Application Sales Engineer and Technical Trainer in Roigheim

Location: Roigheim, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Job ID: R0023866

Date Posted: 2023-06-21

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY GERMANY AG

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description: 0 Application Sales Engineer and Technical Trainer Product Line Insulation & Components Europe

Hitachi Energy is a pioneering technology leader that is helping to increase access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. We bring power to your home, keep the factories running, our hospitals and schools open. Come as you are and prepare to get better as you learn from others. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and plug into a team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Innovation

We are looking for an experienced Application Engineer and Technical Trainer. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting the full insulation & components portfolio within Europe. This role will be based in our insulation factory in Roigheim – Germany with the possibility to work also partly on home-office.

Your responsibilities:

• Responsible for providing technical trainings to 3rd party customers on the full Insulation and Components portfolio: bushings, on-load tap changers, measuring and safety devices, digital and insulation.
• Support 3rd party transformer OEMs on reviewing end user specifications at the pre-tender stage as well as during project execution.
• Support also utilities in defining their specifications of public tenders.
• Liaise with supply side engineering teams on complex engineering projects, propose technically feasible solutions to the customers.
• Participate in exhibitions, conferences and other Marketing events in order to provide extended technical support and training on the product samples.
• Update training documentation, develop and standardize the training material and make it accessible to the customer and internally.
• Feeding of Market Intelligence to PGUs, GPG and GPMs.
• Support from a technical point of view on new leaflets and brochures.
• Collaborate with Hitachi Energy Sales channels and also 3rd parties on Service projects and prepare the project RFQs for supply side engineering teams.
• Support 3rd party customers on getting certiciation from our factories on Components after-sales service.
• Set up periodical trainings for HUB Europe TCS demand side team in order to elevate/maintain their product knowledge.
• Support also the technical training of Hitachi Energy transformer factories in Europe.
• Create synergies between PGUs in order to increase share of wallet.
• Willingness to travel within Europe (up to 50%).

Your background:

• Degree (Bachelor or Master) in a technical discipline, ideally Electrical or Mechanical engineering. Any other further qualification in business administration or economics will be considered an asset.
• More than 5 years of experience in a similar application engineering or technical training role.
• Experience in understanding and influencing utilities’ specifications is a must.
• Market as well as product knowledge in the field of power transformers or distribution transformers insulation and components is essential.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, customer-focused mindset.
• Ability to establish and manage long-term customer relationships.
• Excellent planning and organization skills.
• Sound knowledge of MS Office and CRM, preferably Salesforce.
• Business fluent in English, spoken and written, knoledge of German language will be considered an advantage.

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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