Product Management Director

GCG

Director of Product Management leading product development for cable and connectivity solutions at Paige Water Solutions. Collaborating with cross-functional teams and customers in agricultural and industrial applications.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $170,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading the full product development lifecycle, including electrical design, product engineering, and technical product management. Proficient in evaluating product-market fit, manufacturability, and compliance with electrical codes and industry standards.

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Electrical System DesignProduct Development LifecycleTechnical Product ManagementProduct Specifications ReviewCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Electrical DesignWire and Cable SelectionComponent SizingTechnical DocumentationProduct RoadmapsDesign CalculationsTesting RequirementsRoot-Cause AnalysisCost EvaluationCommercialization Risk Assessment

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsIndependent WorkSound JudgmentManaging Competing Priorities

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Industry Keywords

Product Market FitManufacturabilitySafety RequirementsQuality AssuranceGo-To-Market Activities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the full product development lifecycle, from opportunity identification and feasibility analysis through design, testing, commercialization, launch, and continuous improvement.
Identify new wire and cable product opportunities based on customer needs, market demand, competitive conditions, technical feasibility, and company strategy.
Develop product concepts, business cases, technical requirements, product roadmaps, and execution plans for new products and enhancements.
Evaluate product-market fit, development costs, pricing considerations, margin potential, manufacturability, scalability, and commercialization risk.
Gather feedback from customers, distributors, sales teams, suppliers, and other stakeholders to guide product direction and portfolio priorities.
Perform or oversee electrical design, wire and cable selection, component sizing, system architecture, and technical integration.
Develop and review product drawings, schematics, technical specifications, bills of material, design calculations, and testing requirements.
Ensure products meet applicable electrical codes, safety requirements, customer specifications, and industry standards.
Lead investigations into product quality, reliability, and performance concerns, including root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
Drive design and process improvements that enhance reliability, manufacturability, safety, performance, and cost effectiveness.
Partner with engineering, operations, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, sales, marketing, and finance to keep product initiatives aligned and moving forward.
Support product positioning, value propositions, launch plans, technical messaging, and other go-to-market activities.
Provide product and technical expertise to customers, distributors, channel partners, sales teams, and internal stakeholders.
Monitor product performance and recommend whether products should be expanded, modified, repositioned, standardized, or discontinued.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
Five or more years of experience in product development, product engineering, electrical design, technical product management, or a related engineering function.
Demonstrated experience bringing products or engineered solutions from initial concept through design, testing, validation, and commercial launch.
Strong knowledge of electrical system design, wire and cable selection, component sizing, system integration, and technical documentation.
Experience developing, reviewing, or approving technical specifications, product drawings, schematics, design calculations, bills of material, or related engineering documentation.
Experience evaluating electrical performance, environmental conditions, material requirements, safety considerations, cost, and manufacturability during product development.
Demonstrated ability to lead complex initiatives involving engineering, operations, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, sales, and other commercial functions.
Ability to evaluate technical alternatives and make sound decisions that balance product performance, quality, cost, timing, customer requirements, and scalability.
Working knowledge of product cost, pricing considerations, margin, manufacturing requirements, and commercial viability.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain technical subjects clearly to customers, commercial teams, suppliers, and senior leaders.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, manage competing priorities, and build structure where processes may still be developing.
Willingness and ability to travel approximately 20%.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Health Coverage : Multiple medical plan options (CDHP and PPO) to get you the coverage you need.
Robust Financial Security : Company-paid life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, plus options for supplemental critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.
Generous Time Off : PTO plan with paid holidays, paid parental leave, and paid compassionate care leave to support personal well-being and family needs.
Wellness & Support Programs : Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness incentives, and telehealth access.
Extras That Matter : Dental and vision plans, FSAs/HSAs with company contributions, pet insurance, legal services, and ID theft protection for peace of mind.