Region Sales Manager - Power Conversion Solutions (Central Region)

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) program

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability insurance

Family care support

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Regional Sales Manager for Power Conversion Solutions (Central Region) to lead utility-scale solar and storage sales across North America. You will build trusted relationships with utilities, IPPs, EPCs, and developers, and drive regional go-to-market strategies in collaboration with product and engineering teams.

You will manage technical evaluations, proposals, and bids, represent Hitachi Energy at industry events, and drive accurate pipeline forecasting, aiming to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems or related field; MBA a plus.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills are essential.
• Strong network in the utility-scale PV and storage markets.
• Experience in global, matrixed organizations with cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle sales efforts for utility-scale solar and storage projects for customers HQ'd in Central Region.
• Build strong relationships with utilities, IPPs, EPCs, and developers.
• Develop and execute regional go-to-market strategies.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to shape solutions.
• Support technical evaluations, proposals, and bid processes.
• Represent Hitachi Energy at key industry events and forums.
• Drive pipeline management and forecasting with precision.
• Position PCS as a trusted, high-quality solution provider.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Industry networking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems

MBA (nice to have)

Job description

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.

Job Description

Regional Sales Manager – Power Conversion Solutions (Central Region)

The Opportunity

At Hitachi Energy, we’re not just powering the grid—we’re transforming it. As a Regional Sales Manager – Power Conversion Solutions, you’ll be at the forefront of the energy transition, helping utilities, developers, and EPCs deploy cutting-edge solar and battery energy storage systems across North America. This is your chance to work with a global leader in Power Conversion Solutions (PCS), delivering high-performance inverter technologies that enable reliable, scalable, and sustainable energy infrastructure.

You’ll be the face of innovation, building trusted relationships and driving strategic growth in a rapidly evolving market. Whether you're engaging with stakeholders at project sites or representing Hitachi Energy at industry events, your work will directly impact the future of clean energy.

If you’re passionate about grid modernization, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to make a real difference in the energy landscape, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Lead full-cycle sales efforts for utility-scale solar and storage projects for customers HQ'd in Central Region


• Build strong relationships with utilities, IPPs, EPCs, and developers


• Develop and execute regional go-to-market strategies


• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to shape solutions


• Support technical evaluations, proposals, and bid processes


• Represent Hitachi Energy at key industry events and forums


• Drive pipeline management and forecasting with precision


• Position PCS as a trusted, high-quality solution provider


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

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems or related field. MBA a plus


• 8–12+ years in technical sales or business development in PCS or related technologies


• Proven success selling into utilities and IPPs at multimillion-dollar levels


• Strong network in the utility-scale PV and storage markets


• Experience in global, matrixed organizations with cross-functional collaboration


• Deep knowledge of power systems and grid interconnection


• Excellent communication and presentation skills


• Must be willing and able to travel up to 50% for customer meetings, site visits and industry events


• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States

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, dental, vision, etc.)


• Financial Wellbeing: Employer-sponsored 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&D Insurance, disability insurance


• Family Care: Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft support, special needs support, and adoption assistance


• Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs including FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday


• Permissive Time Off: No accrued hours, take the time you need


• Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups, tuition reimbursement, and on-demand learning platforms

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

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.

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