Product Manager

Advanced Energy

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • $105,000-145,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
ABOUT ADVANCED ENERGYAdvanced Energy (Nasdaq: AEIS) is a global leader in the design and manufacturing of highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions for mission-critical applications and processes. AE's power solutions enable customer innovation in complex applications for a wide range of industries including semiconductor equipment, industrial, manufacturing, telecommunications, data center computing and healthcare. Advanced Energy has devoted four decades to perfecting power for its global customers and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.POSITION SUMMARY:The Product Manager defines and manages AE's SCR (Silicon Controlled Rectifier) Power Controller products through their respective lifecycles, helping drive innovative solutions and market adoption. The Critical Sensing and Control (CSC) product group provides optical and fluoroptic temperature measurement, RF measurement, thermal imaging, and blackbody calibration sources for customers serving the semiconductor, industrial, power and transmission, and military and aerospace markets. On a periodic basis, assists in segmentation, business planning, product marketing strategies, portfolio management, negotiations, and production forecasts.RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Manages lifecycles of AE pulse-code modulation (PCM) products from concept through launch to end of life and obsolescence.
  • Monitors market trends for new opportunities and refines understanding of user needs in AE target markets through research and customer visits.
  • Defines product plans, including critical features, price targets, profit, return on investment (ROI), competitive strength and value delivery.
  • Guides development and manages tradeoffs of specifications and schedules for new products and/or services.
  • Interfaces with Sales, Research and Development, Customer Support, Operations, Corporate Marketing, quality, and other partners to ensure new offerings meet technical specifications, cost targets, delivery commitments and achieve customer adoption.
  • Coordinates with external partners, Business Development, alternative channels, and third-party integrators as needed.
  • Drives naming, positioning, literature, collateral, web content and launch activities with Corporate Marketing.
  • Coordinates regular forecasting and demand analysis with Business Development.
  • Uses market research and competitive analysis as needed in these activities to maximize AE market advantage.
  • Defines and implements sustaining and end-of-life strategies for mature or declining product lines.
  • Assists with annual business planning, marketing tools and infrastructure as needed.
  • International travel to establish regular in-region presence (up to several times per quarter) for market immersion, training of AE teams and customer visits.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • This position is in Fort Collins, Colorado
  • Works in a standard office environment and uses general office equipment
  • Travel, both domestic and international (up to 20%)
QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Excellent communication skills - face-to-face, in writing, by phone, in groups, and in one-on-one settings.
  • Superior organizational, planning, and coordination skills with attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks.
  • Financial analysis capability.
  • Business saavy, excellent self control, superoir conflict management skills, and effective negotiation skills.
  • Ability to structure market research and competitive analysis.
  • Ability to quickly and thoroughly follow up on commitments.
  • Strong team player.
  • Creative problem solving skills - both independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong computer literacy with ability to use Windows, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Energy and ability to motivate others.
EXPERIENCE:Essential:
  • 8+ years' experience in product marketing, applications, or related customer-facing positions.
  • 5 years' experience in SCR power controllers, power electronics, or similar technologies.
EDUCATION:
  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
  • Advanced degree, including M.S., Ph.D., or MBA, is highly desirable.
COMPENSATION:As required by multiple state pay transparency laws, Advanced Energy provides a reasonable range of compensation for each job posting. Actual compensation is influenced by an array of factors including, but not limited to, skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. The range of starting pay for this role is $105,000 to $145,000 per year.BENEFITS:As part of our total rewards philosophy, we believe in offering and maintaining competitive compensation and benefits programs for our employees to attract and retain a talented, highly engaged workforce. Our compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay, an annual pay-for-performance incentive plan, and discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.In addition to our competitive compensation practices, we offer a strong benefits package in each of the countries in which we operate. In the U.S., we offer a rich benefits package that includes:
  • Medical - multiple medical plans are available to choose from
  • Short and long-term disability and life insurance
  • Health savings and flexible spending accounts
  • Generous time off policy starting with 3 weeks of paid vacation, 7 days of paid sick time, and 12 paid holidays
  • 8 hours of paid volunteer time off
  • 8 weeks of paid parental leave for both Moms and Dads
  • Company matched 401(k)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Expanded mental health coverage and employee assistance programs
  • Other voluntary benefits include critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity, pet insurance, identify theft, and legal assistance
Advanced Energy is committed to diversity in its workforce including Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and/or veteran status.Advanced Energy is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our job application process/procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance in completing an Advanced Energy application, please reach out to HumanResources@aei.com.CO ONLY:Applications will be accepted through August 31, 2025, the company reserves the right to review applications at any point after they are submitted.

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