Michael Page
Product Manager - Industrial Electric Actuators - Newtown, PA
Michael Page, Newtown, Pennsylvania, United States, 18940
Product Manager Industrial Electric Actuators
Drive product strategy and lifecycle for industrial electric actuator solutions. Lead cross-functional initiatives from concept to market launch. My client is a leading manufacturer in the industrial manufacturing sector, specializing in electromechanical actuation systems for critical industries including water/wastewater, power generation, steel, pulp/paper, and mining. Known for product reliability and customer-focused innovation, they serve OEMs, channel partners, and end users worldwide. Their solutions deliver long lifecycle performance, precise control, and compliance with industry standards. Job Description
The industrial manufacturing industry Product Manager will: Product Strategy & Roadmap Define and execute product strategies aligned with market trends and business goals. Develop and manage a multi-year product roadmap for electric actuators, ensuring alignment with customer needs and technology advancements. Market & Customer Insight Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for profitable growth. Engage with customers, OEMs, and partners to gather Voice of Customer (VOC) insights. Define customer journeys and ensure product specifications support an optimal user experience. Product Development & Lifecycle Management Lead cross-functional teams through the full product development process-from concept through launch and post-launch support. Manage the product lifecycle, including enhancements, quality improvements, VAVE initiatives, and end-of-life transitions. Ensure backward compatibility and migration paths to support long product lifecycles. Business Case & Financial Management Build business cases for new products and enhancements, including ROI and payback analysis. Monitor product line profitability and adjust pricing strategies to meet margin goals. Sales & Marketing Support Collaborate with sales on go-to-market strategies, training materials, and customer engagements. Support technical sales efforts, trade shows, and marketing communications for product positioning and messaging. Technical & Application Expertise Serve as a subject matter expert in actuator technologies, applications, and industry-specific requirements. Ensure product compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality standards. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant
The ideal candidate will: Have 8+ years of experience in product management, engineering, or technical marketing in a manufacturing environment. Possess a strong understanding of electro-mechanical systems, industrial process control, and related technologies. Demonstrate project leadership and cross-functional team management skills. Be data-driven, analytical, and customer-focused, with proven execution results. Have experience with PLM tools, ERP systems, and Agile/Scrum methodologies (preferred). Bring industry experience in water/wastewater, power generation, steel, pulp/paper, or mining (highly desirable). Hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering (MBA preferred). What's on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package. Career growth in a stable, well-respected industrial manufacturing company. Opportunities to lead strategic product initiatives impacting multiple industries. Collaborative work environment with direct access to engineering, operations, and executive leadership.
Drive product strategy and lifecycle for industrial electric actuator solutions. Lead cross-functional initiatives from concept to market launch. My client is a leading manufacturer in the industrial manufacturing sector, specializing in electromechanical actuation systems for critical industries including water/wastewater, power generation, steel, pulp/paper, and mining. Known for product reliability and customer-focused innovation, they serve OEMs, channel partners, and end users worldwide. Their solutions deliver long lifecycle performance, precise control, and compliance with industry standards. Job Description
The industrial manufacturing industry Product Manager will: Product Strategy & Roadmap Define and execute product strategies aligned with market trends and business goals. Develop and manage a multi-year product roadmap for electric actuators, ensuring alignment with customer needs and technology advancements. Market & Customer Insight Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities for profitable growth. Engage with customers, OEMs, and partners to gather Voice of Customer (VOC) insights. Define customer journeys and ensure product specifications support an optimal user experience. Product Development & Lifecycle Management Lead cross-functional teams through the full product development process-from concept through launch and post-launch support. Manage the product lifecycle, including enhancements, quality improvements, VAVE initiatives, and end-of-life transitions. Ensure backward compatibility and migration paths to support long product lifecycles. Business Case & Financial Management Build business cases for new products and enhancements, including ROI and payback analysis. Monitor product line profitability and adjust pricing strategies to meet margin goals. Sales & Marketing Support Collaborate with sales on go-to-market strategies, training materials, and customer engagements. Support technical sales efforts, trade shows, and marketing communications for product positioning and messaging. Technical & Application Expertise Serve as a subject matter expert in actuator technologies, applications, and industry-specific requirements. Ensure product compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality standards. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful Applicant
The ideal candidate will: Have 8+ years of experience in product management, engineering, or technical marketing in a manufacturing environment. Possess a strong understanding of electro-mechanical systems, industrial process control, and related technologies. Demonstrate project leadership and cross-functional team management skills. Be data-driven, analytical, and customer-focused, with proven execution results. Have experience with PLM tools, ERP systems, and Agile/Scrum methodologies (preferred). Bring industry experience in water/wastewater, power generation, steel, pulp/paper, or mining (highly desirable). Hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering (MBA preferred). What's on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package. Career growth in a stable, well-respected industrial manufacturing company. Opportunities to lead strategic product initiatives impacting multiple industries. Collaborative work environment with direct access to engineering, operations, and executive leadership.