Product Manager

Technical Project Manager (Product Lifecycle / Embedded System)

Location:
Eindhoven region (Netherlands) Employment Type: Full-time Contract Type: Long-term (with potential for permanent employment) Relocation support available

About the Role
Are you ready to take full ownership of complex technical products throughout their lifecycle?
We are looking for a Technical Project Manager who thrives in a high-tech environment where hardware and software come together, and where your decisions directly impact product performance, cost, and long-term success.
In this role, you are not just managing timelines.
You are responsible for guiding products through their entire lifecycle, from introduction to maturity and phase-out, ensuring they remain competitive, reliable, and scalable.
Why This Role Stands Out You don't just deliver projects, you own products long-term You operate at the intersection of engineering, operations, and strategy You influence decisions that directly impact performance, cost, and scalability You work in a company where technology and manufacturing are deeply integrated

What You'll Do
Own a product (or product group) across its full lifecycle (NPI → ramp-up → sustain → EOL) Drive improvements in quality, cost, manufacturability, and supply robustness (QLTC) Lead cross‐functional teams across RD, operations, supply chain, and quality Balance trade‐offs between performance, lead time, cost, and availability Coordinate engineering changes, redesigns, and lifecycle optimisations Define and manage lifecycle planning, roadmaps, and stage‐gate processes Identify risks (technical, supply chain, cost) and proactively mitigate them Work closely with internal stakeholders and customers on long‐term product strategy What We're Looking For Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or similar) 7+ years of experience in Technical Project Management or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM / LCM) Experience in embedded systems, electronics, or complex hardware/software environments Strong understanding of the full product lifecycle (NPI → sustain → EOL) Experience working in cross‐functional environments (engineering, supply chain, manufacturing) Familiarity with Stage‐gate lifecycle governance, Engineering change management (ECR/ECO), continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma mindset) Strong decision‐making skills, able to manage trade‐offs and take ownership Hands‐on, proactive mindset, drives progress and doesn't wait for direction Fluent in English (Dutch is a plus) EU work authorization or willingness to relocate (visa support possible for non‐EU candidates)

We Offer
Long‐term contract (38 hours/week) with possibility of permanent employment Monthly gross

salary:
€5,500 – €7,000 (based on experience and education) 30 paid vacation days + paid public holidays Holiday allowance of 8.33%, paid annually Travel reimbursement Relocation support (if applicable), including: assistance with first housing, relocation bonus, support with BSN, banking, insurance, and onboarding Work permit and visa assistance (if applicable) Personal guidance from Xelvin and access to a technical network in the Netherlands Want to know more about this opportunity?
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