Fieldpiece Instruments · 8 hours ago
Product Category Director
Orange, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $250K/yr
10+ years expFieldpiece Instruments is a thriving team of innovators committed to pushing boundaries in HVACR tools. The Product Category Director will lead new product development from concept to launch, driving innovation and technology strategy while advocating for customer needs.
ConstructionHeating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)Manufacturing
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
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field
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
MBA a plus
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
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.
51-200 employees
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