Senior Product Manager

Job Title: Senior Product Manager - Hydronics

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC is seeking a highly skilled Senior Product Manager to lead the development of HVAC products and solutions for the hydronic market segment.

Job Summary:

The Senior Product Manager, Hydronic Systems will be responsible for overseeing the development of HVAC products and solutions for the hydronic market segment. This includes developing and executing market segment product development strategies, product introduction and life cycle management plans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute market segment product development strategies, product introduction and life cycle management plans.
• Lead cross-functional development teams in the design and development of new hydronic products and services.
• Provide engineering personnel with detailed product specifications and support the determination of future product design and direction.
• Oversight of development of maintenance and design tools.
• Oversight in the development and review of technical training materials for promotion of the hydronics product line.
• Gather US market information and research competitive products to better the METUS product portfolio.
• Develop partnerships with industry-leading manufacturers to complement global products and meet US market needs.

Design and Application Support:

• Provide design, technical, and application support to BU Mechanical engineers for hydronic-related products.
• Peer review existing designs and offer advice, insight, and technical information to ensure successful implementation of Mitsubishi Electric technologies.
• Develop and implement application software support tools, programs, and information to create strategic advantage, solve market needs, and leverage core capability to increase knowledge and specification of Mitsubishi solutions.
• Develop engineering application white papers to address specific business unit concerns.
• Create and review technical documentation, literature, and collateral.
• Lead the creation and implementation of hydronic systems applications-based training to BU mechanical engineers, consulting-specifying mechanical engineers, distributors, owners, design professionals, and contractors.

Product Introduction Management and Life Cycle Management:

• Provide documentation to justify development of new products and features, including trend analysis and sales projections, end-of-life product planning, and market data analysis.
• Act as factory liaison for product specification, introduction, and life cycle management activities.
• Manage launch of new products utilizing the NPI process, including product launch guides, sales materials, service/support team training, and sales training and strategies.

Administrative Functions:

• Develop and manage project timelines and monitor resource allocation.
• Responsible for alignment of internal/external resources to achieve product goals.
• Tracking and reporting of all product development initiatives and results to company leadership on a regular basis.
• Supervision of existing product tools and development of new tools.
• Responsible for developing, selecting, and managing product specialists for applications support positions.

Subject Matter Expert:

• Serve as SME for hydronic-related products and their features and functions.
• Identify product gaps, needs, and enhancements, and create necessary specifications.
• Assist Applications Support/Engineering teams with technical issues as needed.
• Mentor and lead future Hydronic engineers and/or Hydronic product managers.
• Mentor BU mechanical engineers to ensure technical development and knowledge transfer regarding all current and future hydronic-related products.
• Assist others in development of tools needed to promote the hydronics product line.

Requirements:

• 7-12 years of mechanical HVAC experience, including design and energy analysis.
• Prefer P.E. license. Prefer LEED A.P. and CEM accreditation.
• B.S. degree in mechanical engineering or similar technical degree.
• Experience with commercial DHW building design and distribution systems.
• Experience with Trane Trace, Carrier HAP, EnergyPro, and EQuest.
• Experience with AutoCAD and REVIT.
• Excellent computer skills with Microsoft Office and networking.
• Strong communication, presentation, training, and technical writing skills.
• Team-oriented, self-motivated, and like to work hands-on.
• HVAC/hydronics industry experience required.
• Product management experience within the HVAC industry preferred.
• Excels in working in and leading cross-functional teams.
• Motivated self-starter comfortable with tight deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record.

Compensation and Benefits:

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $120,000 and $165,000 per year, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including target bonus plans and discretionary awards. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, eligible employees may enroll in a 401(k) plan, as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee's eligible dependents.

Employees will also receive 80 hours of vacation per year, 56 hours of paid sick leave annually, and 13 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, depending on hire date. Employees may also take up to 12 weeks of paid or unpaid leave, if eligible.

About Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US:

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS) is a leading provider of ductless and VRF systems in the United States and Latin America. A 50 percent - 50 percent joint venture between Ingersoll Rand plc and Mitsubishi Electric US, Inc., the company provides innovative products, systems, and solutions capable of cooling and heating any application from a home to a large commercial building.

METUS is a leading marketer of Zoned Comfort Solutions and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) air-conditioning and heating technology. Systems sold by the joint venture include a wide variety of technologically advanced products designed to deliver superior efficiency, comfort, and control.

The family of brands supported by METUS includes: Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating, Trane / Mitsubishi Electric, and American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning Mitsubishi Electric.

More information is available at https://www.metus.com/.

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, including 401(k). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, breastfeeding or related medical condition, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, domestic partnership, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristic or information, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status (except when one of these criteria is a legally permissible bona fide occupational qualification). The Company will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

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