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Do you have a passion for product? A role in product management requires a rare mix of talents: to listen yet be able to provide support, be creative yet analytical, be technical yet good with customers.
By joining Lin Engineering’s Product team, you will be responsible for maintaining and managing the product roadmap. In addition, you will spearhead new products and features that differentiate Lin Engineering, and ultimately help our customers move toward success.
At Lin Engineering we design and manufacture the smoothest, most accurate, and most innovative step motors available anywhere. During the last 25 years, we’ve reinvented and perfected step motor technology in order to solve problems that had no clear solutions. Today, with our large assortment of standard and custom stepper motors, we’re able to provide solutions to even the most unique pains in motion control. Our motors end up in applications that change the world. We have a reputation in the industry for providing solutions through our knowledgeable staff, having quick response times, and high performing quality products. Our quality management system is ISO 9001 certified, and our AS9100 certification ensures that we comply with aviation, space and defense industry standards.
THE ROLE
• Perform extensive market and competitor research and maintains a continuous in depth knowledge of competitor products
• Collaborate with executives on new product ideas, new market segments, and provide the vision to the R&D group
• Provides Project Charters with clear scopes, product specifications and deliverables to the R&D Engineering team
• Manage the New Product Development process cross-functionally with marketing, engineering, manufacturing, production, supply chain and sales
• Work closely with marketing to provide all the technical materials for new product releases, press releases, white papers, flyers, advertisement, etc.
• Provide technical training alongside the R&D Engineer to Applications Engineers, CAD, Sales, and other R&D team members prior to product releases
• Manage the entire product line, provide the product roadmap and communicate to sales/marketing on which products to emphasize and which to slow down
• Provide quarterly or semi-annual updates on all product lines and their general profitability, ease of manufacturing, and overall plan related to the product roadmap
• Communicate between sales/marketing and engineering on what products are needed
• Obtains product market share by working with sales to develop product sales strategies
• Perform competitive analysis and product testing and reporting
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested
• Collaborate with executives on new product ideas, new market segments, and provide the vision to the R&D group
• Provides Project Charters with clear scopes, product specifications and deliverables to the R&D Engineering team
• Manage the New Product Development process cross-functionally with marketing, engineering, manufacturing, production, supply chain and sales
• Work closely with marketing to provide all the technical materials for new product releases, press releases, white papers, flyers, advertisement, etc.
• Provide technical training alongside the R&D Engineer to Applications Engineers, CAD, Sales, and other R&D team members prior to product releases
• Manage the entire product line, provide the product roadmap and communicate to sales/marketing on which products to emphasize and which to slow down
• Provide quarterly or semi-annual updates on all product lines and their general profitability, ease of manufacturing, and overall plan related to the product roadmap
• Communicate between sales/marketing and engineering on what products are needed
• Obtains product market share by working with sales to develop product sales strategies
• Perform competitive analysis and product testing and reporting
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested
THE REQUIREMENTS
• Meets or exceeds performance factors indicated on Performance Appraisal form. Demonstrates and abides by the Company Core Values and operating principles.
• Supports Lean implementation using such lean methods including but not limited to: Process Mapping, Visual Management, Workplace Layout, Standard Work and How to Reduce 7 Wastes.
• Establishes and maintains effective channels of communications with managers, co workers, affiliates, vendors, and all other business contacts.
• Uses equipment and materials in a safe and acceptable manner, follows established safety procedures, uses appropriate safeguards, and observes common sense rules of safety in all on the job activities.
• Conducts self in a manner reflecting credit on Lin Engineering and encourages others to do the same.
• Must be organized, creative, independent and self motivated, enthusiastic, dependable, detail oriented, flexible in scheduling and prioritization, and driven by excellence.
• Must be able to adjust tasks and focus with poise, and in accordance with changing deadlines and priorities.
• Must possess proficient written and verbal communication skills, including accurate grammar and business correspondence knowledge.
• Thorough knowledge of clerical and administrative practices and skilled in customer service.
• Must present a neat, professional appearance.
• A good sense of humor and belief in working as a cohesive team.
• Supports Lean implementation using such lean methods including but not limited to: Process Mapping, Visual Management, Workplace Layout, Standard Work and How to Reduce 7 Wastes.
• Establishes and maintains effective channels of communications with managers, co workers, affiliates, vendors, and all other business contacts.
• Uses equipment and materials in a safe and acceptable manner, follows established safety procedures, uses appropriate safeguards, and observes common sense rules of safety in all on the job activities.
• Conducts self in a manner reflecting credit on Lin Engineering and encourages others to do the same.
• Must be organized, creative, independent and self motivated, enthusiastic, dependable, detail oriented, flexible in scheduling and prioritization, and driven by excellence.
• Must be able to adjust tasks and focus with poise, and in accordance with changing deadlines and priorities.
• Must possess proficient written and verbal communication skills, including accurate grammar and business correspondence knowledge.
• Thorough knowledge of clerical and administrative practices and skilled in customer service.
• Must present a neat, professional appearance.
• A good sense of humor and belief in working as a cohesive team.
DELIVERABLES
• Number of Product Releases
• Number of projects in the R&D Queue
• Increase in sales revenue through new products
• Number of projects in the R&D Queue
• Increase in sales revenue through new products
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s degree (B. S.) in Engineering from four-year college or university; one to two years related experience and/or training. PMP certified required or three years’ experience in Project Management.
ABOUT US
A Reputation of Excellence in Step Motor Manufacturing and Service.
At Lin Engineering, it’s our mission to provide our customers with leading technology designs, high quality products, unsurpassed customer service, and unrivaled technical support.
At Lin Engineering, it’s our mission to provide our customers with leading technology designs, high quality products, unsurpassed customer service, and unrivaled technical support.
Lin Engineering has earned the reputation as the technical leader in step motor design with the ability to “maximize torque at desired speed.” Founded by Ted T. Lin in 1987, Lin Engineering began as a consulting company specializing in step motor applications. Throughout its history, Lin Engineering has continued to develop its capabilities in the areas of design engineering, manufacturing, and customer service.
In 1991, Lin Engineering expanded its operations to include the manufacturing of its own hybrid step motors. Since then, the company has developed its product line to include drivers, optical encoders, spur and planetary gearboxes, and step motor drives.
Lin Engineering’s diversified customer base includes industries such as:
Lin Engineering’s diversified customer base includes industries such as:
• Aerospace & Avionics
• Automation
• Food & Beverage
• Medical & Instrument Devices
• Military & Defense
• Printing & Packaging
• Security & Surveillance
• Semiconductor
• Solar & Green Technology
• Tracking Systems
Act now and join our team! To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to hr@linengineering.com.
* Please include salary requirements in cover letter.
p.s. We run background checks (including drug testing) and take them seriously. It is standard procedure and we just don’t want to surprise you!
Lin Engineering is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, veteran status, disability or other protected status. Our commitment to a diverse workforce is demonstrated through all aspects of our hiring and employment practices.
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Career Opportunities at Lin Engineering
Last Updated 01/27/2017
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