Technology and Product Head

MeshGrid HR; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

An innovative technology firm in Canada is seeking a Technology and Product Head to lead product development initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, at least 10 years of relevant experience in electric power systems, and a robust understanding of industry practices. This role demands exceptional communication skills and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams. The position offers a competitive compensation package and a relocation package for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or equivalent with specialization in Power Systems.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electric power systems.
• Strong understanding of industry practices and market data.
• Proven ability to collaborate with marketing, applications, and technical teams on product initiatives.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in computer and business software applications.
• Able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Aptitude for acquiring new skills and taking on more responsibilities.
• Background check must meet company standards.
• Valid driver’s license and passport.

Responsibilities

• Collaboration with stakeholders to identify requirements in Power Systems.
• Define and propose development initiatives focused on productization.
• Maintain existing product lines to align with industry standards.
• Conceptualize and define projects involving hardware and embedded firmware.
• Specify project scope, goals, and outcomes aligned with business objectives.
• Participate as a stakeholder to ensure features meet product, market, and business objectives.
• Estimate budget, resources, participants, and skills required to validate and operationalize initiatives.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and motivation to team members.
• Foster and expand business relationships essential to project success.

Skills

Power Systems knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Project management

Technical evaluation

Education

Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Computer and business software applications

Job description

Position Overview

We are helping our client, an innovative protection relay and power system monitoring manufacturer, in search of a Technology and Product Head who will lead the organization in maintaining a competitive edge across all product development endeavors. This role requires an individual with a robust technical background, capable of crafting clear product visions that resonate with both company objectives and customer needs. They will harness the collective expertise of various departments within the company to ensure the creation of superior products. The ideal candidate will exhibit professionalism, proactivity, and meticulous attention to detail, excelling in the evaluation, definition, and communication of new technological requirements to drive product development initiatives forward. Proficiency in Power Systems knowledge and terminology, particularly in Power System Protection and/or Recording, is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Sales & Marketing, Applications Engineering, and Product Managers to identify requirements, trends, and innovations in Power Systems and other industry sectors.
• Define, propose, and engage in development initiatives in partnership with internal technical resources, senior management, and other stakeholders, with a primary focus on productization.
• Maintain and enhance existing product lines to align with industry standards.
• Conceptualize, assess feasibility, and define projects involving hardware, embedded firmware, and user interface software.
• Specify project scope, goals, and desirable outcomes in alignment with business objectives, collaborating with senior management and stakeholders.
• Participate as a stakeholder in product development initiatives to ensure the delivery of features and functionality that support product, market, and business objectives.
• Estimate budget, resources, participants, and skills required to validate and operationalize corporate initiatives.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and motivation to team members to enhance internal skill sets and encourage accountability for assigned tasks.
• Foster, cultivate, and expand business relationships essential to project success.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or higher academic qualifications in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, with a specialization in Power Systems, or relevant industry experience.
• Possess a minimum of 10 years of practical working experience with similar electric power systems, demonstrating a solid understanding of industry practices and philosophies.
• Capable of gathering and evaluating information from diverse sources such as industry standards, technical specifications, and market data to formulate actionable development specifications.
• Proficient in collaborating with marketing, applications, and technical teams to devise and present potential product initiatives along with their business justifications.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in computer and business software applications.
• Able to work independently as well as within a team environment.
• Demonstrated aptitude for acquiring new skills and taking on additional responsibilities.
• Background check must meet company's satisfactory standards.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and passport.

Additional Information

• This position offers relocation package and a very competitive compensation package