Head – Technical Product Management (Renewable Products)

Professional Summary

MSI Americas, a multinational with operations across 14 countries in the Americas, boasts a strong trajectory in the Telecommunications & IT sector. We are dedicated to providing services and products that humanize technology, connecting it with society. We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Head – Technical Product Management (Renewable Products) to lead our technical product management function for software solutions within the Renewable Plants Automation & Control domain.

Reporting directly to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), this role is pivotal in defining product strategy, driving innovation, ensuring successful execution across the product portfolio, and actively supporting technical sales efforts throughout the USA.

Key Responsibilities

1. Product Strategy & Roadmap

• Define and execute the product vision and strategy for software solutions in Renewable Automation & Control (e.g., SCADA, Power Plant Controllers, Hybrid Energy Management Systems).
• Drive the development and maintenance of a multi-year product roadmap, ensuring alignment with market trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies, in collaboration with Technical Product Line Managers and Technical Product Managers.
• Ensure strong alignment between business needs, customer demands, and technology advancements.

2. Team Leadership & Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Technical Product Managers responsible for various software solutions.
• Establish a robust product management framework, encompassing agile methodologies, product lifecycle management, and go-to-market strategies.
• Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration across cross-functional teams, including engineering, sales, and customer success.

3. Product Development & Execution

• Define and prioritize feature development to deliver best-in-class solutions for grid automation, controls, and energy management.
• Collaborate closely with development teams, engineering teams, and regional project delivery teams to ensure timely and high-quality software delivery.
• Drive the adoption of modern cloud, AI, and edge computing technologies in T&D automation products.

4. Market & Customer Engagement

• Engage with utilities, regulators, and industry stakeholders to gain a deep understanding of market dynamics and customer pain points.
• Stay abreast of industry standards, cybersecurity requirements, and evolving grid modernization trends.
• Support sales and marketing teams in product positioning, competitive analysis, and business development efforts.

5. Technical Sales Support for USA

• Act as the primary technical liaison between product teams and the sales organization in the USA.
• Provide comprehensive technical pre-sales support, including product demonstrations, RFI/RFP responses, and solution presentations.
• Work closely with sales, business development, and customer success teams to drive customer adoption and expand market share.
• Support the development of sales collateral, whitepapers, and competitive intelligence to strengthen go-to-market efforts.
• Engage with key USA-based customers to gather feedback and translate their needs into product enhancements.

6. Financial & Business Impact

• Optimize pricing, licensing, and monetization models to maximize customer adoption and profitability.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success and impact.

Technical Requirements (Must-have)

• 15+ years of experience in Technical Product Management for T&D Automation & Control software.
• Strong background in Renewable Power Plant Controls, Renewable SCADA, Hybrid Energy Management Systems.
• Proven exposure to software development, cloud platforms, AI/ML, and edge computing within power systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and scale high-performing product management teams.
• Experience working with utilities, regulatory bodies, and grid modernization initiatives.
• Strong understanding of industry standards such as IEC 61850, CIM, IEEE 2030.5, OpenFMB, NERC CIP.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desired Skills (Nice-to-have)

• At least 3 years’ experience in technical sales, sales engineering, or supporting sales teams in the North American market.
• MBA or Master’s degree in Power Systems, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead the future of Renewable Automation & Control software and drive industry transformation.
• Work with a world-class team of engineers, data scientists, and industry experts.
• Influence global utilities and energy transition initiatives.