Product Manager in Energy Sensors

Fribourg

Permanent

Manufacturing

Senior Product Leader: Energy Sensors & Conditioners (Fribourg)

A leading innovator in the power generation industry seeks a passionate product leader to champion its Energy Sensors & Conditioners portfolio.

This strategic role will see the chosen candidate owning the product roadmap, driving profitability, and fostering strong relationships across internal and external stakeholders at the company's Motion, Power, Sensing Division headquarters in Fribourg.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive product strategy for Sensors & Conditioners.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify customer needs and opportunities for new and existing products.
• Define product specifications, features, and pricing to ensure market competitiveness and profitability.
• Oversee the entire product lifecycle, from concept to launch and beyond, including obsolescence management and customer support.
• Partner with engineering, sales, and operations to ensure successful product development and commercialization.
• Manage program lifecycles for new product/solution development projects, including ownership of the business case.

Qualifications:

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, electronics, systems, or similar).
• Proven track record in leading new product development and launch within the power generation industry (gas turbines, steam turbines, etc.).
• In-depth knowledge of industrial rotating machinery and associated sensing and monitoring equipment.
• Experience with piezoelectric and/or optical sensing solutions a strong plus.
• Solid understanding of market dynamics and financial principles (MBA preferred).
• A collaborative and results-oriented approach, with a talent for building strong relationships across teams and customer segments.
• Experience working in a cross-functional, international, and matrixed environment (preferred).

• Fluency in French

Join a Dynamic Team

This role offers a dynamic work environment where the successful candidate can leverage their expertise to shape the future of the industry. The team is looking for someone passionate about delivering best-in-class sensor solutions to power generation customers.

Darwin Recruitment AG is a Zurich based, SECO licensed, privately owned subsidiary of Darwin Professional Staffing Group Ltd (a Global IT Recruitment Consultancy).

Darwin Recruitment AG manages client relationships whilst also utilising Darwin Professional Staffing Group databases and networks to source Candidates and fulfil client requests.

We do not ask for a placement fee from Candidates/Employees.

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