Grid Automation Technical Sales Engineer

Hitachi Rail; Midvaal Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions company is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer to promote and sell distribution automation products. This pivotal role involves driving sales growth and enhancing customer relationships while leveraging technical expertise. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and 5-7 years of experience in technical sales, particularly in power distribution or automation. A strong understanding of compliance standards and excellent communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in technical sales within the power distribution or automation sector.
• Strong knowledge of distribution automation solutions and communication protocols.
• Familiarity with distribution automation solutions and regulatory standards in the energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales of distribution automation products.
• Develop strategies to achieve sales targets.
• Collaborate with teams to tailor offerings to customer needs.

Skills

Technical Sales & Solution Selling

Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Problem-Solving & Negotiation

Excellent communication skills

Understanding customer pain points

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Automation, or related field

Tools

Protection relays

RTUs

Communication products

Job description

A leading energy solutions company is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer to promote and sell distribution automation products. This pivotal role involves driving sales growth and enhancing customer relationships while leveraging technical expertise. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and 5-7 years of experience in technical sales, particularly in power distribution or automation. A strong understanding of compliance standards and excellent communication skills are essential for success in this role.