Product Owner Digital Field Connectivity & HMI (m/f/d)
Location: Schaffhausen, Switzerland
At GF, we see our company as a forward-thinking leader in our field. Since 1802, we have embraced innovations and sustainable solutions of the highest quality that add value to people's lives around the globe.
In this strategically important role as Product Owner Digital Field Connectivity & HMI, you will define and implement appropriate connectivity standards for specific applications and topologies. You will ensure the coordination and implementation of industrial connectivity standards for field devices. You will also select suitable technologies for IIoT applications and optimized user experiences. As an active member of organizations such as the PI Foundation, ODVA, or OPC Foundation, you will incorporate GF-specific requirements into new standards. Ideally, you are familiar with system topologies, particularly in water treatment or wet process systems. Additionally, you will oversee the design and standardization of HMIs, including field displays and mobile apps.
Your Tasks:
- Define and drive our connectivity strategy across sensor systems, valve actuators, and accessories, ensuring seamless integration and future-ready solutions.
- Set standards by harmonizing and implementing cutting-edge protocols and physical standards that unify and elevate our product range.
- Stay ahead of the curve by monitoring emerging trends in connectivity, from physical interfaces to evolving communication protocols, and turning insights into action.
- Create impactful materials, developing technical documentation, product guides, training resources, and sales tools that empower our global teams and customers.
- Be a voice in the industry by representing GF Piping Systems in standardization bodies and working groups to influence the development of tomorrow's standards.
- Collaborate with R&D to provide clear direction and specifications ensuring our new products are built with future-proof connectivity in mind.
- Enhance user experiences by translating technical requirements into epics and user stories that guide intuitive mobile apps and device interfaces.
Your Profile:
- A bachelor's or master's degree in electronics, physics, or an apprenticeship as a mechatronic engineer/automation technician with further training.
- At least 5 years of experience as a product manager for process measuring technologies such as flow sensors or liquid analysis sensors.
- A proactive nature, demonstrating initiative and ownership.
- Strong communication and planning skills.
- First experience or a strong interest in UX Design of mobile apps or display design is beneficial.
- Attention to customers and stakeholders, result-oriented, market-driven thinking, teamwork, systemic thinking, and innovation complete your profile.
- Fluency in English, with at least basic knowledge of German; additional languages are a plus.
- Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time.
Benefits
- Clear Vision and Purpose: "We are a sustainability and innovation leader providing superior customer value" is our guiding vision, inspiring us in our daily work.
- Sustainability and Innovation Focus: We are committed to achieving high sustainability and innovation goals, working towards a better future together.
- Excellent Learning Tools: GF provides development opportunities for everyone, offering global learning tools, trainings, and specialized courses.
- Great Career Opportunities: As a global company, GF offers numerous opportunities for career growth, enhanced by our dedicated talent management process (MyNextBigStep@GF).
- Flexible Working Conditions: We promote flexible working hours and the possibility of remote work whenever feasible.
- Family Time: GF guarantees expectant mothers a comparable job while taking up to a year off and offers paid leave for fathers and mothers.
- Very Attractive Pension Scheme: GF provides all employees with an excellent pension plan.
- Employee Counseling: Our independent employee counseling service is available to all staff for personal and professional concerns.
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
Your Contact
René Paparusso
+41 52 547 10 79
Ebnatstrasse 111
8201 Schaffhausen
Switzerland
Georg Fischer Rohrleitungssysteme AG, Schaffhausen
Who We Are
GF Piping Systems is the world's leading supplier of piping systems. We enable the safe and sustainable transport of fluids, driven by industry-leading sustainability levels, innovation through digital solutions, and a culture based on performance, learning, and caring.