Business Development Manager – Data Centers

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA INC. is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive data center opportunities in the US, building partnerships with hyperscale and colocation customers. You will develop strategies, identify opportunities, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored energy solutions.

The role emphasizes strategic relationship building, market analysis, and representing the company at industry events, with travel up to 25–50% and alignment to our growth objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; MBA preferred.
• 8+ years in business development, sales or account management.
• Strong understanding of data center markets and hyperscale ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute growth strategies for the C&I Data Center market.
• Identify, qualify, and advance opportunities with hyperscale and colocation customers.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering, commercial, legal, and product teams to tailor solutions.
• Analyze market trends and competitive activity to uncover growth opportunities.
• Represent Hitachi Energy at conferences and industry events.
• Deliver market insights to support sales and marketing initiatives.
• Promote innovation and customer value across the data center sector.

Skills

Business Development

Sales

Account Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Job description

## Business Development Manager – Data CentersApply: Virtual: Remote - North Carolina, United States: Full time: Posted Today: R0145559**Location:**Remote - North Carolina, United States**Job ID:**R0145559**Date Posted:**2026-09-29**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY USA INC**Profession (Job Category):**Sales, Marketing & Product Management**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**Yes**Job Description:****The Opportunity**Are you passionate about building strategic partnerships and driving growth in one of the fastest-growing segments of the energy industry? Hitachi Energy is seeking a **Business Development Manager – Data Centers** to help expand our presence across the Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Data Center market. In this high-impact role, you will identify new business opportunities, cultivate trusted customer relationships, and position innovative energy solutions that support the evolving needs of hyperscale and colocation customers.**Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.**As a key contributor to our growth strategy, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop customer-focused solutions, influence market direction, and strengthen Hitachi Energy’s position as a trusted industry leader. This role offers the opportunity to engage with customers, industry experts, and decision-makers while representing our organization at conferences, trade shows, and key industry events. If you are energized by technology, innovation, customer engagement, and the transition toward a more sustainable and digital energy future, this is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact while advancing your career in a global organization.**How You'll Make an Impact*** Develop and execute business development strategies for the C&I Data Center market.* Identify, qualify, and advance opportunities across hyperscale and colocation customers.* Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders.* Collaborate with engineering, commercial, legal, and product teams to deliver tailored solutions.* Analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitive activity to uncover growth opportunities.* Represent Hitachi Energy at industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events.* Prepare and deliver market and segment insights that support sales and marketing initiatives.* Promote innovation, thought leadership, and customer value across the data center sector.**Your Background*** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA preferred.* Minimum of 8 years of experience in business development, sales, or account management within Commercial & Industrial markets.* Demonstrated success in achieving sales targets and delivering sustainable revenue growth.* Strong understanding of data center and C&I market trends, challenges, and technologies.* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to present complex concepts clearly.* Ability and willingness to travel 25–50% for customer meetings and industry events.**More About Us*** At Hitachi Energy, we are advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation, collaboration, and leading-edge technology.* Join a diverse and inclusive global team where continuous learning, fresh perspectives, and shared success are valued.* Benefit from extensive career development opportunities, international exposure, and pathways for long-term professional growth.***Equal Employment Opportunity*** ***(EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities*****Equal Employment Opportunity****Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals****with disabilities.** **Accessibility and reasonable accommodation****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 accommodation channel 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.**