Proposal Specialist - System Service

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) with match

Adoption support

Work-life leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Raleigh, NC seeks a Specialist – Service Bids and Proposals to craft technical and commercial service proposals for substation automation opportunities. You will analyze customer specs, generate bids, and prepare long-term service agreements with cost estimates and pricing details.

Requires a BS in Electrical/ET/CE, 3+ years of proposal experience, and strong English writing; knowledge of Spanish/French a plus. Experience with SCADA and substation automation is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Electronic, or Communications Engineering preferred.
• 3+ years preparing technical and commercial service proposals.
• 5+ years in electrical power systems, substation or power automation preferred.
• Experience with SCADA and Substation Automation bid prep desirable.
• Knowledge of electrical power and industrial system applications.
• Understanding of Incoterms and commercial terms.
• Excellent technical English writing; Spanish or French a plus.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Salesforce.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare technical and commercial service proposals for substation systems.
• Follow the proposals process flow and document each stage.
• Review customer specifications to compile bid information.
• Use internal systems for proposal generation and data storage.
• Prepare long-term service agreements covering spares and audits.
• Complete cost estimates for new bids and contract changes.
• Develop commercial agreements and pricing spreadsheets; coordinate legal reviews.
• Support monthly reports and update marketing databases.

Skills

Strong communication

Technical English

Cross-functional teamwork

Microsoft Office

Spanish or French

Salesforce familiarity

Education

Electrical/Electronic/Communications Eng

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Job Description:

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a global leader in Substation Automation and Communication Solutions? Hitachi Energy is looking for a dynamic Specialist – Service Bids and Proposals to join our team in Raleigh, NC. In this role, you'll leverage your technical expertise and business acumen to prepare comprehensive proposals and service agreements for a range of service opportunities. You'll be at the forefront of our efforts to deliver cutting-edge solutions to our clients, ensuring their needs are met with precision and efficiency. If you're passionate about innovation and eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

How You'll Make an Impact

• Plan and prepare technical and commercial service proposals for substation automation systems.
• Follow the Systems proposals process flow and document each stage.
• Review and analyze customer specifications to compile information for bids.
• Utilize internal systems for proposal generation and data storage.
• Prepare long-term service agreements covering strategic spares, audits, and more.
• Complete cost estimates for new bids and contract changes.
• Develop commercial agreements, pricing spreadsheets, and coordinate legal reviews.
• Support in preparing monthly reports and updating marketing databases.

Your Background

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Communications Engineering preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience preparing technical and commercial service proposals
• Over five years of experience in the electrical power systems field, particularly in substation or power automation systems.(Preferred)
• Experience with SCADA and Substation Automation bid preparation is desirable.
• Knowledge of electrical power and industrial system applications.
• Understanding of commercial terms and conditions, including Incoterms.
• Excellent technical English writing skills; knowledge of Spanish or French is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with tools like Salesforce.

More About Us

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules):

• Health Care: medical (PPO, CDHP with HSA, HMO), dental, and vision
• Financial Wellbeing: 401(k) with generous match, life and disability insurance
• Family Care: legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft support, and adoption assistance
• Work-Life: enhanced leave programs including parental, adoption, vacation, and holiday
• Employee Engagement and Development: ERGs, tuition reimbursement, and more

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals

with disabilities.

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