Sr. Bid & Proposal Specialist - Power Conversion Solutions

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Isle Forest (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Senior Bid & Proposal Specialist in North America to lead the preparation of competitive bids for Power Conversion Solutions projects. You will collaborate with sales, engineering, supply chain and product teams to deliver customer-focused bid packages that balance technical excellence, value, and profitability.

The role emphasizes risk reviews, compliant submissions, and continuous improvement to win opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in tendering, estimating, bid management, or proposal development for systems/projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation of competitive bids, estimates, and quotations.
• Develop customer-focused solutions balancing technical excellence, value, and profitability.
• Coordinate bid activities across engineering, supply chain, sales, product management, and finance.
• Manage technical, commercial, financial, and risk reviews per company standards.
• Support customer and internal technical discussions during proposal development and evaluation stages.
• Identify and mitigate commercial and project risks throughout tendering.
• Analyze tender outcomes and drive continuous improvement to increase win rates.

Skills

Tendering experience

Bids & proposals

Analytical thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Are you ready to help shape the future of sustainable energy? At Hitachi Energy, you will play a pivotal role in delivering winning proposals for advanced Power Conversion Solutions that support renewable energy, energy storage, and grid modernization projects across North America.

As a Senior Bid & Proposal Specialist, you will collaborate with sales, engineering, supply chain, and product teams to develop competitive, customer-focused bids that drive business growth and accelerate the transition to cleaner energy. This is an opportunity to combine your technical expertise, commercial insight, and project coordination skills to influence strategic opportunities from concept through contract award.

In this highly visible role, you will analyze customer requirements, develop innovative and cost-effective solutions, manage risk reviews, and ensure high-quality tender submissions. Every proposal you create contributes to projects that improve efficiency, reduce emissions, and expand access to reliable energy around the world.

If you thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy solving complex challenges, and want to make a meaningful impact on the global energy transition, we invite you to join our diverse and talented team.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead the preparation of competitive bids, estimates, and quotations for Power Conversion Solutions projects.
• Develop customer-focused solutions that balance technical excellence, value, and profitability.
• Coordinate bid activities across engineering, supply chain, sales, product management, and finance teams.
• Manage technical, commercial, financial, and risk review processes in accordance with company standards.
• Support customer and internal technical discussions during proposal development and evaluation stages.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial and project risks throughout the tendering process.
• Analyze tender outcomes and implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase win rates.
• Foster positive customer relationships while promoting a culture of safety, integrity, and collaboration.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in tendering, estimating, bid management, or proposal development for systems and project-based businesses.
• Knowledge of renewable energy, energy storage, power conversion, or related electrical power systems.
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with a solution-oriented mindset.
• Fluency in English required; additional languages such as Spanish or Portuguese are an asset. Authorization to work in the United States or Canada is required.

More About Us

• At Hitachi Energy, you'll help advance a sustainable energy future through innovative technologies that enable cleaner, smarter, and more reliable power systems.
• Join a diverse global organization that invests in continuous learning, career development, and opportunities for international collaboration.
• Be part of a culture built on safety, integrity, inclusion, and empowering people to make a meaningful impact every day.

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