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Location: Remote - United States Job ID: R0122719 Date Posted: 2026-05-21 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: Yes Job Description: Step into a dynamic role where strategy meets collaboration and every bid shapes future success. As a Tendering and Proposal Specialist, you will play a key role in transforming customer needs into competitive, high-quality proposals that drive growth and strengthen market position. You will work at the intersection of sales, engineering, and operations—bringing together insights, data, and expertise to craft winning solutions. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines. Every day offers variety—from analyzing tender requirements and building pricing strategies to collaborating across teams and engaging with customers. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex challenges, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is motivated by delivering impactful results. You will also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, helping refine processes and strengthen overall tendering excellence. If you are looking to develop your commercial and technical expertise while making a visible impact on business outcomes, this opportunity offers the perfect platform to grow. How you'll make an impact Review tender documents to understand customer requirements and scope Prepare accurate, competitive quotations using cost analysis and benchmarks Coordinate with cross-functional teams to gather technical and commercial inputs Manage tender timelines to ensure high-quality, on-time submissions Analyze bid opportunities and contribute to bid/no-bid decisions Identify and assess risks in bids, contracts, and estimates Maintain clear, compliant documentation and perform quality checks Engage with customers to clarify requirements and support a positive experience Your background Degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field Minimum 3 years of experience in tendering, bids, or quotation preparation Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret technical and market data Proficiency in Microsoft Office and tendering/CRM tools Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration skills High attention to detail with strong organizational abilities More about us Be part of a global team driving sustainable energy solutions and innovation Access continuous learning opportunities and career growth pathways Collaborate in an inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and ideas Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response. Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. E-mail us for data privacy inquiries or technical support.