Product Manager – Vessel Robotics

KONGSBERG US; Kongsberg; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Employee benefits

Job summary

Kongsberg Discovery is seeking a Product Manager for its Vessel Robotics team to drive autonomous underwater robotic solutions that boost vessel performance and sustainability. As Product Manager, you will own the product lifecycle from strategy and roadmap to testing, deployment and continuous improvement, working with customers, engineers, and external partners to create real customer value.

You will translate market needs into product requirements, present value propositions to stakeholders,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, cybernetics, electronics, computer science, or related field.
• Experience in product development or technology environments.
• Strong technical understanding and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
• Commercial mindset and focus on customer needs.
• Structured, proactive and solution-oriented approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Own and develop the product strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with partners, customers, and engineering teams to define future solutions.
• Identify customer needs and translate them into product improvements and new business opportunities.
• Support evaluation, testing, and validation of new products and services.
• Present products and value propositions to customers and stakeholders.
• Drive innovation and contribute to growth of the Vessel Robotics portfolio.

Skills

Product management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical understanding

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in engineering or related field

Job description

Shape the future of autonomous underwater robotics

At Kongsberg Discovery, we develop advanced technologies that help create safer, smarter, and more sustainable operations at sea. We are now looking for a Product Manager to join our Vessel Robotics team and drive the development of autonomous underwater robotic solutions that help shipowners improve vessel performance, sustainability, and operational efficiency.

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of technology, innovation, and customer value. Together with our strategic partner Jotun and highly skilled engineering teams, you will help develop products that operate in some of the world's most demanding marine environments.

The role

As Product Manager, you will be responsible for the product lifecycle from strategy and roadmap development to testing, deployment, and continuous improvement. You will work closely with customers, development teams, system architects, and external partners to ensure our solutions meet both market needs and future opportunities. You will act as the bridge between customers, business stakeholders, and engineering teams, ensuring we develop solutions that create real customer value.

What You Will Do

• Own and develop the product strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle.
• Collaborate closely with Jotun, customers, and engineering teams to define future solutions.
• Identify customer needs and translate them into product improvements and new business opportunities.
• Support evaluation, testing, and validation of new products and services.
• Present products and value propositions to customers and stakeholders.
• Drive innovation and contribute to the long-term growth of the Vessel Robotics portfolio.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering, cybernetics, electronics, computer science, or a related field. Relevant experience may compensate for formal education.
• Experience from product development, technology development, or related technical environments.
• Strong technical understanding and ability to work across disciplines.
• Commercial mindset and interest in understanding customer needs.
• Structured, proactive, and solution-oriented approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive progress in a collaborative environment.

Why join us?

• Work on cutting-edge technology with global impact.
• Be part of a highly competent and collaborative team.
• Contribute to sustainable and innovative maritime solutions.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional and personal growth.
• Competitive compensation and attractive employee benefits

This employment may require a pre-employment check procedure in accordance with company security standards, role or site requirements. Please note that this might affect the offer process or employment.

At KONGSBERG, we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every requirement. Your unique perspective is valuable to us. Your skills, attitude and perspective could be exactly what we are looking for!

Where you will be working: Vestfold, Horten district

Interested in knowing more? Contact: Kjell Gjestad. Vice President, Vessel Robotics. [e-mail]

KONGSBERG protects people and critical infrastructure, from deep sea to space. We deliver advanced ocean and space technologies, from autonomous marine systems to satellites and data services, supporting sustainability, climate monitoring, infrastructure protection, and security. KONGSBERG also develop innovative technologies for defence, security, and surveillance markets, combining military and civilian expertise. Our defence and security solutions span missiles, weapon stations, air defence, command and control, and digital towers.

Today, we have more than 7,500 employees in about 20 countries. The company is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange and the Norwegian government controls about 50.01 percent of the shares.

Job type Permanent

Working hours Full-time

Working days Day

Application deadline 30/09/2026

Location Horten

Company homepage http://www.kongsberg.com

Office address

Nedre Vei 8

3183 Horten

Contact person

Kjell Gjestad

[phone]