Product Manager

Note:

Applications are open only to candidates with a proven background in energy metering or smart metering domains.

Product Manager – Smart Metering (Energy Metering Solutions)

Role Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and techno-commercial  Product Manager  to lead the lifecycle of next-generation  smart metering and energy management solutions . The role involves driving product strategy, market alignment, innovation, and cross-functional execution across R&D, operations, utilities, and ecosystem partners. The ideal candidate will combine strong domain expertise in electrical metering with strategic leadership in emerging areas such as  AMI ecosystems, IoT-enabled grid intelligence, data analytics, and digital utility transformation .

Key Responsibilities
Product Strategy & Lifecycle Management
Own end-to-end product lifecycle for smart metering solutions including concept, validation, launch, and lifecycle optimization.
Define product roadmaps aligned with regulatory mandates (e.g., smart metering rollouts), market trends, and digital utility transformation initiatives.
Identify opportunities in advanced applications such as  AMI/AMR deployments, demand response, prepaid metering, DER integration, and energy-as-a-service models .
Customer & Market Engagement
Engage directly with utilities, EPCs, system integrators, and government bodies to understand evolving requirements and policy directions.
Conduct product presentations, field demonstrations, and technical workshops for stakeholders.
Translate market feedback into product enhancements and next-generation features.
Innovation & Technology Leadership
Collaborate closely with R&D to define product architecture including  IoT connectivity (RF, PLC, NB-IoT, 4G/5G), edge computing, and cloud integrations .
Ensure alignment with evolving standards, interoperability frameworks, and cybersecurity requirements.
Cross-Functional Coordination
Act as the primary bridge between R&D, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and business teams.
Lead internal product validation, usability testing, and readiness for production release.
Work with production teams to ensure manufacturability, scalability, and cost optimization.
Compliance, Testing & Certification
Coordinate with external testing and certification laboratories for product approvals and regulatory compliance.
Ensure adherence to national and international standards, metrology regulations, and cybersecurity frameworks.
Drive continuous improvement through structured product validation and field trials.
Tendering & Commercial Support
Evaluate customer tender documents, technical specifications, and compliance matrices.
Provide technical inputs for bids, deviations, and solution positioning.
Support pre-sales and post-sales teams in solution design and deployment strategies.
Deployment & Field Enablement
Provide technical guidance during pilot deployments, rollouts, and field installations.
Develop installation best practices, troubleshooting frameworks, and deployment playbooks.
Gather field intelligence for continuous product and process improvements.
Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management
Mentor cross-functional teams and drive a culture of innovation and accountability.
Collaborate with leadership to define product vision and long-term growth strategy.
Interface with ecosystem partners including communication module vendors, software platform providers, and analytics partners.
Desired Functional Knowledge & Skills
Technical Competencies
Strong foundation in  Electrical Engineering fundamentals , power systems, and single-phase & polyphase metering systems.
Deep understanding of  smart metering domain , including metrology, communication protocols, and AMI architectures.
Experience in product validation across  hardware, firmware, and software platforms .
Exposure to  IoT platforms, cloud-based applications, and data analytics ecosystems  preferred.
Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts for connected devices (encryption, key management, secure firmware updates) is an advantage.