Offer summary

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in product management with a strong technical background in software, hardware, or systems engineering., Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (Master's preferred)., Demonstrated experience delivering technical products in a manufacturing or industrial context., Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills..

Key responsibilities:

Own the product lifecycle from ideation to launch for software and hardware solutions used in manufacturing operations.

Define product requirements, technical specifications, and roadmaps based on market research and customer feedback.

Collaborate with operations, plant managers, and industrial engineers to ensure product solutions align with manufacturing processes.

Lead agile development processes including backlog grooming, sprint planning, and feature acceptance testing.

Job description

Job Title: Technical Product Manager (Manufacturing Tech Focus)

About the Role

We are looking for a Technical Product Manager with a strong engineering foundation and a deep understanding of the manufacturing domain. This role will drive the strategy, development, and delivery of complex software and hardware products that power advanced manufacturing environments. The ideal candidate is a technologist first, with the ability to speak the language of developers and engineers and understand the workflows, challenges, and opportunities in industrial and manufacturing settings.

Key Responsibilities

Own the product lifecycle from ideation to launch for software and hardware solutions used in manufacturing operations.
Define product requirements, technical specifications, and roadmaps based on market research, customer feedback, and internal collaboration.
Work closely with engineering to develop scalable, high-performance products, providing clear technical direction and prioritization.
Collaborate with operations, plant managers, and industrial engineers to ensure product solutions align with manufacturing processes and goals.
Identify opportunities for automation, optimization, and digital transformation in production environments.
Lead agile development processes including backlog grooming, sprint planning, and feature acceptance testing.
Maintain a strong understanding of emerging technologies in Industry 4.0, IoT, robotics, and edge/cloud computing.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in product management with a strong technical background in software, hardware, or systems engineering.
Demonstrated experience delivering technical products in a manufacturing or industrial context.
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field (Masters preferred).
Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams on architecture, integrations, and system performance.
Deep familiarity with manufacturing systems such as MES, SCADA, PLCs, ERP integration, or factory automation tools.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills

Experience with industrial IoT, edge devices, or machine data analytics.
Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
Understanding of cybersecurity and compliance standards in manufacturing (e.g., NIST, ISO).
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and APIs used in industrial applications.
Hands-on background in CAD, CAM, or simulation tools is a plus.
Complete understanding and comfort level with SDLC

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