Technical Product Manager: Power Tool Solutions

Overview Position: Technical Product Manager: Power Tool Solutions Shape the Future of Smart Manufacturing in the Heart of Silicon Valley The Opportunity: Transition Your Technical Expertise into Strategic Leadership Are you an Integration Engineer or Applications Engineer who is tired of just making things work and ready to decide what gets built? Or are you a Technical Product Manager looking for a hardware-centric role where your work directly impacts the tech behind big tech in Silicon Valley? At Mountz, we are looking for a technical powerhouse to bridge the gap between complex factory ecosystems and groundbreaking product design. You will leverage your deep knowledge of MES, PLC systems, and factory workflows to lead our power tool division into its next era of innovation Why Mountz? • A Legacy of Precision: For 61 years, Mountz has been "The Torque Tool Specialists," serving industry giants in aviation, automotive, medical, and electronics. • Silicon Valley Innovation: We are engineered in San Jose, combining the stability of an established firm with the agility of a tech-forward development team. • True Autonomy: We offer a hands-on culture where you can conceive, test, and execute your vision. • Employee-First Culture: We are known for treating our employees well and provide 100% company-paid medical, dental, and life insurance premiums for employees. Your Mission • Product Strategy and Roadmap: Own the lifecycle of our power tool segment, defining the product strategy for future fastening solutions. • Speak Engineer: Translate complex technical requirements and manufacturing applications into actionable specs for our engineering team. • Orchestrate Launches: Lead cross-functional teams to bring integrated hardware and software products from conception to global launch. • Technical Integration: Apply your knowledge of Siemens, Allen Bradley, and Schneider Electric PLC systems to ensure our tools thrive in modern factory environments. Who You Are • The Technical Pivot: You have a Bachelor's in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, and 8+ years of experience in industrial settings. • The Integrator: You have a background in industrial device integration and understand how electromechanical systems, such as servo motors and motion profiles, function. • The Project Leader: You have 3+ years of managing hardware projects and are ready to tackle the complexities of product management, compliance, and data analytics. • Communicator: You can navigate conversations with multiple stakeholders and clearly articulate technical value. • Bilingual (Plus): Professional proficiency in Korean is a strong asset. Details and Benefits Travel: 20-25% domestic and overseas travel. Remote Position-Requires you to travel to our HQ in San Jose 4x per year Compensation: Competitive salary, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and a comprehensive insurance package. Reports To: Director of Product Salary $145K-$160K/year Remote About the Company: Snap On Apply tot his job

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