Automation Controls Product Manager - Power & Circuit Protection

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At TRC Talent Solutions, we partner with industry-leading organizations to connect top-tier technical and commercial talent with high-impact opportunities. We are currently supporting a North American leader in industrial automation and e-commerce in their search for an Automation Controls Product Manager focused on power and circuit protection technologies.

Summary

The Product Manager will serve as the strategic owner of a multi-million-dollar product portfolio including motor controls, transformers, and circuit protection products. This role is responsible for driving product strategy, lifecycle management, supplier partnerships, and new product introduction (NPI) efforts.

Working cross-functionally with engineering, sales, operations, marketing, and suppliers, this individual will define and execute product roadmaps that support revenue growth, market competitiveness, and long-term portfolio health. This is a strong fit for a controls engineer transitioning into product management or an experienced product leader within industrial automation.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute multi-year product roadmaps and category strategies
Analyze market trends, customer requirements, and competitive positioning to identify growth opportunities
Lead new product introduction (NPI) processes including supplier selection, pricing strategy, forecasting, and commercialization
Manage supplier relationships and negotiate agreements to optimize cost, quality, and delivery performance
Oversee product lifecycle management including obsolescence planning and end-of-life transitions
Support commercial strategy including product positioning, marketing enablement, and technical sales support
Partner cross-functionally with engineering, sales, operations, and marketing teams to drive execution
Provide technical product expertise and application support to internal stakeholders and customers
Monitor product portfolio performance and recommend adjustments to improve profitability and market share
Ensure compliance alignment with relevant industry standards and certifications

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field preferred (Mechanical or Electrical Engineering strongly preferred)
7–10+ years of experience in industrial controls and automation environments
Experience in Product Management, Controls Engineering, Applications Engineering, or Systems Integration
Strong technical knowledge of motor controls, transformers, and circuit protection products
Familiarity with UL, CSA, CE, or similar regulatory standards preferred
Experience with CAD tools such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks is a plus
Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment

TRC Talent Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. At TRC, we take pride in fulfilling our opportunity to add value to our client's business as their staffing partner, while working tirelessly to connect thousands of individuals each year with work opportunities where they can meet the needs of their families and have the potential to build their careers.

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