Strattec Security Corp.

Strattec Security Corp.

Product Line Director

Auburn Hills, MI, US · Director · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 1 day ago
Product ManagementProduct StrategyBusiness DevelopmentPipeline ManagementM&APerformance ManagementEmbedded SystemsSystems EngineeringMechanical DesignElectrical EngineeringLeadershipCollaborationActuators

About the role

  • For over 100 years, we've been engineering the complete vehicle access experience-from the moment a driver approaches their vehicle to the confident close of every door.
  • This is a high-impact leadership role at the intersection of innovation, technology, and customer experience.
  • We challenge the status quo. 🔹 DO TOGETHER - Collaboration is key.

Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership (Own & Drive):
  • Lead new product development roadmap for Power Access systems
  • Develop and own pricing strategies
  • Drive innovation pipeline for next-generation motion technologies Product Portfolio Management:
  • Own Power Access product roadmaps aligned with OEM platform timelines
  • Develop 5-year margin roadmaps and product family financial forecasts
  • Drive portfolio decisions: invest/grow, reposition, harvest, or exit strategies
  • Partner with Engineering on integrated motor/hardware/software system development
  • Support Sales Directors in business development and pipeline management
  • We build trust through shared goals. 🔹 OWN IT - Results matter.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Business, or related field (required)

Nice to have

  • 10+ years in product management, product development, or systems engineering
  • 5+ years in automotive closure systems, power access, or mechatronic systems (strongly preferred)
  • Proven track record leading new product development from concept through launch
  • Experience with integrated systems (motors, actuators, ECUs, software controls)
  • OEM program management experience with major automotive manufacturers

Skills

  • Strategic vision with ability to translate market trends into product opportunities
  • Financial acumen (margin analysis, business cases, pricing strategies, P&L ownership)
  • Define strategy for Software (SaaP) and Hardware product platforms
  • Champion Invis-A-Rise™ and other patented technologies to expand market share

Compensation

  • Contribute to annual budgets and 5-year strategic plans

Benefits

  • All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, or disability.
  • Modular Architecture - Flexible designs that accelerate OEM development timelines

Company info

  • 🔹 THINK NEW - Innovation fuels our access engine.
  • Our Culture Pillars: 🔹 THINK NEW - Innovation fuels our access engine.
  • In-House Software Capability - Model-based design for virtual verification and faster development THE OPPORTUNITY We are seeking a visionary Product Director to lead our Motion / Power Access product line located in Auburn Hills Michigan.

Equal opportunity

  • Good Hope Road, Milwaukee, WI STRATTEC is an equal opportunity employer.
  • Elevating Access Through Sophisticated Motion.
  • equal opportunity employer.

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