Product Manager

Overview

• Lead the lifecycle management and growth of motion control and automation products.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to define product specifications and technical features.
• Drive product roadmaps and business cases aligned with strategic objectives.
• Support application engineering and business development teams with tools and training.
• Develop positioning, messaging, and collateral for new product introductions.
• Identify target customers and pilot programs for product launches.
• Track product performance and guide continuous improvement initiatives.
• Advocate for usability, serviceability, and technical excellence in product releases.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Own the product lifecycle from concept through commercialization and ongoing support.
• Gather, analyze, and prioritize customer requirements and market trends.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to develop strategies for product positioning.
• Define application opportunities and competitive positioning for new solutions.
• Contribute to proposals, presentations, and bid responses as a subject matter expert.
• Provide leadership in motion control architectures and programming requirements.
• Support customer success through training and technical documentation.
• Travel up to 25% for customer visits and site presence.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in product management or related roles in motion control systems.
• Strong technical knowledge of servo drives, motors, and automation components.
• Familiarity with servo sizing, tuning, and IEC 61131 programming environments.
• Proven success in product launches and lifecycle management.
• Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
• Python programming experience is a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% for customer visits and site presence.