Product Manager

Taypro; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,600,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Taypro is seeking an experienced Product Manager to own the end-to-end development lifecycle from market research through to validation at customer sites. The role ties together Mechanical, Electronics, and IT (Dashboard/Software) teams, requiring a broad view and ability to translate market inputs into a clear product roadmap.

The ideal candidate has hands-on product development experience with electromechanical or industrial products, strong cross-functional coordination skills, and the

Qualifications

• 5+ years in product development/management, preferably hardware/electromechanical or industrial equipment.
• Experience taking a product from concept to market launch, including field validation.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design/development processes and ability to read mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead market research and gather requirements to shape PRDs.
• Define product vision, roadmap, milestones, and prioritize features.
• Coordinate Mechanical, Electronics and IT/Dashboard teams; translate needs into specs.
• Drive concept-to-pilot development, set targets and monitor KPIs.
• Oversee field trials, analyze feedback, drive iterations before rollout.
• Report product status, risks, and decisions to management with proper docs.

Skills

Product management

Hardware products

Industrial equipment

IoT

Cross-functional coordination

Education

B.E./B.Tech Mechanical

Industrial/Product Design

Tools

CAD

MS Project

JIRA

Trello

Job description

Role & responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced Product Manager to own the end-to-end product development lifecycle from market research and requirement gathering through design, development, testing, and final validation at the customer site. This role sits at the intersection of our Mechanical, Electronics, and IT (Dashboard/Software) teams, and requires someone who can think broadly across hardware and software, translate market and sales inputs into a clear product roadmap, and drive execution against defined timelines and targets.

The ideal candidate has hands-on product development experience (ideally with electromechanical or industrial products), strong cross-functional coordination skills, and the ability to work independently while reporting directly to the Management.

Key Responsibilities

1. Market & Requirement Research

• Conduct market surveys and competitive analysis to identify customer needs, industry trends, and gaps in existing solar cleaning/O&M solutions.
• Gather and consolidate requirements from the Sales team, existing customers, and prospective clients.
• Translate field feedback and market insights into clear, actionable Product Requirement Documents (PRDs).

2. Product Planning & Roadmap

• Define product vision, scope, and success metrics in alignment with company goals
• Build product roadmaps with clear milestones, timelines, and deliverables.
• Prioritize features/products based on customer value, technical feasibility, and business impact.

3. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Act as the central point of coordination between the Mechanical, Electronics, and IT/Dashboard teams to ensure aligned execution.
• Translate business and customer requirements into technical specifications for each department.
• Run regular reviews (design reviews, sprint/stage reviews) to track progress, resolve bottlenecks, and keep development on schedule.
• Ensure smooth handoffs between mechanical design, controller/electronics development, and software/dashboard integration.

4. Product Development Execution

• Drive the product from concept, prototyping, and design iterations through to pilot testing and production readiness.
• Set and track development targets/KPIs (timelines, cost targets, performance benchmarks) with each department.
• Identify risks (technical, cost, timeline) early and drive mitigation plans.

5. Validation & Customer Feedback

• Plan and oversee field trials/pilot deployments at customer sites (solar plants).
• Collect and analyze performance data and customer feedback during validation.
• Drive iterations based on validation results before full-scale rollout.
• Define and track post-launch success metrics in coordination with Sales and O&M teams.

6. Reporting & Stakeholder Management

• Report directly to the management on product status, risks, and key decisions.
• Present product plans, timelines, and updates to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Maintain documentation: PRDs, roadmaps, test/validation reports, and product specifications.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in product development/product management, preferably in hardware/electromechanical products, industrial equipment, IoT-enabled devices, or renewable energy products.
• Proven experience taking a product from concept to market launch, including field validation.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design/development processes; ability to read and discuss mechanical drawings, DFM/DFA concepts, and prototyping methods.
• Working knowledge of electronics/controller systems and software/dashboard products sufficient to coordinate effectively with technical teams (does not need to code or design circuits personally).
• Experience gathering and translating market research and sales requirements into product specifications.
• Strong project management skills planning, scheduling, resource coordination, and risk management.
• Excellent cross-functional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Data-driven approach to decision-making; comfortable analyzing field/test data.
• Prior experience in solar/renewable energy, industrial automation, or capital equipment industries is highly preferred.

Preferred candidate profile

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial/Product Design (preferred); additional qualification in Product Management is a plus.
• Familiarity with tools such as CAD (for reviewing designs), MS Project/JIRA/Trello (for planning and tracking), and basic data analysis tools (Excel, etc.).
• Exposure to O&M practices for solar plants or similar industrial installations is an advantage.

Key Attributes We're Looking For

• Broad, systems-level thinker who can bridge mechanical, electronics, and software perspectives.
• Strong ownership mentality comfortable driving a product independently with minimal supervision.
• Structured and organized, with the ability to set and hold teams accountable to targets and timelines.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on startup/tech-company environment.
• Strong communicator who can work equally well with engineers, sales teams, and leadership.