Technical Sales Consultant

The Opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy’s Service Business as a Technical Sales Consultant, where you’ll bridge the gap between our sales teams and customers within your specified region. In this role, you’ll travel to customer sites, identify and develop service opportunities, and deliver solutions for power transformers and high-voltage (HV) breakers. Your expertise in technical competencies, especially in assembly, digital monitoring equipment, electrical testing, controls, repairs, modifications, LTC’s, oil processing, oil testing, and breaker mechanisms—will be essential as you help customers define project scopes, review technical specifications, and ensure the reliability and modernization of the power grid.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Lead on-site assessments and technical consultations to identify service opportunities and develop tailored solutions for grid assets.
• Provide technical support on electrical testing, controls, and oil processing to support customer decision-making.
• Collaborate with engineering, safety, and planning teams to deliver seamless project execution and customer satisfaction.
• Provide technical support on proposals, scopes, and quotes that address customer needs and drive service sales growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in utilities, EPCs, and industrial sectors.
• Provide technical support on field activities, generate detailed reports, and maintain accurate records in CRM systems.
• Represent Hitachi Energy at industry events, sharing insights and building market presence.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
  
  

Your background

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience working in the field on transformers and high-voltage breakers, preferably with at least 4 years as a field crew leader.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office; ability to learn and use CRM platforms such as Salesforce.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a customer-focused approach.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites (50-60% travel) and operate company vehicle/equipment, comfortable working in substation environments.
  
  
  

More About Us

At Hitachi Energy, you’ll collaborate with industry experts, work with cutting-edge grid technologies, and have meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth.

• Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy.
• A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry.
• Access to learning platforms and career development programs.
• Competitive health and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave and flexible work arrangements.
  
  

Pay Transparency Notice (California Applicants Only)

The expected salary range for this position is $114,000 to $150,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors including experience, education, and location. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation such as bonuses or incentives, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.

Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to encouraging inclusion in the workplace.

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