Technical Product Manager (ESS)

What will you do?

In this role, you are end‑to‑end responsible for an ESS product or platform within a multidisciplinary R&D environment. You manage the program, lead a dedicated team of specialists and oversee the full product lifecycle — from Technology Development to New Product Development, Engineering Change Management and COPQ improvements.

You work closely with engineers, Platform and Product Managers and experts in software, mechanics, electronics and systems. Thanks to your direction, overview and decisiveness, ESS solutions are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.

Your responsibilities include:

Leadership & Team Coordination

• Leading the ESS product or platform team and ensuring optimal collaboration across disciplines.
• Ensuring that technical decisions align with the product vision, architecture and strategic roadmap.
• Prioritising the backlog based on customer value, risks, technical dependencies and business objectives.
• Providing coaching leadership to team members and contributing to a culture of ownership, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

Project Management & Lifecycle Ownership

• End‑to‑end execution of projects within the ESS platform, including planning, resource allocation and risk management.
• Ensuring effective application of Technology Development, NPD, ECM and COPQ processes.
• Monitoring project budgets and reporting on progress, risks and deviations.
• Facilitating multidisciplinary collaboration between software, power electronics, mechanical engineering, battery experts and system integration.
• Conducting risk analyses and developing mitigation plans to manage technical and operational risks.

Reporting & Stakeholder Management

• Providing clear reporting to the Chapter Lead Value Stream, Product Management and other stakeholders.
• Creating transparency in the development process and signalling bottlenecks in a timely manner.
• Setting up, monitoring and improving KPIs related to product quality, development progress, costs and team performance.
• Ensuring consistent and structured communication towards internal and external stakeholders.

What do we ask of you?

• Bachelor’s or master’s  degree, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Technology or similar; supplemented with Technical Business Administration is a plus.
• Proven experience leading technical projects in an R&D environment, preferably involving complex electrical or power systems.
• Knowledge of full lifecycle product management in technical and software‑intensive systems.
• Experience with backlog management, prioritisation and stakeholder management.
• Experience in multidisciplinary collaboration within areas such as energy storage, battery systems, power conversion or industrial automation.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to provide direction and structure.
• Proficiency in Dutch and English, both spoken and written.

What do we offer you?

Alfen offers you a role with significant impact within a rapidly growing organisation. You will have the opportunity to improve processes and further professionalise the product development landscape. You can expect:

• Competitive salary and excellent employment conditions.
• 27 vacation days + 13 ADV days (with the option to sell up to 10 days).
• Hybrid working (max. 2 days per week for a 40‑hour workweek).
• Company laptop.
• Free access to our online learning platform.
• Activities via AlFun and Young Alfen.
• Sports facilities such as fitness and sport events.
• PME pension with a generous employer contribution.
• Travel allowance of €0.23 per km (max. 50 km one way).

Where will you work?

You collaborate closely with R&D, Product Management, System Engineering, Test, Supply Chain and external partners. You play a crucial role in delivering safe, robust and scalable energy storage systems.

Interested?

Apply via the “apply directly” button on our website.

Please note: a reference check, screening and VOG may be part of the procedure. Applications are reviewed continuously; the vacancy closes once the right candidate has been found. Acquisition is not appreciated.