Technical Sales Specialist

Location:
Singapore, Central Singapore, Singapore
Job ID:
R0137080
Date Posted:
2026-07-17
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.
Profession (Job Category):
Sales, Marketing & Product Management
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
Hitachi Energy is looking for a motivated and customer-focused Technical Sales Specialist to support the growth of our Electrification and Power Quality business. In this role, you will work closely with customers to understand their technical requirements, identify opportunities, and promote solutions that deliver value across utility, industrial, commercial and infrastructure applications.

This position is ideal for an early to mid-career sales professional with a technical background who enjoys building relationships, learning innovative technologies, and contributing to business growth. You will collaborate with customers, channel partners, engineers, and internal stakeholders to develop opportunities and convert them into successful business outcomes.

How You'll Make an Impact

- Support the achievement of sales targets, order intake, and profitable growth within the assigned territory and customer base.

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers, consultants, contractors, EPCs, and channel partners.

- Identify new business opportunities and support account development activities.

- Promote Hitachi Energy's portfolio of electrical, power quality, and energy solutions.

- Understand customer requirements and recommend appropriate technical solutions.

- Prepare technical and commercial proposals in collaboration with engineering and tendering teams.

- Support customer presentations, product demonstrations, and technical discussions.

- Assist with bid and tender activities, including proposal preparation and follow-up.

- Maintain accurate sales forecasts, opportunity pipelines, and customer records in CRM systems.

- Monitor market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities to identify growth opportunities.

- Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure successful project execution and customer satisfaction.

- Ensure compliance with Hitachi Energy's safety, integrity, and sustainability standards.

Your Background

- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Power Engineering, or a related field.

- Approximately 2-5 years of experience in technical sales, application engineering, sales engineering, business development, or customer-facing engineering roles.

- Basic understanding of electrical power systems, switchgear, transformers, protection systems, power quality, or related technologies.

- Strong interest in consultative and solution-based selling.

- Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

- Strong interpersonal, presentation, and relationship-building skills.

- Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple opportunities and priorities.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and CRM tools.

- Willingness to travel as required.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

More About Us
At Hitachi Energy, we are advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry, and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions across the energy value chain. Join a global organization where safety, integrity, collaboration, and innovation drive everything we do.

Hitachi Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation
Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment
As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

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.