Technical Design Sales Specialist - Power Systems Application Engineering

Location: Raleigh, North Carolina, United States Job ID: R0135595 Date Posted: 2026-07-14 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Sales, Marketing & Product Management Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: THE OPPORTUNITY Hitachi Energy is a pioneering technology leader helping to increase access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all. From keeping lights on and factories running to supporting hospitals and schools, our solutions positively impact more than three‑quarters of the world’s population. With over 100 years of engineering heritage and a strong commitment to diversity, we balance social, environmental, and economic values to support a more sustainable society. Today, more than 40,000 colleagues across 90+ countries are shaping the future of energy together. In this role, you will provide pre‑sales technical expertise to support the sales organization and contribute directly to the success of substation solutions like STATCOM, E-STATCOM, Fixed or Thyristor-Controlled Series Capacitors, Battery Energy Storage Solutions, Synchronous Compensators, and other Substation solutions for transmission applications. You will bring deep technical knowledge in a focused product line and collaborate across teams to deliver optimized, customer‑centric solutions throughout the sales and tendering process. This position may also include ongoing customer support, ensuring long‑term value from commissioned systems. HOW YOU’LL MAKE AN IMPACT * Build and maintain long‑term relationships with customers and key stakeholders to understand needs and deliver value‑driven solutions * Support sales through technical expertise, presentations, and in‑depth product demonstrations * Contribute to efficient marketing activities and articulate strong technical value propositions * Collaborate closely with customers, ISOs, consultants, and internal stakeholders throughout the sales process * Act as technical coordinator for tenders and remain accountable for the technical solution * Identify optimized technical solutions by working across the global Hitachi Energy FACTS network * Create added value by leveraging experience from installed projects and innovation initiatives * Support and participate in conferences, seminars, publications, and market‑facing events YOUR BACKGROUND * Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, preferably with a focus on Power Systems * Minimum of 10 years of experience in solution design during tender or project working in FACTS or Substation Solutions. * Authorization to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States * Extensive experience with FACTS system design, analysis, simulations, and calculations * Hands‑on knowledge of tools such as PSSE, PSCAD/EMTDC, RTDS, and similar platforms * Experience with VSC‑based converter technologies and MACH® control systems * Background in commissioning, site testing, and routine or type testing of main components * Strong ability to manage deadlines, budgets, and complex technical interfaces * Excellent communication and presentation skills in English and willingness to travel up to 40–50% across NAM MORE ABOUT US * Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life, and disability coverage * Competitive pension plan with employer contributions and a bonus program * Flexible work‑from‑home policy, wellness programs, and employee assistance resources Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Equal Employment Opportunity Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. 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Provide pre-sales technical expertise for substation solutions such as STATCOM and Battery Energy Storage to support the sales organization. Act as the technical coordinator for tenders and build long-term relationships with customers and stakeholders to deliver value-driven solutions.

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 10 years of experience in solution design for FACTS or Substation Solutions. Must be proficient in tools like PSSE and PSCAD, with a willingness to travel 40-50% across North America.

• Medical Coverage • Dental Coverage • Life Coverage • Disability Coverage • Pension Plan • Bonus Program • Flexible Work-from-home Policy • Wellness Programs • Employee Assistance Resources

• Project managementPreferred

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• FACTS System Design
• Power Systems Analysis
• PSSE
• PSCAD/EMTDC
• RTDS
• VSC-based Converter Technologies
• MACH Control Systems
• Substation Solutions
• Technical Sales
• Tendering
• Commissioning
• Site Testing
• Electrical Engineering
• Customer Relationship Management
• Technical Presentations
• Project Management

• Engineering
• Energy
• Sales
• Technology
• Consulting

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

10+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Location requirements

Country, United States of America