About Torus
Torus is a pioneering, sustainable energy solutions company based in Utah, dedicated to revolutionizing renewable energy storage and management. Our mission is to empower communities to become their own sustainable energy providers.
We are driven by a deep-rooted commitment to sustainability and community. We tackle critical challenges facing the American energy landscape. Our advanced Torus Spin Flywheel™ technology charges and discharges electricity 16 times faster than traditional batteries, ensuring rapid response to grid demands and enhancing energy efficiency.
Our advanced manufacturing, research, and development facilities in South Salt Lake and Springville, Utah drive continuous innovation, and our commitment to American manufacturing ensures quality and reliability. Join us at Torus and be part of an exciting team that is transforming the energy landscape.
About the Role
Torus is hiring a Product Manager - Hardware who is strategic and technically adept to lead the development and lifecycle of products in energy storage and energy management. The Product Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping solutions that optimize energy use, integrate with renewable generation, and support grid resilience and decarbonization goals. Working closely with engineering, sales, operations, and external partners, Product Managers ensure that each product meets performance, reliability, and cost targets while advancing the company’s mission. The ideal candidate will align product development with market needs, regulatory standards, and evolving technology trends to drive innovation, customer satisfaction, and business growth.
Responsibilities
- Define and own product requirements for physical energy storage components.
- Guide prototyping, testing, and validation in collaboration with R&D and engineering.
- Ensure compliance with safety and performance certifications (UL, NFPA, IEC, etc.).
- Manage BOM cost targets, lifecycle planning, and product versioning.
- Define product requirements for energy storage hardware, including flywheels, batteries, inverters, and control units.
- Coordinate with engineering and manufacturing teams to oversee product design, prototyping, and performance validation.
- Monitor industry certifications, compliance standards (UL, IEC, etc.), and manage lifecycle planning for physical components.
- Other duties and projects as assigned.
Required Experience
- 5–10+ years of experience in product management, systems engineering, or hardware development—preferably in energy storage, power systems, or related fields.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and a strong technical background in mechanical and/or electrical engineering.
- Hands-on experience with physical products, including working closely with design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing teams.
- Familiarity with role specific compliance standards such as UL, IEC, and NFPA, especially as they relate to energy products, safety, and grid integration.
- Experience managing product lifecycle and cost targets, including BOM management, revision control, and manufacturing ramp-up.
- Comfortable working across cross-functional teams, including R&D, operations, supply chain, and external vendors.
- Clear communication skills, with the ability to translate technical constraints into product decisions and stakeholder tradeoffs.
- Experience in fast-paced, iterative hardware environments, ideally in a startup or growth-stage company.
Preferred Experience
- Experience in energy storage, power systems, or related fields
- Advanced Engineering degree
Our Perks & Benefits
- Employee Rewards Package including equity
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Health Benefits Package: Choice between traditional PPO or HSA eligible medical plans; Dental insurance; and Vision insurance
- Human-centered Paid Time Off (based on employment status) including unlimited discretionary PTO; 10-days paid company holidays; Waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave.
- Torus paid Life with option to purchase additional coverage
- Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Peer Recognition Program
Additional Details
- Must have the ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
- Must be capable of standing, bending, and executing repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
- Ability to read, identify, observe and recognize details, color-coding and fine print at close range on associated engineering drawings.
- Ability to occasionally don personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, respiratory protective equipment with proper seal, coveralls, ear protection, gloves, eye protection & safety helmet.
- Ability to observe, detect and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings.
- Ability to communicate information so others can understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Must report to work reliably and with the ability to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute your job.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required.