About the job
At Thorlabs, we are dedicated to enhancing scientific progress through our innovative components, instruments, and systems. We believe in the transformative power of science and innovation to better our world, and we are committed to advancing photonics technologies that benefit our customers, employees, and communities. Through educational outreach and sustainable business practices, we are investing in a brighter future. We value each employee's unique contributions and are on the lookout for talented individuals who will thrive in our dynamic, engaging culture.
The Lab Instrumentation Product Line Manager (PLM) plays a pivotal role within the Office of the CTO (OCTO), responsible for steering the commercial success and strategic direction of Thorlabs’ Lab Instrumentation portfolio. The PLM is tasked with defining and executing product roadmaps, go-to-market strategies, and portfolio optimization initiatives across a defined range of Thorlabs’ benchtop instrumentation offerings, collaborating across multiple Business Units (BUs) and legal entities.
With authority delegated from OCTO, the PLM provides leadership across BUs to ensure alignment with Thorlabs’ corporate strategy, including the “Own the Laser Lab” initiative. This role requires a balance between local BU priorities and global portfolio optimization, ensuring resources are allocated to the most impactful opportunities.
The PLM will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and sales teams to identify growth prospects, enhance product positioning, and drive revenue growth for both standard products and OEM/custom solutions.
This position can be based out of Jessup, MD, Newton, NJ, Ann Arbor, MI, or Lafayette, CO, with occasional travel to other Thorlabs locations expected.

