A Technical Product Manager specializing in the technical facets of limit switches, valves, communications and controls. This role requires a strong background in controls and communications technology, and translating business needs into technical requirements, collaborating with customers, engineering teams, and ensuring products are technically feasible and meet customer requirements.
As a member of the Valmet Valve Controls & Actuators Team, the Stonel Technical Product Manager, Stonel will be a technical and commercial resource for the assigned products with the support of local and global team members as needed.
Provide applications support to Customers and Channel Representatives, for all products assigned
For assigned products, support for technical returns. Includes failure evaluation, co-ordination with other technical resources within North America, and globally.
Provide field support and product training to Inside Sales, Service Centers, and representative/distributor personnel (both existing and new products).
Travel to customer and channel locations as needed for technical presentations and sales support activities.
Configure products and create BOMs using ATON/Epic/M3 and all additional Engineering and ERP System modules
Support global Sales using Tacton/CPQ, and/or other quotation systems/modules
Design and modify existing product offerings to meet customer-specific needs; create Manufacturing work instructions and test procedures for ‘special’ products; create Engineering procedures
Provide applications support to Valmet inside and outside sales personnel (customer service, project management, KAM’s, ASM’s, RSD’s, end customers).
Provide input to product technical requirements and customer applications, including certifications, hazardous locations, and specifications to meet customer applications.
To succeed in this role you will need
Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent education with relevant industry experience) with strong preference for Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering degree.
2 to 5 years’ experience in a related engineering field
Aptitude to rapidly grasp technical knowledge of assigned product
Ability to troubleshoot products and perform failure analysis
Up to 35% Travel is required, at times on short notice
We Offer
We offer a dynamic work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and energetic setting with opportunities for continual growth. We're looking for team-oriented people with a willingness to learn and contribute to our customers’ success. This includes a generous wage starting between $81,300-$108,400/annual* and benefits package that offers a 401k with company match as well as company funded pension.
*Salary range is intended to provide a general guideline. Actual compensation will be determined based on market data, internal equity, and candidate credentials.”
Please note that any offer of employment is contingent upon a background check and pre-employment physical and drug screen.
Additional Information
Delivering competitive technologies and services is what we do best. At Valmet, we continue to push forward and develop ourselves, concentrating on technology, services, sustainability, local presence, and our people. To be included in the recruiting process, please apply directly with us online.
Where everything works together
Valmet is where the best talent from a wide variety of backgrounds comes together. With 19,000 professionals around the world, we are the leading global developer and supplier of technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. Our commitment to moving our customer's performance forward requires creativity, technological innovations, service know-how - and above all, teamwork.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent (preferably Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering)
- 2 to 5 years' experience in a related engineering field
- Configure products and create BOMs using ATON, Epic, M3 and ERP system modules
- Support global sales using Tacton/CPQ or other quotation systems
- Ability to troubleshoot products and perform failure analysis
- Provide field support and product training to sales, service centers, and distributors
- Willingness to travel up to 35%, sometimes on short notice
- Background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen (contingent employment)
What We Do
Valmet is the leading global developer and supplier of process technologies, automation and services for the pulp, paper and energy industries. We aim to become the global champion in serving our customers. Valmet's strong technology offering includes pulp mills, tissue, board and paper production lines, as well as power plants for bioenergy production. Our advanced services and automation solutions improve the reliability and performance of our customers' processes and enhance the effective utilization of raw materials and energy. Valmet's net sales in 2019 were approximately EUR 3.5 billion. Our more than 13,000 professionals around the world work close to our customers and are committed to moving our customers' performance forward - every day. Valmet's head office is in Espoo, Finland and its shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.
