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Product Manager (Mechanical Engineering Background) Join to apply for the Product Manager (Mechanical Engineering Background) role at Sidekick This range is provided by Sidekick. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range CA$90,000.00/yr - CA$100,000.00/yr Hybrid (Toronto) | Full-Time | $90,000-$100,000 CAD + Performance-Based Bonus Our Core Values Results Oriented you own the outcome and do whatever it takes to deliver it. Effective Above All we focus on the highest-leverage work and make it count. Best in Class we hold elite standards; good enough isnt. Customer-Obsessed every decision is made in service of the customers success. About Sidekick At Sidekick, our mission is simple: help people recover faster from persistent injuries. Trusted by Olympic champions and everyday individuals, our products have been featured in Mens Health, Running Magazine, and more. With 94% of users reporting relief from chronic pain, were on a mission to become the goto injury relief brand. About the Role As we continue to grow, were looking for a Product Manager to lead the development of innovative products that support injury relief and muscle strengthening. Youll be responsible for creating unique and effective solutions that stand out in function and design. A mechanical engineering background is essential, along with experience developing both hard and soft goods. Key Responsibilities 1) Concept Exploration Ideate and explore new product concepts based on product briefs Synthesize insights from physiotherapists, engineers, marketing, and manufacturing into product concepts. 2) Product Development Own the product vision and collaborate with engineering, marketing, and manufacturing to execute it. Manage timelines, ensure alignment, and oversee manufacturability and cost-effectiveness. 3) Prototyping, Testing & Validation Build and Iterate Across Fidelity Levels : Create and refine low-, mid-, and high-fidelity prototypes at different stages of development to evaluate fit, function, and overall usability. 3D Modeling & Printing : Use basic CAD and desktop 3D printing to support rapid iterations and move progressively toward production-ready designs. HandsOn and User Testing : Test prototypes in-house and with real users to gather performance, comfort, and usability insights. Incorporate Feedback : Run interviews and surveys, synthesize feedback, and apply learnings to inform design improvements. Validate for Production : Ensure final prototypes meet quality, durability, and manufacturability standards before handoff to manufacturing. Skills & Experience Creative Product Ideation : Generates innovative product concepts that align with product briefs and user needs. CrossFunctional Collaboration : Strong communicator who works effectively with engineering, marketing, design, and manufacturing teams. Attention to Detail : Able to dive deep into product designsdown to the nuts and boltswhile also zooming out to ensure alignment with the overall product vision and strategy. Materials & Manufacturing Knowledge : Experienced in developing both hard and soft goods using a variety of materials and manufacturing methods. 3D CAD Proficiency : Capable of creating basic 3D models to support prototyping and design iterations. Prototyping & 3D Printing : Builds quick prototypes using offtheshelf parts and 3D printing to test fit and function. User Testing & Feedback Loops : Skilled at organizing user tests, gathering insights, and applying feedback to improve product iterations. The ideal fit We are looking for someone who possesses these traits: ResultsOriented : A relentless focus on the results (in this case, creating winning products, fast). Ownership Mindset : Takes full responsibility for product outcomes and remains accountable for successes and setbacks. Critical Thinking : Evaluates problems logically, balancing cost, function, and manufacturability to propose practical solutions. Curiosity : Asks insightful questions, dives deep into challenges, and continuously seeks knowledge to improve outcomes. Creative Thinking : Brings innovative, outofthebox ideas to solve design and manufacturing challenges effectively. Attention to Detail : Understands the importance of precision in product design, ensuring quality and usability. HandsOn Prototyping Experience : Comfortable building quick mockups using 3D printing and offtheshelf materials to test ideas early. Bonus: Proficiency in Chinese to communicate directly with suppliers and factories. Competitive compensation + Performancebased bonus Dedicated, collaborative, and supportive colleagues Fastpaced, dynamic environment The opportunity to lead the development of entire product lines Hybrid with workfromhome days To apply Please fill in the form to apply: https://sidekicktool.typeform.com/to/R0gwOO4i All applicants who have not filled in the form will not be considered. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Product Management and Marketing Industries Retail Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sidekick by 2x #J-18808-Ljbffr