Proposal Specialist System Service

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Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a global leader in Substation Automation and Communication Solutions

Hitachi Energy is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Specialist - Proposals and Business Development to join our Grid Automation team in Raleigh this role you will be responsible for developing technical and commercial proposals for utility renewable energy industrial and data center customers throughout North America. You will work closely with engineering project management sales supply chain legal and leadership teams to create winning solutions that meet customer requirements while supporting Hitachi Energys strategic growth objectives.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to combine technical knowledge commercial insight and project coordination skills while contributing directly to the success of high-profile power system automation projects.

• Lead the preparation of technical and commercial proposals for Substation Automation SCADA RTU Communication Cybersecurity and Digital Substation solutions.
• Review customer RFQs specifications contracts and technical requirements to develop compliant and competitive proposals.
• Coordinate with engineering operations supply chain legal and project execution teams to define scope pricing schedules and project risks.
• Develop proposal cost estimates pricing models commercial offers and executive summaries.
• Prepare bid documentation exceptions and clarifications scope descriptions assumptions and risk assessments.
• Support contract negotiations and customer discussions during the proposal phase.
• Maintain proposal records opportunity data and supporting documentation within Salesforce and other business systems.
• Participate in customer meetings bid reviews and internal risk review processes.
• Support development of long-term service agreements lifecycle management solutions modernization projects and strategic spare parts programs.
• Drive continuous improvement of proposal tools templates processes and best practices.
• Collaborate with sales and business development teams to identify opportunities and develop winning strategies.

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Engineering Technology Business Project Management or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in proposal development estimating sales support project management or contract administration.
• Experience within power systems utility automation SCADA telecommunications protection and control or substation automation industries preferred.
• Understanding of commercial and contractual terms including Incoterms payment terms warranties and project risk management.
• Strong analytical skills with experience developing project cost estimates and pricing models.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information clearly to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple pursuits simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience with CRM and ERP systems such as Salesforce SAP or similar platforms is preferred.
• Knowledge of utility industry standards substation automation systems cybersecurity solutions or SCADA systems is a plus.

At Hitachi Energy we are advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We offer opportunities to grow your career while working on innovative technologies that power critical infrastructure worldwide.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health Care (medical dental vision etc.)
• Financial Wellbeing: (Employer sponsored pension - 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution Life/AD&D Insurance disability insurance)
• Family Care: Life and Family (Legal pet auto home identity theft etc.) special needs support and adoption assistance
• Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA Military Service Leave Maternal Paternal adoption vacation and holiday)
• Permissive Time Off: No accrued hours take the time you need
• Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location) tuition reimbursement program on-demand learning platforms

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 rolesparticularly those involving access to sensitive information financial responsibilities client data regulated environments or security-sensitive functionsadditional 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Employment Opportunity

Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals including females minorities protected veterans and individuals

with disabilities.

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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 Hitachis Global Data Privacy Notice.