Solution Sales Engineer (Transformer / Medium Voltage Switchgear / Electrical Distribution Solutions)

CHINT; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CHINT Singapore APAC is seeking a commercially-minded Electrical Engineer to lead end-to-end tendering for MV transformers, switchgear and integrated solutions. You will convert technical requirements into winning proposals while aligning pricing with factory capabilities and client expectations.

In this full-time role, you will leverage your network, coordinate with engineering and project teams, and drive sales opportunities across data centers, renewables, utilities, and infrastructure

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering is a must.
• 1–3 years of experience in the electrical industry; open to candidates from site, design, or testing backgrounds who want to pivot into a commercial role.
• Tendering capability with exposure to BQs, SLD interpretation, and technical compliance tables.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn the complexities of power distribution equipment.
• Professional writing and presentation skills for drafting winning proposals and conducting client demonstrations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to understand customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of technical and commercial bids for MV switchgear and transformer projects, reviewing tender specs and sizing equipment.
• Implement effective sales strategies to promote CHINT’s portfolio to achieve revenue growth.
• Serve as the technical point of contact for contractors and EPCs with tailored engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with factory/headquarters on pricing, cost-benefit analyses, and value engineering to win bids.
• Identify and prospect potential clients in data centers, renewables, utilities, and infrastructure to build a robust sales pipeline.
• Ensure seamless handover of won tenders to Project Management with complete technical and commercial documentation.

Skills

Tendering

Proposal writing

Sales strategy

Technical solutioning

Cost estimation

Client engagement

Project handover

Education

Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Tools

BQs (Bills of Quantities)

SLD interpretation

MS Excel

Job description

To drive CHINT’s market presence within the medium voltage (MV) and electrical distribution domain. You will be responsible for identifying business opportunities and managing the end-to-end tendering process for transformers, switchgear, and integrated solutions. This role is designed for a technically-grounded individual with an Electrical Engineering background who is eager to master both the commercial and technical aspects of large-scale electrical projects.

You will have a great opportunity to utilize your existing industry networks and contribute your skillsets in business development, strategic thinking, and sales.

The roll is s full time position based our Singapore APAC headquarters office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Tendering & Proposal Management: Lead the preparation of technical and commercial bids for MV switchgear and transformer projects. This includes reviewing tender specifications, performing equipment sizing, and ensuring compliance with client requirements.


• Sales Execution: Implement effective sales strategies to promote CHINT’s portfolio, including E-houses and package substations, to achieve revenue growth.


• Technical Solutioning: Act as the technical point of contact for contractors and EPCs, providing tailored engineering solutions that meet project-specific needs.


• Costing & Estimation: Collaborate with the factory and headquarters to obtain competitive pricing, conduct cost-benefit analyses, and manage the \"Value Engineering\" process to win bids.


• Client Engagement: Identify and prospect potential clients in key sectors like datacenters, renewables, utilities, and infrastructure, building a robust sales pipeline.


• Project Handover: Ensure a seamless transition of won tenders to the Project Management team, providing all necessary technical documentation and commercial clarity.

Requirements:

• Education: Degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering is a must.


• Experience: Minimum 1–3 years of experience in the electrical industry. We welcome candidates from site, design, or testing backgrounds who wish to pivot into a commercial role.


• Tendering Capability (A Plus): Prior exposure to or a strong interest in the tendering process, including experience with BQs (Bills of Quantities), SLD (Single Line Diagram) interpretation, and technical compliance tables.


• Aptitude: High degree of adaptability and a strong willingness to learn the complexities of power distribution equipment


• Communication: Professional writing and presentation skills are essential for drafting winning proposals and conducting client demonstrations.


• Attributes: Strong attention to detail, especially when reviewing complex technical specifications and customer requirements. Position requires a high degree of adaptability and professionalism to increase the visibility, profile and reputation of the organisation.


• Strong passion for delivering results and having attention to detail especially with understanding the customers real requirements.