Regional Technical Sales Consultant - US Northeast Region

HITACHI ENERGY CZECH REPUBLIC S.R.O.; South Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Technical Sales Consultant to bridge sales and customer needs across the Northeast United States. You will travel to sites, identify service opportunities, and deliver solutions for transformers and HV breakers, while ensuring project scopes align with specifications.

The role requires 10+ years in the field, strong blueprint literacy, and the ability to travel 50-60%. A technical degree is preferred and candidates must have work authorization for the U.S.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree preferred.
• 10+ years in field work on transformers and HV breakers; leadership experience.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
• Proficient with MS Office and CRM platforms such as Salesforce.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site assessments and technical consultations to identify service opportunities.
• Provide technical support on electrical testing, controls, and oil processing.
• Collaborate with engineering, safety, and planning teams for project execution.

Skills

Technical communication

CRM (Salesforce)

Blueprint interpretation

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree preferred

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: South Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

The Opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy's Service Business as a Technical Sales Consultant, where you'll bridge the gap between our sales teams and customers across the Northeast US region. In this role, you'll travel to customer sites, identify and develop service opportunities, and deliver solutions for power transformers and high-voltage (HV) breakers. Your expertise in technical competencies, especially in assembly, digital monitoring equipment, electrical testing, controls, repairs, modifications, LTC's, oil processing, oil testing, and breaker mechanisms-will be essential as you help customers define project scopes, review technical specifications, and ensure the reliability and modernization of the power grid. Candidates currently based in the Northeast regions are strongly preferred.

Preferred Locations: New Brunswick, NJ Mt. Pleasant, PA

How you'll make an impact

• Lead on-site assessments and technical consultations to identify service opportunities and develop tailored solutions for grid assets.
• Provide technical support on electrical testing, controls, and oil processing to support customer decision-making.
• Collaborate with engineering, safety, and planning teams to deliver seamless project execution and customer satisfaction.
• Provide technical support on proposals, scopes, and quotes that address customer needs and drive service sales growth.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in utilities, EPCs, and industrial sectors.
• Provide technical support on field activities, generate detailed reports, and maintain accurate records in CRM systems.
• Represent Hitachi Energy at industry events, sharing insights and building market presence.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required, technical related degree or diploma preferred.
• Minimum 10+ years' experience working in the field on transformers and high-voltage breakers, preferably with at least 4+ years as a field crew leader or Technical degree.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office; ability to learn and use CRM platforms such as Salesforce.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a customer-focused approach.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites (50-60% travel) and operate company vehicle/equipment, comfortable working in substation environments.

More about us

• At Hitachi Energy, you'll collaborate with industry experts, work with cutting-edge grid technologies, and have meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy.
• A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry.
• Access to learning platforms and career development programs.
• Competitive health and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave and flexible work arrangements.

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.

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