Group Product Manager – Industrial Controls & Transfer Switches

The Group Product Manager - Industrial Controls & Transfer Switches provides tactical and operational leadership to a team of product managers within the Industrial Controls and ATS portfolio. This role is responsible for developing and executing short- and long-term product strategies that align with Generac’s compliance, connectivity, and customer experience goals. The Group Product Manager drives innovation and cross-functional collaboration for high-impact product areas such as new hardware and firmware platforms, gateway integration, and automatic transfer switch controller evolution. This role is focused on strategic direction, portfolio management, and people leadership.

- Oversee the roadmap for next-gen transfer switches & generator controllers, including closed transition and bypass isolation product targets, across multiple product lines, which can include both internal production and external partnerships.

- Oversee integrated long term product planning with sister company Deep Sea to ensure Generac’s controller needs are accounted for in their activities and resource loading.

- Lead and develop a team of product managers, providing coaching, mentorship, and career development.

- Assist supply chain in appropriate management of any external supplier relationships such as white label products.

- Set strategic direction for cross-functional efforts to integrate remote monitoring, protocols, and multi-ATS systems.

- Ensure compliance initiatives are embedded in plans, including UL, NFPA, and cybersecurity standards, and drive alignment across the portfolio.

- Collaborate with engineering, field, and service teams to ensure firmware readiness, installation efficiency, and lifecycle management.

- Own communications plans for the product management team and ensure effective execution for all technologies.

- Represent the Industrial Controls & ATS portfolio in strategic forums and cross-business initiatives.

- Drive customer and market research to identify unmet needs and translate insights into actionable requirements for the team.

- Lead the development and execution of multi-year innovation roadmaps, including new launches and cost reduction initiatives.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical preferred), or related field.

Work Experience:

- 7+ years of experience in product management or related technical leadership roles.

- Experience managing multiple product lines and leading cross-functional teams.

- Technical depth in engine and/or generator controls, transfer switches, and firmware platforms.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

- Skilled in fostering team collaboration and driving results.

- Focuses on portfolio-level strategy, execution, and people development.

Preferred Job Requirements

Education

- Masters degree in business or engineering

Certification / License

- Advanced certifications in product management (e.g., Pragmatic Institute, AIPMM).

Work Experience

- Experience in power generation system architecture and switchgear control.

- Advanced certifications in product management.

- Familiarity with compliance standards and international product requirements.