Strategic Product Manager

Location:
Arnhem, Netherlands
Business:
Energy Systems
Position type:
Full Time
Contract type:
Permanent Employee
Job ID:
5348
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Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About the role

Stepping up in the electric power industry? Join DNV for a dynamic and international career at the top of the electric-power-system-world!

We are looking for a Strategic Product Manager to enhance our Smart Cable Guard team to help our customers monitor their cable grid in the best way possible.

Smart Cable Guard (SCG) is a real-time, multi-functional monitoring system for distribution power cable grids. The SCG system has two unique functions: 1) detecting and locating weak spots using partial discharge measurement, and 2) detecting and locating faults in power cables. And more functions are being developed. The system is rolled out in more than 20 countries in 5 continents. Want to know more about Smart Cable Guard? Click here!

When we sell SCG we do not only sell “a box”, but we strive to help our customers to get the most out of Smart Cable Guard and to provide insights in the condition of their distribution grids. We collaborate with our customers to get the most out of SCG in their grid and organization. More functions are being deployed to respond to challenges in the industry.

What we offer

By joining our international team at DNV, you will contribute to the energy transition through enabling widespread and safe deployment and operation. You will be part of a company working independently as a voice for the industry, making the world safer smarter and greener by supporting our customers and their long-term high-impact endeavours. You will be part of a high-performing, innovative team that reflects the equality, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world. As part of our ambitious and strategically important unit, your professional development will be rapid, comprehensive and continuously adjusted to your interests and competences.

Our benefits:

  • Attractive total compensation package.
  • Access to pension scheme, profit share and health care programs.
  • Flexibility to fit your work with your lifestyle and achieve a good work/ life balance.
  • Becoming a part of an atmosphere of highly professional, engaged and knowledgeable people.
  • Guidance from colleagues through coaching, mentoring and participating in networks.
  • Competence development plans and training programs tailored to your needs.
  • Being a part of a renowned organization with origins dating back to 1864, and a growing and diverse network with 130 nationalities in 100 countries.

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

About you

Your tasks and responsibilities

  • Market & Competitive Intelligence
    • Analyze global trends in power grid monitoring and fault detection technologies.
    • Benchmark competitors and emerging solutions to inform product positioning.
    • Define pricing strategies.
  • Customer Engagement & Validation
    • Lead structured testing and feedback sessions with grid operators (utilities, critical infrastructure, wind).
    • Understand customer workflows across departments (e.g., operations, asset management, IT).
    • Translate insights into product improvements.
  • Change Request & Requirements Management
    • Work with customers to understand their needs and work collaboratively to create solutions.
    • Align feature requests with our product vision and roadmap.
    • Align with stakeholders on scope, feasibility, and impact.
    • Define clear requirements for development teams.
  • Strategic Product Planning
    • Provide strategic input to the Chief Product Officer on roadmap, portfolio, and market entry strategies.
    • Support quarterly planning and long-term product visioning.
    • Define product KPIs to enable quantitative business decisions.
    • Lead product launches.
  • Business Analysis & Domain Mapping
    • Map customer workflows and operational contexts to product capabilities.
    • Collaborate with domain experts and engineering to ensure product relevance and usability.

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years in product management or business analysis in technical B2B environments and recurring revenue business models.
  • Experience working with utilities, grid operators, or industrial monitoring systems is a plus.
  • Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work across cultures and geographies.
  • Familiarity with agile development and product lifecycle management.

Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices.

Benefits

Please note, benefits may depend on your contract type, please confirm with your recruiter.

Profit Share

You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.

Insurance

Taking care of you with travel, life, and accident insurance.

Pension Schemes

We care about your long-term financial security and prioritize pension and retirement benefits to reflect our caring values.

Professional Development

We believe in the 70/20/10 learning model, where 70% of your learning comes from performing your everyday tasks and working on different projects, new areas and initiatives to gain new skills. 20% from working with others and mentoring and the rest from formal education.

Hybrid Working

Adapting to the changing world of work around the world.

Purpose-led organization

You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment, with the opportunity to tackle global change through your work.

Supportive and caring culture

We offer opportunities to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, organizes after-work events and informal meetings throughout the year.

Attractive rewards

We focus on work/life balance and offer employees flexible working hours and workplace, annual vacation allowance, competitive pension, insurance, and a global profit share scheme.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

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Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

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Application Process

FAQs

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e. university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing. 

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role. 

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

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Disclaimer

Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.