Job Overview
Job description
- Location:
- Smithton, PA
- Work arrangement:
- On-site
Role Summary
Step into a dynamic role where technical expertise meets strategic growth. As an Area Sales Manager for Gas Insulated Switchgear High Voltage Breakers at Hitachi Energy, you will play a key role in driving business expansion across the North American market. This is an exciting opportunity to combine your engineering knowledge and commercial insight to deliver impactful solutions that power critical infrastructure. You will collaborate with diverse teams, engage directly with customers, and influence market strategies that strengthen our competitive position. With access to innovative technologies and a global network, you will help shape the future of energy while building strong customer partnerships and delivering measurable results.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
How you'll make an impact
- Drive sales growth across new and existing customers
- Deliver technical expertise on GIS high voltage breaker solutions
- Lead customer presentations, webinars, and product seminars
- Prepare technical and commercial proposals aligned to customer needs
- Collaborate with internal teams to develop winning sales strategies
- Analyze market trends, competitors, and business opportunities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and partners
- Travel to customer sites and support project and specification development
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
- 5+ years of experience in sales, marketing, or business development
- Experience in the electrical or power systems industry preferred
- Strong technical knowledge with ability to present to diverse audiences
- Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills
- Willingness to travel 30% or more
More about us
- Join a global technology leader advancing sustainable energy solutions
- Thrive in a collaborative, inclusive culture focused on innovation
- Grow your career with continuous learning and development opportunities
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
- Retirement Savings - 401(k) with company match and additional contributions
- Paid Time Off - Flexible PTO, paid holidays
- Professional Growth - Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs
- Family Support - Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits
- Apply now
- Current employees apply here
About the Company
More About Us
We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual - fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well-being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.
Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:
You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.
Applicable only for Poland location align with local law regulations - We are committed to full transparency and compliance with all legal requirements, ensuring that every candidate knows exactly what to expect at each stage of the recruitment process. Once the process is successfully completed, we will share detailed information about financial conditions and benefits with the selected candidate. Before signing the employment contract, you will receive all remaining details of the offer, giving you the time and space to review everything carefully
Apply now
Current employees apply here
Competitive salary and incentives
Well-being and care
Paid and unpaid leave
Flexible work options
Benefits that support your financial security
- Role:
- Area Sales Manager - Gas Insulated Switchgear
- Job Type:
- Senior Level | Sales
Company profile
Hitachi Energy
hitachienergy.comHitachi Energy works on the global energy system, aiming to make electricity more sustainable, secure, resilient and affordable and more accessible to all. Its technologies support the expansion and transition of power systems and grids, including HVDC transmission. The company is part of Hitachi Ltd. and traces its heritage to the engineering companies ASEA and Brown Boveri, through its predecessor company ABB. Hitachi Energy is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.
- Headquarters
- Zurich, Switzerland
- Founded
- 2018
- Funding Stage
- Subsidiary
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