Product Manager – Pressure Measurement & Instrumentation

Kurt J Lesker Company•Jefferson Hills, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Kurt J. Lesker Company is seeking a Product Manager focused on Pressure Measurement & Instrumentation. This role owns the strategy, lifecycle, and commercial success of our vacuum gauging and instrumentation portfolio, supporting internal teams and customers across highly technical applications. The ideal candidate will have deep product ownership experience in physical instrumentation, not software-only products.

Requirements

5 years’ experience in Product Management, Engineering, or Technical Sales for Electro-mechanical products
Strong background in pressure measurement, instrumentation, sensors, or electro-mechanical products
Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent hands‑on industry experience
High level of technical competence and ability to communicate complex concepts clearly
Comfortable working cross‑functionally in a manufacturing environment
Willingness to support overnight and international travel

Nice To Haves

Experience within the vacuum industry or closely related markets
Exposure to integrated systems combining mechanical, electrical, and digital components
Educational background or work experiences emphasizing chemical or materials science principles

Responsibilities

Apply mechanical and electrical engineering principles and system integration knowledge to support product development and troubleshoot technical issues
Ownership of end‑to‑end profit and loss (P&L) management for the product line, including pricing, cost control, and margin optimization
Own the product strategy and roadmap for Pressure Measurement and instrumentation products
Serve as the technical and market expert for the product line—understanding principles of operation, applications, competitive positioning, and customer needs.
Partner with Sales, Engineering, Supply Chain, Marketing, and Service to support product success from development through end‑of‑life
Drive the creation of website and marketing content for use across digital and traditional channels
Lead new product introductions and enhancements through the Innovation process based on market demand and technology trends
Develop and deliver technical training and sales enablement tools
Support key customer engagements and assist sales in closing complex, technical opportunities
Collaborate with Supply Chain on inventory strategy, service levels, and disposition of slow‑moving or obsolete inventory
Manage key supplier relationships and identify new sourcing options when needed
Take a leadership role in resolving customer issues, Corrective Action Request (CARs), and quality concerns related to the product line.
Ensure regulatory compliance (e.g., CE, RoHS, ISO) and manage documentation
Participate in business planning, including sales forecasts, gross margin commitments, and cost control