Technical Sales Engineer

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Hitachi Energy Ireland has an exciting opportunity for a Technical Sales Engineer, you will drive sales of High Voltage Switchgear and Transformers Products, focusing on volume, mix, and profitability targets. You will build strong relationships with our established customer base and identify new market opportunities, and ensure a seamless sales process aligned with Hitachi Energy’s strategy.

Location: Ireland (Remote) with some travel required as per Project needs.

(Please note we are unable to provide visa support for this position)

How you'll make an impact:

• Sales & Profitability: Assist in driving sales by promoting transformer and High Voltage Switchgear products, ensuring optimal volume and profitability.
• Customer Engagement: Develop and maintain strong customer relationships, understand their needs, and deliver tailored solutions for a positive experience.
• Sales Planning: Create and manage sales plans using internal tools; monitor progress and implement recovery strategies when needed.
• Value Creation: Use effective sales techniques to ensure successful deals, aligning proposals with company offerings and terms.
• Marketing & Promotion: Support marketing efforts and communicate value propositions effectively to customers.
• Market Development: Identify and pursue new market opportunities, fostering cross-functional collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Sales Administration: Handle administrative tasks, support collections, and assist with project management as required.
• Offer Management: Prepare competitive offers in coordination with internal teams, ensuring technical and financial accuracy.

Your Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; or suitable relevant work experience.
• Proven experience in electrical industry and front-end roles within the High Voltage market, including sales or sales management.
• Strong technical foundation with a degree or relevant qualification; deep knowledge of the electrical industry, customer segments, and Hitachi Energy’s offerings.
• Skilled in managing multiple quotes simultaneously, with a focus on customer communication and timely updates.
• Demonstrated ability to develop client-focused solutions, drive new business creatively, and deliver results in a competitive environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including listening, negotiation, presentation, and both verbal and written communication.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently in a results-driven setting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Salesforce; capable of motivating and delegating within a team to execute tasks effectively.
• Full clean Irish Drivers license

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary package
• 24 days holidays, plus bank holidays
• Excellent company pension and wide-ranging benefits schemes.
• Top quality H&S culture alongside comprehensive training and personal development programmes.
• Generous bonus scheme.
• Inclusive Work Environment: We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

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We offer fantastic opportunities to work on dynamic, high-impact and cutting-edge industry initiatives that are making a crucial impact to society whilst also offering the vibrancy of working within a world-leading global organization.

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