Director of Product Development

We are seeking an experienced Director of Product Development to lead the development and commercialization of innovative products from concept through launch. This role will provide strategic direction, lead cross-functional development efforts, and ensure products meet customer, quality, performance, and business requirements.

• Develop and execute product development strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead product initiatives from concept and design through testing, validation, and commercialization.
• Evaluate market trends, customer needs, and emerging technologies to identify product opportunities.
• Establish development priorities, timelines, and performance objectives.

• Oversee product design, development, prototyping, testing, and validation activities.
• Guide teams in developing innovative and commercially viable products.
• Ensure product designs meet applicable quality, performance, cost, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve existing products and development processes.

• Lead and coordinate product development teams across engineering, manufacturing, quality, marketing, and other functions.
• Establish clear responsibilities, milestones, and accountability across development projects.
• Communicate project progress, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Build strong collaboration between technical and commercial teams.

• Oversee new product introduction and transition from development to production.
• Monitor product performance and customer feedback after launch.
• Identify opportunities to improve product quality, cost, functionality, and customer value.
• Drive continuous improvement across product development processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Product Development, Business, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in product development, engineering, or product management.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional product development teams.
• Strong understanding of product development processes from concept through commercialization.
• Experience with product design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple complex development initiatives and priorities.

• Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Certified Product Manager (CPM) or related product management certification.
• Lean Six Sigma certification.
• Design or engineering-related professional certifications.

• Salary: $150,000–$200,000 annually
• Opportunity to lead strategic product development and innovation initiatives.
• Cross-functional leadership and executive-level exposure.
• Opportunity to influence product strategy from concept through commercialization.
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities.

Midland provides a strong environment for product development and manufacturing professionals, with access to established industrial operations and a skilled workforce. The region offers opportunities to lead technical innovation, collaborate across engineering and business functions, and contribute to the development of products that support evolving market needs.