Product Development Manager

Legrand North America

$95K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related technical field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of product development engineering experience.
  • 2+ years of supervisory experience.
  • Proven leadership in managing technical teams with strong project management skills.
  • Solid understanding of mechanical systems and design for manufacturability.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and inspire the engineering team through the entire product development lifecycle.
  • Manage project priorities, timelines, and resources for optimal customer outcomes.
  • Coach and support engineers and designers, fostering a growth-oriented environment.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product readiness for launch.
  • Advocate for continuous improvement and technical excellence in team culture.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead a talented engineering and design team.
  • Influence new product strategy and development lifecycle.
  • Focus on delivering high-quality, customer-centered products.
  • Support for professional growth and development.
  • Collaborative and innovative workplace culture.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Product Development Manager to join the Audio Video
Division in Indiana. The Product Development Manager is a key leader in bringing innovative products to market. This role offers the opportunity to guide a talented engineering and design team, shape new product strategy, and influence the full development lifecycle-from concept through launch. Working closely with product management, marketing, manufacturing, quality, sales, and customer service, this leader helps deliver high-quality, customer-focused products that drive business growth.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and inspire an engineering team through the full product development lifecycle, from idea generation and design through testing, qualification, and launch.
  • Drive projects forward by managing priorities, timelines, resources, and execution to deliver strong business and customer outcomes.
  • Coach, develop, and support engineers and designers, creating an environment that encourages growth, accountability, and innovation.
  • Partner across functions to ensure products are innovative, manufacturable, compliant, and ready for successful launch.
  • Champion continuous improvement, technical excellence, and a collaborative team culture aligned with company values.


Qualifications

Required:
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related technical field; advanced degree is a plus.
  • Minimum of 5 years of product development engineering
  • Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience.


Preferred:
  • Proven experience leading engineers or other technical teams, with strong project management skills across the product development lifecycle.
  • Solid understanding of mechanical systems, design for manufacturability, technical documentation, and 3D CAD tools.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with tools or processes such as SolidWorks, FEA, electrical or controls knowledge, regulatory testing, or ERP systems like SAP is highly valued.


Working Conditions/Physical Demands:
  • This role involves typical office and product testing activities, including sitting, standing, bending, reaching, and frequent computer use.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds as needed for product testing or trade show support.


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