Strategic Substation Automation Sales Leader

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.

Raleigh (NC)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 210,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Hitachi Energy seeks an experienced Protection & Automation Sales Leader in Raleigh to drive pre-sales activities, identify strategic opportunities, and promote substation and distribution automation solutions. You will deliver technical presentations to executives and engineers, build strong utility customer relationships, and work across functions to win major pursuits.

The role requires a power systems background, strong communication, and 7+ years in the field, with travel up to 50% and a

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required.
Advanced degree such as an MBA, MSEE, or equivalent preferred.
Minimum 7 years in the power systems industry.
Experience selling protection and control solutions, ideally in utility markets.

Responsibilities

Drive pre-sales activities to achieve and exceed business growth targets.
Identify, develop, and support the closing of strategic sales opportunities.
Promote substation automation, distribution automation, and communication solutions.
Deliver compelling technical presentations to executive, operational, and engineering audiences.
Build trusted relationships with utility customers and key industry stakeholders.
Collaborate across functions to support major customer initiatives and pursuits.
Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and growth opportunities.
Support product evaluations, approvals, and customer adoption programs.