Dyson IT
At Dyson, we demand the highest performance standards from the technologies we engineer. Our people expect the same from the technology that supports them.
Global IT plays a critical role in enabling Dyson’s engineering teams to deliver world class innovation through scalable, reliable, and forward-thinking digital platforms.
Our RDD IT Team
The RDD IT function has end-to-end accountability for the design, delivery, and support of the systems that enable Dyson’s global research, engineering, and product development communities.
This includes:
Engineering platforms such as PLM (Teamcenter), CAE, simulation, and digital engineering toolingGlobal product development systems and processesDelivery of transformation initiatives and operational IT services across multiple global sitesThe Role
The Technical Product Manager – PLM is responsible for defining, owning, and evolving technical products within the RDD IT landscape, with a particular focus on the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) stack.
Operating within the RDD IT function, this role ensures that PLM product roadmaps are aligned to engineering needs and business priorities, translating complex requirements into structured plans for delivery. You will act as a key interface between engineering stakeholders, solution architects, and delivery teams, ensuring that solutions are robust, scalable, and aligned to industry best practices.
You will work closely with internal teams and external partners to oversee the quality of delivery, drive continuous improvement across product and application lifecycles, and contribute to the long-term evolution of Dyson’s engineering technology landscape.
Principal Accountabilities
Product Strategy & Roadmap
Create and maintain an IT product development roadmap for PLM (Teamcenter) capabilitiesEnsure roadmaps reflect technical thought leadership and industry best practicesAlign product direction to engineering requirements and business prioritiesContinuously review and refine roadmap based on stakeholder input and delivery outcomes
Stakeholder Management & Business Partnership
Act as an ambassador for Global IT across RDD and NPI stakeholder groupsEngage with senior RDD stakeholders, engineers, solution architects, and business process ownersBuild strong working relationships across delivery, support, and engineering teamsEnsure alignment between stakeholder needs and product direction
Delivery Oversight & Quality Assurance
Work within the RDD IT delivery function to oversee quality of technical deliveryEnsure solutions comply with defined standards, policies, and architectural directionCollaborate with delivery teams and external partners to ensure successful executionSupport resolution of delivery challenges and ensure continuous improvement
Platform Ownership & Continuous Improvement
Take joint accountability for the robustness and maturity of PLM platformsSupport and improve product management and application delivery practicesIdentify opportunities to enhance system capabilities and user experienceDrive continuous improvement across product lifecycle and service delivery
Vendor & Partner Management
Work with external strategic partners to bring industry insight and best practiceCollaborate with Legal and Procurement to maximise value from third-party engagementsSupport development of long-term platform capability and vendor strategy
Technology Strategy & Innovation
Support architecture teams and strategic partners in shaping future platform directionContribute to adoption of new technologies and industry trends within RDD ITIdentify opportunities to improve capability through innovation and tooling evolution
Professional Development
Own and drive personal and professional development in line with Dyson frameworksUse internal development tools to assess capability and define growth objectivesContinuously build technical and stakeholder management expertisePerson Specification / Core Competencies
You must possess strong technical product management capability, with the ability to bridge engineering needs and IT delivery. You will demonstrate strong organisational skills, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to manage complexity in a fast-paced engineering environment.
Core Competencies
Strong product management capability within technical or engineering environmentsAbility to translate complex requirements into structured product roadmapsStrong stakeholder management and communication skillsAbility to prioritise and manage competing demands at paceStrong organisational and delivery focus
Essential
Experience managing technical products within engineering or R&D environmentsStrong experience with PLM platforms, particularly Siemens TeamcenterExperience managing change and enhancement within large-scale engineering systemsExperience working across delivery teams, architects, and business stakeholdersExperience contributing to technical strategy and product direction
Desirable
Experience working within global, matrixed organisationsExperience collaborating with external partners and vendorsExposure to engineering toolchains including simulation, CAE, or software development platforms
Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.
