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Productive Resources

Product Design Engineer

Stoughton, WI · On-site

$45 - $55/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Line and assigned accounts. * Engineering options and defining bill of materials to complete customer orders on time. * Support all production lines that build the engineers product. Direct or ...

Brenntag

Product Manager

Wauwatosa, WI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Direct & Oversee product code set ups for WTVA in the designated region. * Work in collaboration with WT leadership to develop budgets by product line and ensure each product line meets or exceeds ...

Productive Resources LLC

Product Design Engineer

Stoughton, WI · On-site

$124K - $149K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... Line and assigned accounts. * Engineering options and defining bill of materials to complete customer orders on time. * Support all production lines that build the engineers product. Direct or ...

CentroMotion

Sr. Product Manager

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$126K - $167K/yr

... Direct the implementation of the global product line strategic plan to prioritize and maximize company and product line profitability and investments. • Develop new product business case and ...

CentroMotion

Sr. Product Manager

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$124K - $164K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct the implementation of the global product line strategic plan to prioritize and maximize company and product line profitability and investments. * Develop new product business case and required ...

CentroMotion

Sr. Product Manager

Milwaukee, WI · On-site +1

$124K - $164K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct the implementation of the global product line strategic plan to prioritize and maximize company and product line profitability and investments. * Develop new product business case and required ...

CentroMotion

Sr. Product Manager

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$124K - $164K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Direct the implementation of the global product line strategic plan to prioritize and maximize company and product line profitability and investments. * Develop new product business case and required ...

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How much do product line director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for product line director in Wisconsin is $174,982.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $156,400.00 and $192,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a product line director?

A Product Line Director is a senior management professional responsible for overseeing the strategy, development, and profitability of a specific group of products within an organization. They work closely with cross-functional teams such as marketing, sales, engineering, and finance to ensure the product line meets market needs and achieves business goals. Their responsibilities include setting the vision for the product line, managing the product lifecycle, and making key decisions about product features, pricing, and positioning. Product Line Directors also analyze market trends and customer feedback to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a product line director?

To thrive as a Product Line Director, you need a strong background in product management, business strategy, and market analysis, often supported by a relevant bachelor's or master's degree. Familiarity with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems, financial modeling tools, and data analytics platforms is typically required. Exceptional leadership, cross-functional communication, and decision-making skills set standout candidates apart. These skills are crucial for effectively guiding product strategy, driving revenue growth, and ensuring alignment between market needs and business objectives.

How does a product line director typically collaborate with other departments to drive product success?

A Product Line Director works closely with cross-functional teams including marketing, sales, engineering, and supply chain to ensure product goals are met. They facilitate regular meetings to align on product strategy, address challenges, and track progress against key performance metrics. Effective collaboration ensures that market feedback is incorporated into product development and that launches are well-coordinated. Building strong relationships with these teams is essential for adapting to changing market demands and achieving overall business objectives.

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Infographic showing various Product Line Director job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $174,982 per year, or $84.1 per hour.

Product Line Engineering Manager

Harley-Davidson

Wauwatosa, WI

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Retirement

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Auto req ID: 58524 
Title: Product Line Engineering Manager 
Job Function: Engineering 
Location: PDC
Workplace Category: Onsite 
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company 
Full or Part-Time: Full Time 
Shift: SHIFT1 

In 1903, out of a small shed in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, four young men lit a cultural wildfire that would grow and spread across geographies and generations. Their innovation and imagination for what was possible on two wheels sparked a transportation revolution that would make Harley-Davidson the most recognizable motorcycle brand in the world. Today, we continue to define motorcycle culture, evoking soul-stirring emotion reflected in every product and experience we deliver - like we have for well over a century and will for generations to come. Are you ready to ride with us?

The Harley-Davidson Motor Company Product Development Center (PDC) located in Wauwatosa, WI is home to the mantra – You dream it. We build it. Join our team as a  Product Line Engineering Manager.

Job Summary

The Product Line Engineering (PLE) Manager is the top leader of an LCP program at Harley-Davidson and is accountable to define, gain alignment, and deliver all aspects of the program. They own motorcycle scope, design, and development and are responsible for setting clear expectations aligned with requirements that exceed customer expectations. The PLE Manager will coach, guide, mentor, and empower the Program Leadership Team (PLT) and other program stakeholders to ensure delivery of great motorcycles, accessories, and overall customer riding experience. The PLE Manager is the cross-functional program leader fully accountable for all aspects of its success.

Job Responsibilities
  • Program Scope: 
    • Define program scope definition by partnering with Motorcycle Management, Design Studio, Engineering Vehicle & Systems teams to deliver a vision for the program that achieves its strategic and business objectives with minimal investment of resources, capital, and expense.
  • Program Requirements: 
    • Document compelling How We Win and Table Stakes requirements that define the most critical product attributes to ensure program success, as well as program fences (MY Timing, Vehicle Cost, Investment). Help the team translate program requirements into vehicle, system, and component levels that define what good looks like and focus the team to maximize efficiency and effectiveness. 
  • Product Development: 
    • Lead and prioritize the development activities across the team. Relentlessly maintain the team’s focus on what matters most to ensure the program progresses to plan and that work products meet expectations and will maintain program fences. Ensure solutions that are efficient, durable, and manufacturable and aligned with the program’s intent.
  • Program Operations: 
    • Lead the program’s day-to-day business through the PLT to ensure high quality work products, transparent issue escalation, and robust solutions. Utilize metrics to drive the program and prioritize work to mitigate risk prior to issue realization.
  • Program Communication: 
    • Ensure robust communication up and down the leadership chain so expectations are clear, team members have a rich understanding of context and oversight teams (e.g. PDL) understand high-level status, risks & issues and plans. 
Education Requirements
Bachelor's Degree Required
Education Specifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field is required 
  • Master’s degree in engineering or related field preferred
Experience Requirements
  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant engineering experience.  
  • Broad motorcycle development experience and knowledge.
  • Demonstrated success in leading and delivering high impact motorcycle projects involving complex interactions across cross-functional stakeholders from program definition through production implementation. 
  • Experience operating within a formal product development process and leading program management activities including critical path timelines, program budgets, resource allocation, quality planning, and issue resolution.
  • Demonstrated ability to make robust, lasting decisions and to optimize tradeoffs across multiple stakeholder inputs.
  • Ability to effectively communicate technical and business subjects in a clear, concise manner to multiple levels of the organization and work with diverse global teams both internally and externally. 
  • Experience mentoring others either within or adjacent to your direct supervision. 

The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here. 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Direct Reports: Yes  
Travel Required: 0 - 10%  
Pay Range: $126,500 - $202,400 
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer  
Relocation: This position is eligible for domestic relocation assistance (within posted country)  

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