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Job Overview The Product Development Specialist V is responsible for conceptualizing, developing, and bringing innovative products to market. This role requires a blend of creativity, analytical skills, and market understanding. The Product Development Specialist V will work closely with various departments across Hubbell, conduct market research, identify consumer needs, and guide product development from ideation to launch. A Day In The Life Every day at Hubbell is different and you’ll contribute in many ways. On any given day, you’ll make a difference by: • Conduct comprehensive market research to identify customer needs, market trends, and competitor activities • Generating innovative ideas for new products or enhancements based on market insights and consumer demands • Managing the product development lifecycle, including design, prototyping, testing, and final product release • Working closely with engineering and design teams to translate requirements into tangible product features • Identifying and mitigating potential risks or obstacles throughout the product development process • Conducting product testing, collecting feedback, and iterating on product designs for improvements • Preparing regular reports on project status, milestones achieved, and any deviations from the plan • Communicating effectively with stakeholders, presenting product plans, progress updates, and strategies • Ensuring products comply with industry regulations, standards, and safety requirements throughout the development process • Identifying opportunities for product optimization, enhancements, or new iterations based on customer feedback and market changes. What will help you thrive in this role? • Bachelor’s Degree in Product Design, Engineering, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field • 9+ years of experience in product development, new product introduction, or a related field (required) • Ability to translate market insights onto actionable product development plans (required) • Familiarity with technical aspects of product development (required) • Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools • Strong problem-solving abilities to address challenges and find innovative solutions during the development process • Capacity to manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize tasks effectively • Innovative thinking and creativity • Understanding of industry standards, regulations, and compliance requirements related to product development and safety #LI-EC1 Hubbell Incorporated Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently. The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses. We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe. Hubbell Electrical Solutions Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. HES provides the critical components that allow operators of buildings, factories and other industrial infrastructure to connect, protect, wire and manage power. Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class. The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.

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Job Overview
A Day In The Life
Every day at Hubbell is different and you’ll contribute in many ways. On any given day, you’ll make a difference by:
Conduct comprehensive market research to identify customer needs, market trends, and competitor activities
Generating innovative ideas for new products or enhancements based on market insights and consumer demands
Managing the product development lifecycle, including design, prototyping, testing, and final product release
Working closely with engineering and design teams to translate requirements into tangible product features
Identifying and mitigating potential risks or obstacles throughout the product development process
Conducting product testing, collecting feedback, and iterating on product designs for improvements
Preparing regular reports on project status, milestones achieved, and any deviations from the plan
Communicating effectively with stakeholders, presenting product plans, progress updates, and strategies
Ensuring products comply with industry regulations, standards, and safety requirements throughout the development process
Identifying opportunities for product optimization, enhancements, or new iterations based on customer feedback and market changes.
What will help you thrive in this role?
Bachelor’s Degree in Product Design, Engineering, Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field
9+ years of experience in product development, new product introduction, or a related field (required)
Ability to translate market insights onto actionable product development plans (required)
Familiarity with technical aspects of product development (required)
Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools
Strong problem-solving abilities to address challenges and find innovative solutions during the development process
Capacity to manage multiple projects concurrently and prioritize tasks effectively
Innovative thinking and creativity
Understanding of industry standards, regulations, and compliance requirements related to product development and safety
Hubbell Incorporated

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