why You’ll Love This Role

At Lumentum, we are searching for Canada’s brightest young minds engineers and innovators who want to build the next generation of optical technology. If you are driven by curiosity, eager to solve real-world challenges, and excited about developing groundbreaking optical systems, this is your opportunity.

Join us in designing the future of optical cloud & networking technology our advanced photonic modules power the world’s voice and internet traffic, and we need your expertise to take them to the next level. This is not just another job; this is your chance to define & design what’s next in photonics.

What You’ll Be Doing

As part of our Environmental Compliance team, you'll work closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Sales and our global suppliers to ensure our products comply with international environmental legislation throughout their lifecycle.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing supplier material declarations, technical specifications and test reports to verify product compliance.
• Analysing Bills of Materials (BOMs) and assessing materials against global environmental regulations.
• Preparing product compliance declarations and Full Material Declarations (FMDs).
• Responding to customer environmental compliance enquiries and questionnaires.
• Supporting engineering change processes to maintain ongoing product compliance.
• Collecting and analysing supplier conflict minerals data and producing consolidated product reports.
• Conducting Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs), including data collection, analysis and reporting.
• Monitoring changes in global environmental legislation and advising the business on compliance requirements.
• Collaborating with Supply Chain, R&D, Manufacturing, Contract Manufacturers and Sales teams across the organisation.

Required Skills:

• Product environmental compliance
• Reviewing BOMs, material declarations, technical specifications and supplier documentation
• Product carbon footprint or environmental impact assessments
• Responsible minerals due diligence, including CMRT and EMRT reporting
• Materials, chemicals and restricted substances used in electronic products
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills are essential.
• Identifying compliance risks through detailed technical analysis
• Working collaboratively across multiple technical and business functions
• Environmental legislation including EU RoHS, China RoHS, REACH, POPs and WEEE

Preferred skills:

• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
• IPC-1752
• ISO 14040 and ISO 14044 LCA methodologies
• Environmental compliance data management systems
• Electronics, semiconductor, photonics or optical communications industries
• Contract manufacturing environments
• Agile or similar product lifecycle management (PLM) systems
• Data analysis, reporting or automation tools that improve compliance processes

Education:

• You'll hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in:Environmental EngineeringEnvironmental ScienceMaterials ScienceOr another relevant technical discipline.

Experience:

• We're looking for someone with around 3-5 years' experience in environmental compliance, product stewardship or sustainability within a manufacturing or engineering environment.

Salary Range: $71,450 - $102,100 CAD (flexible).

Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. In line with our commitment to being a great place to work, Lumentum offers competitive total rewards which may include annual bonus, equity, and comprehensive health and welfare benefits.

Perks You’ll Love

• Flexible time off
• Health and wellness benefits (physical and mental)
• Tuition reimbursement and career growth support
• A workplace built for you: free gym, games room, prayer room
• Subsidized meals, free coffee/tea
• Employee stock options and incentive plans
• A collaborative, innovative, and inclusive culture

Join a Team That’s Shaping the Future

At Lumentum, we’re more than just a workplace—we’re a launchpad for creativity and innovation. We’re committed to celebrating your unique talents and helping you grow. Our guiding principles—Innovate, Engage, Deliver, Excel, and Win—aren’t just words; they’re the heart of what we do.

Let’s Build a Brighter Future Together!

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process. Your uniqueness makes us stronger, sparks creativity, and drives our success.

Please contact us at talentacquisition@lumentum.com to request accommodation.

Join us—your future starts here!