Group Product Manager – Industrial Controls & Transfer Switches

Group Product Manager – Industrial Controls & Transfer Switches

The Group Product Manager - Industrial Controls & Transfer Switches provides tactical and operational leadership to a team of product managers within the Industrial Controls and ATS portfolio. This role is responsible for developing and executing short‑and long‑term product strategies that align with Generac’s compliance, connectivity, and customer experience goals. The Group Product Manager drives innovation and cross‑functional collaboration for high‑impact product areas such as new hardware and firmware platforms, gateway integration, and automatic transfer switch controller evolution.

This role is focused on strategic direction, portfolio management, and people leadership.

• Oversee the roadmap for next‑gen transfer switches & generator controllers, including closed transition and bypass isolation product targets, across multiple product lines, which can include both internal production and external partnerships.
• Oversee integrated long‑term product planning with sister company Deep Sea to ensure Generac’s controller needs are accounted for in their activities and resource loading.
• Lead and develop a team of product managers, providing coaching, mentorship, and career development.
• Assist supply chain in appropriate management of any external supplier relationships such as white label products.
• Set strategic direction for cross‑functional efforts to integrate remote monitoring, protocols, and multi‑ATS systems.
• Ensure compliance initiatives are embedded in plans, including UL, NFPA, and cybersecurity standards, and drive alignment across the portfolio.
• Collaborate with engineering, field, and service teams to ensure firmware readiness, installation efficiency, and lifecycle management.
• Own communications plans for the product management team and ensure effective execution for all technologies.
• Represent the Industrial Controls & ATS portfolio in strategic forums and cross‑business initiatives.
• Drive customer and market research to identify unmet needs and translate insights into actionable requirements for the team.
• Lead the development and execution of multi‑year innovation roadmaps, including new launches and cost reduction initiatives.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical preferred), or related field.

• 7+ years of experience in product management or related technical leadership roles.
• Experience managing multiple product lines and leading cross‑functional teams.
• Technical depth in engine and/or generator controls, transfer switches, and firmware platforms.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Skilled in fostering team collaboration and driving results.
• Focuses on portfolio‑level strategy, execution, and people development.

• Masters degree in business or engineering.

• Advanced certifications in product management (e.g., Pragmatic Institute, AIPMM).

• Experience in power generation system architecture and switch gear control.
• Advanced certifications in product management.
• Familiarity with compliance standards and international product requirements.

Location:

Milwaukee, WI

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