Product Manager

Aurelia Turbines GmbH; California (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions company in California is seeking a Product Manager to own the product strategy and roadmap for microturbine systems. The role involves collaboration across various engineering teams and driving product lifecycle management. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or business and over 5 years of experience, specifically in product management or related technical fields. This position offers opportunities to impact the future of distributed energy solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product management or technical roles.
• Experience with power generation and industrial equipment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical or electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Define and own product roadmap for microturbine systems.
• Manage product lifecycle questions and decisions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to guide product development.

Skills

Product Strategy

Cross-functional Collaboration

Market Analysis

Technical Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

## Description**Essential Functions**The following duties and responsibilities are essential functions as defined by the ADA, except where noted as "may."**Product Strategy & Roadmap*** Define and own the product roadmap for microturbine systems and distributed energy solutions.* Lead long-term product strategy for the U.S. market, incorporating customer needs, regulatory requirements, and commercial opportunities.* Prioritize engineering change requests and product enhancements.**Product Lifecycle Management*** Manage day-to-day product lifecycle questions and decisions.* Oversee Bill of Materials (BOM) release and review processes.* Ensure product documentation, manuals, and instructions are updated and compliant with U.S. standards.* Support design, development, testing, launch, and continuous improvement activities.**Cross-Functional Collaboration*** Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, controls, and systems engineering teams to guide product development.* Coordinate with manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial teams to ensure product readiness and operational alignment.* Provide product training for internal and external stakeholders.**Market & Customer Insight*** Conduct market analysis and competitive benchmarking to inform product strategy and positioning.* Translate customer requirements and market opportunities into detailed product specifications.* Support pilot deployments, field validation, and customer feedback loops.* May support pricing strategy, customer proposals, and technical sales efforts.**New Product Development*** Define specific design targets, features, functions, and pricing.* Provide fact-based insights and recommendations from market data.* Support commercialization and scaling of new technologies.## Qualifications**Education and Experience****Required*** Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or a related field.* 5+ years of experience in product management, engineering, or technical commercial roles.* Experience with power generation, turbomachinery, distributed energy, or industrial equipment.* Strong understanding of mechanical and/or electrical systems.* Proven ability to manage complex hardware-based products through full lifecycle development.**Preferred*** Bachelor’s degree or MBA.* Experience with microturbine or gas turbine technologies.* Familiarity with alternative fuels (hydrogen, biogas, syngas).* Exposure to distributed energy systems, CHP, or grid-connected solutions.* Experience with digital controls, monitoring systems, or industrial IoT platforms.**Skills, Competencies, and Abilities*** Strong technical and commercial acumen.* Ability to integrate knowledge across electrical engineering, power electronics, gas turbine processes, turbomachinery, automation systems, and mechanical engineering.* Understanding of U.S. power markets, including regulatory, commercial, and technical dynamics.* Strategic thinking and big-picture orientation.* Effective cross-functional communication and coordination.* Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills.* Organizational skills for managing documentation and product processes.* Ability to translate technical concepts into business value.* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.