Job Description:
Global Product Manager – RoboMIG & Automated Systems (EWM)
🌎 At ESAB, innovation has been driving our business for more than 100 years. Today, we continue to develop advanced welding and cutting solutions that help shape the future of manufacturing worldwide.
📍 Mündersbach, Germany
Position Purpose
The Global Product Manager – MIG/MAG Robotics & Automated Systems is responsible for the global strategy, development, and performance of EWM’s robotic and automated welding portfolio.
This role acts as the central interface between market, customers, R&D, sales, marketing, and production, ensuring a technologically leading and commercially successful product portfolio.
The role combines strategic product ownership, technology leadership, and cross-functional execution in a global matrix organization.
Key Accountabilities
Product Strategy & Portfolio Management
- Define and drive the global product strategy for robotic MIG/MAG and automation solutions
- Manage the full product lifecycle and portfolio performance
- Translate market trends and customer needs into product requirements (MRD/PRD)
- Prioritize innovation and value engineering initiatives
Technology & Market Intelligence
- Monitor trends in robotics, automation, Industry 4.0, and digital welding
- Conduct competitive analysis and identify growth opportunities
- Evaluate new application fields and emerging markets
Cross-Functional Development
- Partner with R&D to translate requirements into technical solutions
- Support development of welding processes, systems, and automation interfaces
- Lead validation, prototyping, and industrialization activities
- Contribute to cost, performance, and quality improvements
Go-to-Market & Sales Enablement
- Define global launch and positioning strategies
- Support sales teams with training, tools, and technical content
- Develop marketing and application materials
- Support key projects, tenders, and strategic opportunities
Customer & Partner Engagement
- Work closely with OEMs, integrators, and key customers
- Support automation projects and pilot installations
- Collect and integrate market feedback into product development
Business Ownership
- Ensure portfolio profitability, margins, and cost optimization
- Build business cases for new developments and investments
- Track KPIs, forecasts, and portfolio performance
Representation & Stakeholder Management
- Represent EWM at global events, exhibitions, and customer meetings
- Communicate product strategy and value propositions internally and externally
- Collaborate closely with global sales, marketing, service, and production teams
Qualifications & Requirements
- Degree in engineering (welding, mechanical, electrical, automation or similar)
- Experience in MIG/MAG welding and/or robotic welding applications
- Strong understanding of industrial robotics (ABB, KUKA, FANUC, Yaskawa)
- Knowledge of automation, welding systems, and digital manufacturing trends
- Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills
- Ability to translate technical complexity into clear communication
- Proactive, structured, and international mindset
- Fluent English and German language knowledge are required
What Makes This Role Unique
- Global ownership of a high-end robotic welding portfolio
- Strong influence on future automation and welding technologies
- Direct involvement in advanced industrial applications and innovation
- High exposure to global customers, R&D, and strategic decision-making
What we can offer:
- Hybrid Work: Enjoy flexibility with a modern hybrid work environment.
- LinkedIn Learning Access: Expand your skills with unlimited learning opportunities.
- Continuous Performance Feedback: Grow through regular, structured performance discussions.
- Supportive Environment: Thrive in a collaborative culture that values your contribution.
- Career Opportunities: Grow and develop your career in alignment with your aspirations.
🚀 Please send your English CV — and let’s Shape the Future Together!
Skills Required
- Degree in engineering (welding, mechanical, electrical, automation or similar)
- Experience in MIG/MAG welding and/or robotic welding applications
- Strong understanding of industrial robotics (ABB, KUKA, FANUC, Yaskawa)
- Knowledge of automation, welding systems, and digital manufacturing trends
- Strong strategic and analytical thinking skills
- Ability to translate technical complexity into clear communication
- Proactive, structured, and international mindset
- Fluent English and German language knowledge
ESAB Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ESAB and has not been reviewed or approved by ESAB.
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Retirement Support — The package includes an immediately vested 401(k) with a strong company match plus an additional employer contribution. Feedback suggests this structure is a standout element of total compensation.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple plan choices, including HSA‑eligible options with employer contributions, alongside dental and vision. Feedback suggests these mainstream offerings strengthen perceived total rewards when paired with other benefits.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave, child and elder‑care support, and access to caregiving services are included. Feedback suggests these family‑oriented supports add meaningful value for many employees.
ESAB Insights
What We Do
ESAB is a world leader in the production of welding consumables and equipment. Our brand is synonymous with world-leading expertise in the following key areas: * Manual welding and cutting equipment * Welding consumables * Welding automation * Cutting systems Celebrating 110 years since its founding, ESAB now serves a global market. We are represented in almost every country by subsidiaries or agents providing sales and support. ESAB also has manufacturing plants across four continents. Manufacturers everywhere are looking for ways to improve productivity and reduce operating costs. One way to achieve this goal is to align with a welding and cutting partner that offers a complete line of innovative solutions that meet the current demands of industry. ESAB has led the way in research and development of better technologies and products for this industry since its founding. ESAB has many great minds working on ways to make our industry stronger and better able to meet the needs of the future. We are constantly striving to expand our product offerings – from the best in traditional welding applications to large automated manufacturing facilities. ESAB continues to offer world-class technical support and educational opportunities to help our customers work smarter and better. We are dedicated to working with customers to help them be more productive, more profitable, and better able to compete. The ESAB group has been owned by Colfax Corporation since January 13, 2012. To learn more visit our website at www.esab.com and choose your region to begin
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