Product Manager, Instrumentation

Job Title

Product Manager, Instrumentation

Reports To

Director, Commercialization

Based In

Ottawa, ON

Term

Full-time

About Nanometrics

With over 37 years of seismic technology and industry application experience, we are a global, award-winning company providing monitoring solutions and equipment for studying artificial and natural seismicity. From mission-critical seismic arrays, tsunami and early earthquake warning systems in over 90 countries across the globe to induce seismicity monitoring in the energy sector. We specialize in full-service, integrated solutions for studying artificial and natural seismicity, including turnkey seismic networks, industry-leading precision instrumentation, complete data processing, analysis services, and software applications.

At Nanometrics, we take pride in fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. We are passionate about making a global impact through cutting-edge technology while staying rooted in values of intentional innovation, trust, ethics, and stability.

About the role: 

The Seismic Instruments and Systems (SIS) division of Nanometrics is looking for an outcome-focused Product Manager, who brings a passion and keen interest in the development, market release, and ongoing lifecycle management of instruments and accessories utilized in Seismic Monitoring and Warning systems. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of developing and articulating the value propositions and technical requirements for complex technical new product initiatives, based on a thorough understanding of customer use cases and market information. This includes developing business cases, managing competing priorities, and coordinating with cross-functional teams (R&D, Sales, Marketing, and Operations) to realize a compelling product vision and comprehensive product roadmap, in support of the long-term corporate revenue growth and portfolio diversification objectives.

Responsibilities

• Define and articulate the strategic product roadmap for Seismic instrumentation, based on a compelling product vision
• Develop and manage the technical specifications for Nanometrics OEM products, and collaborate with R&D to ensure product development initiatives align with technical requirements
• Become a product expert and champion, by developing a thorough understanding of external market segments, customer use cases, and competitive product offerings
• Drive product development investment decisions via well-researched compelling business plans to ensure alignment with Nanometrics and customer needs
• Manage the complete lifecycle of products, from initial concept through end-of-life
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to support commercialization of both new and legacy products
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

What you bring to the team:

• Strong business acumen
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to plan, organize and prioritize effectively and make sound, logical decisions
• Ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams
• Outstanding written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to manage various projects with tight deadlines
• Strong client-facing, organizational and interpersonal skills
  
  

Requirements:

• BSc in Engineering, Physics, or related fields
• 5+ years of experience in product management of complex high-tech equipment, with solid technical understanding combined with strong business acumen
• Proven ability to translate high-level strategic market objectives into cross-functional action plans the execution of which leads to the desired business outcome
• Outstanding written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to manage various concurrent projects with tight deadlines
  
  

Assets:

• Understanding of markets and trends, competitive landscape, industry product offerings and customer challenges
• Product/technology development experience
• Understanding of the manufacture of electromechanical products
• Hands-on experience with signal processing and data acquisition
• Technical Sales, support or business development experience
• Experience in Geoscience or Geophysical products
  
  

Why Nanometrics?

• We are a global leader in seismic solutions and a Canada's Best Managed Companies Platinum Club member
• We value sustainable growth that benefits our employees, our community, and the environment
• Maximize your productivity with our flexible hybrid work model. Our centrally located office space offers a stimulating environment for collaboration and focused work. Plus, enjoy a convenient commute with easy access to biking paths and public transportation
• Engage in virtual and onsite social events centered around collaboration, learning, and fun, including volunteer events, celebrations, and team-building activities
• Our comprehensive group benefits program includes RRSP matching, health/dental benefits, a corporate bonus program, education assistance, and a health spending account
• Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides services and support for health, work-life solutions, legal guidance, financial resources, wellness tools, and more
• Enjoy a competitive leave program, including a holiday shutdown (December 25 to January 1)
• Grow your career with learning and development opportunities
• Collaborate with high-performing teams and some of the industry's top minds
  
  

Nanometrics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Should you require accommodation as part of the recruitment and selection process, please reach out to [email protected]