What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Sales Expert - Components position at Hitachi Energy?
Are you a strategic thinker with deep technical expertise and a passion for customer engagement? Join Hitachi Energy as our Technical Sales Expert - Transformer Components and play a pivotal role in driving growth and innovation across North America.
In this role, you'll lead the technical sales and product homologation efforts for our Alamo, TN-based transformer components portfolio. From identifying new opportunities to securing end-user approvals, you'll be at the forefront of shaping our market presence and ensuring our products meet the highest standards of performance and compliance.
Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
How You'll Make an Impact
Lead technical sales efforts from opportunity identification to order booking
Manage the full product homologation and end-user approval process
Provide expert technical support and product knowledge to customers and internal teams
Develop and execute sales strategies aligned with business goals
Coordinate product testing and documentation for regulatory compliance
Act as a liaison with regulatory bodies and testing laboratories
Analyze market trends and competitor offerings to identify growth opportunities
Build strong relationships with end users to ensure satisfaction and gather feedback
This role requires up to 50% travel.
Your Background
Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field
Minimum 8 years of experience in technical sales, preferably in transformer bushings
Strong technical knowledge of transformer components and construction
Experience with homologation and regulatory compliance processes
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
Ability to collaborate across functions and work in a global environment
Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally
More About Us
At Hitachi Energy, we're committed to powering a sustainable future through innovation and collaboration
We offer global career growth, continuous learning, and a culture that values integrity, safety, and inclusion
Join a team where your expertise drives real-world impact and customer success
Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. We welcome you to apply and want you to know that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizen status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veterans' status or any other legally protected characteristic.