Technical Design Sales Specialist - Power Systems Application Engineering 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
Location Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America;
Saint‑Laurent, Quebec, Canada;
Remote - Quebec, Canada
Job type Full time
Experience Experienced
Job function Sales, Marketing & Product Management
Contract Regular
Publication date 2026-07-14
Reference number R0135595
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