Komatsu America Corp.
Product Manager, Automation
Komatsu America Corp., Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States, 53244
The Product Manager for Automation is responsible for the strategic direction, development, and launch of autonomous mining products for Komatsu. This role requires a deep understanding of the mining industry, customer needs, and market trends. The Product Manager will collaborate closely with engineering, sales, marketing, and operations teams to deliver innovative dantotsu products, enabling our customers to address challenges related to the safety, scale, and complexity of their current and future operations.
Key Job Responsibilities
Leads product management activities for one or more products and contributes to a coherent automation strategy across the wider automation and mining strategy teams. Works with customers to understand their automation needs. Collaborates with product management and engineering groups within the Komatsu Mining Technology organization to understand automation and operator assistance needs for equipment and autonomous products. Defines feasible technical and commercial pathways with engineering teams to deliver required functionalities and develop foundational automation capabilities. Creates and maintains strategies & roadmaps, incorporating Voice-of-Customer insights into development plans. Justifies and initiates development projects, manages buy/build/partner processes. Develops collaboration partners, drives market awareness, and manages product lifecycle from concept to end-of-life, optimizing profitability and customer value. Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field. Extensive equivalent knowledge of mining applications, equipment, and autonomous technology can substitute for a degree. Minimum of 8 years of experience in mining, automotive, or similar industries with autonomous applications. Strong understanding of autonomous systems and related technologies (perception, localization, navigation, motion planning, control systems, supervisory systems, digital communication, and functional safety). Broad knowledge of the global mining industry, including practices, market trends, and new products/services. Experience in product lifecycle management, successful product launches, and revenue growth. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills, capable of explaining complex concepts to technical and commercial audiences. 30% travel , domestically and internationally, involving collaboration with customers, partners, and other Komatsu locations. Additional Information
Hiring Range:
$103,000 - $128,800. Actual offers depend on experience and location. Diversity & Inclusion Commitment
At Komatsu, we value diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to creating a workforce reflective of our communities and fostering an inclusive environment that supports innovation and sustainability. Company Overview
Founded in 1921, Komatsu is a global leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial equipment. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with operations in over 140 countries and more than 60,000 employees, we offer a challenging environment for growth and contribution towards a sustainable future. EEO Statement
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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Leads product management activities for one or more products and contributes to a coherent automation strategy across the wider automation and mining strategy teams. Works with customers to understand their automation needs. Collaborates with product management and engineering groups within the Komatsu Mining Technology organization to understand automation and operator assistance needs for equipment and autonomous products. Defines feasible technical and commercial pathways with engineering teams to deliver required functionalities and develop foundational automation capabilities. Creates and maintains strategies & roadmaps, incorporating Voice-of-Customer insights into development plans. Justifies and initiates development projects, manages buy/build/partner processes. Develops collaboration partners, drives market awareness, and manages product lifecycle from concept to end-of-life, optimizing profitability and customer value. Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field. Extensive equivalent knowledge of mining applications, equipment, and autonomous technology can substitute for a degree. Minimum of 8 years of experience in mining, automotive, or similar industries with autonomous applications. Strong understanding of autonomous systems and related technologies (perception, localization, navigation, motion planning, control systems, supervisory systems, digital communication, and functional safety). Broad knowledge of the global mining industry, including practices, market trends, and new products/services. Experience in product lifecycle management, successful product launches, and revenue growth. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills, capable of explaining complex concepts to technical and commercial audiences. 30% travel , domestically and internationally, involving collaboration with customers, partners, and other Komatsu locations. Additional Information
Hiring Range:
$103,000 - $128,800. Actual offers depend on experience and location. Diversity & Inclusion Commitment
At Komatsu, we value diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to creating a workforce reflective of our communities and fostering an inclusive environment that supports innovation and sustainability. Company Overview
Founded in 1921, Komatsu is a global leader in manufacturing construction, mining, forestry, and industrial equipment. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, with operations in over 140 countries and more than 60,000 employees, we offer a challenging environment for growth and contribution towards a sustainable future. EEO Statement
Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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