Our client is a globally renowned, multi-national enterprise (MNE) with a strong heritage in the Electro-Mechanical (E&M) products industry. With over half a century of engineering excellence, we design, manufacture, and distribute high-value products in the global market. To meet with the expansion of our business, we are now looking for a talent as the below
Job Title: Product Line Leader
Reporting to: Global Product Director , based in Canada
Location: Guangzhou or Nanjing Plant
Key Responsibilities
1. Develop, maintain, and execute the technical product roadmap and release schedule for the assigned product line, in alignment with strategic priorities and inputs from Product Portfolio Management
2. Ensure clear translation of market requirements into actionable development plans
3. Track and report progress on key technical milestones, proactively identifying risks and implementing mitigation plans
4. Maintain portfolio visibility through structured reporting, dashboards, and governance reviews Product Performance & Competitiveness • Support cost optimization initiatives (cost-out) by working cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Commercial teams
5. Contribute to product competitiveness through benchmarking, performance analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives
6. Partner closely with Product Portfolio Management to ensure alignment on: o Customer requirements o Value proposition o Margin targets
7. Analyze and recommend business trade-offs balancing technical feasibility, cost, and market needs Cross-Functional Product Improvement & Change Awareness
8. Collaborate with Product Management, Commercial, and Manufacturing teams to drive cost reduction, performance improvement, and product upgrades.
9. Leverage internal technical expertise (COEs) to develop solutions and secure specialized resources
10. Lead weekly product line standups focused on execution status, schedule adherence, and cost tracking
11. Coordinate R&D deliverables for minor design changes within the product line as required Product Change Governance & Visibility
12. Maintain visibility of product changes from local MBUs and ensure proper documentation.
13. Ensure changes are properly documented, reviewed, and aligned with global product strategy
14. Assess and communicate the impact of product changes on functionality, performance, and compliance.
15. Act as a gatekeeper to ensure consistency and integrity of the global product line Risk & Issue Management
16. Identify, document, and escalate risks impacting product roadmap execution and deliverables
17. Lead cross-functional resolution of technical and operational challenges
18. Develop contingency plans to mitigate schedule, cost, or performance risks • Maintain clear records of key decisions, trade-offs, and their rationale
• Qualifications Education
1. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC Engineering, or a related technical field
2. Master or equivalent business education is a strong asset Experience
3. 5-8 years of experience in HVAC, thermal systems, or engineered equipment industries
4. Proven experience in product management, systems engineering, product development, or industrialization roles • Demonstrated ability to work across engineering, commercial, and manufacturing functions
5. Experience in a global, matrix organization with multiple stakeholders
6. Familiarity with chiller technologies (air-cooled, water-cooled, heat pumps) and their applications is strongly preferred Technical & Business Skills
7. Strong understanding of: o HVAC systems, thermodynamics, and system architectures o Product development processes and lifecycle management
8. Solid business acumen with ability to balance: o Product performance o Cost targets o Market requirements Core Competencies
9. Ability to translate market needs into structured technical requirements • Strong cross-functional leadership and influencing skills (without direct authority)
10. Excellent problem-solving and trade-off decision-making capability
11. High level of organization and discipline in execution tracking and governance
12. Strong communication skills across both technical and business audiences
13. Systems thinking with the ability to manage complexity
What We Offer
1. Competitive salary package with performance-based bonuses and long-term incentives.
2. Comprehensive social insurance and housing fund with additional commercial insurance.
3. Extensive international exposure and collaboration opportunities with global supply chain leaders.
4. A strategic leadership role with significant impact on global operations.
5. Professional development programs, including executive training and global rotation opportunities.
6. A diverse, inclusive, and innovation-driven multinational work environment.