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Fieldpiece Instruments · 21 hours ago

Product Category Director

Fieldpiece Instruments is a leading company in HVACR tools, known for its innovative culture and commitment to customer satisfaction. The Product Category Director will lead the new product development process from concept to launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create market-driven solutions and drive category growth.

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Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end product innovation — from opportunity identification and concept creation to global market launch and lifecycle refreshes
Be the customer advocate — get out in the field, translate unmet needs into product requirements, and turn insights into high-demand solutions
Drive technology strategy — identify, validate, and integrate the right technologies that deliver real, differentiated value
Prototype, test, iterate — own early concept validation and ensure every new product hits the mark before scaling
Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, design, marketing, and ODM partners to deliver exceptional, intuitive, industry-leading products
Think like an entrepreneur — balance technical possibilities, market impact, and business viability to drive category growth

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringProduct DevelopmentCross-Functional LeadershipVoice of Customer InsightsHVACR ExperienceInnovationCommunication SkillsProblem Solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field; MBA a plus
10+ years in engineering, product development, or product management roles
Proven experience developing complete, tangible, complex products
Demonstrated success using Voice of Customer insights to create innovative, high-value products
Strong technical fluency — able to engage engineers, suppliers, and customers with credibility
Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing at all levels
Willing to travel (up to 30%) for customer and ODM engagement

Preferred

Experience in HVACR, tools, or instruments preferred

Benefits

Matching 401k up to 4% with immediate vesting.
Excellent medical benefits including an HSA plan and monthly contributions.
Supplemental Term Life, Employee Assistance Programs (EAD), Disability, and more.
Hire to Retire philosophy that includes personal career development plans.
Onsite music program with lessons from guitar, piano and voice coaches.
And more!

Company

Fieldpiece Instruments

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Fieldpiece Instruments is the leading manufacturer of professional-grade tools for the HVACR industry, delivering quality instruments industry pros trust to help them do more, every day.

H1B Sponsorship

Fieldpiece Instruments has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2023 (1)
2020 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
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