Area Sales Manager - Gas Insulated Switchgear

Hitachi, Ltd.; Mount Pleasant (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Professional Growth

Family Support

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in North America seeks an Area Sales Manager for GIS high voltage breakers to drive growth across key accounts and new markets. You will combine engineering insight with commercial strategy to deliver technically sound solutions that meet customer needs.

You will present at customer meetings, webinars, and product seminars; develop technical and commercial proposals; collaborate with internal teams; and travel ~30%+ to support projects and specifications across the region.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of sales, marketing, or business development experience.
• Experience in the electrical or power systems industry preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge with ability to present to diverse audiences.
• Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel 30% or more.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth across new and existing customers
• Deliver technical expertise on GIS high voltage breaker solutions
• Lead customer presentations, webinars, and product seminars
• Prepare technical and commercial proposals aligned to customer needs
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop winning sales strategies
• Analyze market trends, competitors, and business opportunities
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and partners
• Travel to customer sites and support project and specification development

Skills

Sales experience

Technical knowledge

Customer presentations

Market analysis

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

The opportunity

Step into a dynamic role where technical expertise meets strategic growth. As an Area Sales Manager for Gas Insulated Switchgear High Voltage Breakers at Hitachi Energy, you will play a key role in driving business expansion across the North American market. This is an exciting opportunity to combine your engineering knowledge and commercial insight to deliver impactful solutions that power critical infrastructure. You will collaborate with diverse teams, engage directly with customers, and influence market strategies that strengthen our competitive position. With access to innovative technologies and a global network, you will help shape the future of energy while building strong customer partnerships and delivering measurable results.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

How you'll make an impact

• Drive sales growth across new and existing customers

• Deliver technical expertise on GIS high voltage breaker solutions

• Lead customer presentations, webinars, and product seminars

• Prepare technical and commercial proposals aligned to customer needs

• Collaborate with internal teams to develop winning sales strategies

• Analyze market trends, competitors, and business opportunities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and partners

• Travel to customer sites and support project and specification development

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

• 5+ years of experience in sales, marketing, or business development

• Experience in the electrical or power systems industry preferred

• Strong technical knowledge with ability to present to diverse audiences

• Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills

• Willingness to travel 30% or more

More about us

• Join a global technology leader advancing sustainable energy solutions

• Thrive in a collaborative, inclusive culture focused on innovation

• Grow your career with continuous learning and development opportunities

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans

• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with company match and additional contributions

• Paid Time Off – Flexible PTO, paid holidays

• Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs

• Family Support – Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits

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