Technical Product Manager

Continental - Allentown, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

Allentown, PA

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Technical Product Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire product lifecycle, from specification and development to release and quality assurance. This role involves ensuring compliance with technical specifications, supporting product design and development, and monitoring legal requirements for product releases. The manager will also engage in market observation and support various departments in higher-level projects, contributing to portfolio strategy and program coverage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with technical specifications of products.
• Assist in preparing technical specifications for product segmentation.
• Provide necessary technical product information and documentation.
• Prepare tests and support concept development and validation.
• Create relevant design documents and assist with cost optimization proposals.
• Monitor legal requirements for the product portfolio and obtain necessary approvals.
• Support warranty report preparation and handle complaints.
• Evaluate and analyze competitor products throughout the product lifecycle.
• Support the creation of training content and supplier qualification.
• Participate in higher-level projects and support packaging creation.
• Assist in prioritizing product inclusion decisions based on technical criteria.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• 2 years of experience in Technical Product Management, Product Development, or Project Management.
• Experience with product benchmarking, supplier evaluation, and technical product release.
• Knowledge of product launch, specification, and technical release processes.
• General understanding of the automotive business.
• Flexibility to support 25% domestic/international travel.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Nice-to-haves

• 5 years of experience in Automotive Aftermarket Technical Product Management.
• Knowledge and experience in Automotive Aftermarket and Distribution Channels.
• Experience with SAP and Continental's internal processes.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Tuition & Employee Discounts
• Annual Bonus
• Employer 401(k) Match