Product Champion Engineering

CARBO•Houston, TX

About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic Product Champion-Engineering to lead the development and market positioning of advanced engineering software for well stimulation, including hydraulic fracturing and acidizing. This role blends deep technical expertise with product management leadership, serving as the bridge between engineering and commercial success. The Product Champion will define product vision, drive innovation, and ensure our solutions deliver exceptional value to clients.

Requirements

7+ years’ experience in well stimulation operations (hydraulic fracturing, acidizing design, monitoring, execution).
Firsthand experience of using with one or more frac simulators, e.g., FracPro, Kinetix, ResFrac, Gohfer, etc.
Strong proficiency with leading well stimulation and production software.
Broad knowledge of oilfield operations, completions, and reservoir engineering.
Proven ability to create and execute product strategies driving growth.
Experience conducting market research, competitive analysis, and customer needs assessments.
Familiarity with Agile, DevOps, and cloud-native application development.
Ability to evaluate and integrate emerging technologies.
Strong executive presence with ability to engage technical and business audiences.
Track record of leading cross-functional teams and managing stakeholders.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
Certifications in product or project management.
Experience with software development, lifecycle and technical product management.
Proven success with product launches in energy technology.
Established industry network and experience with digital transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

Define and communicate a clear product vision aligned with company strategy.
Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and customer needs to guide product direction.
Act as the voice of the customer, translating requirements into actionable strategies.
Ensure product-market fit through research, feedback analysis, and data-driven decisions.
Own and maintain product roadmaps balancing client needs, technical feasibility, and business goals.
Prioritize features based on market impact and client value.
Partner with leadership on investment strategies and resource allocation.
Partner with engineering to convert requirements into technical specifications.
Collaborate with sales and marketing on value propositions, positioning, and go-to-market strategies.
Align stakeholders across the organization on product strategy and priorities.
Lead product launches from conception to market adoption.
Define and track KPIs to measure product performance and client satisfaction.
Drive continuous improvement through customer feedback and iterative enhancements.
Build strong relationships with clients, provide technical consultation and ensuring successful onboarding and adoption.