Transformer Application Engineer

The role of an Application Engineer at Hitachi Energy involves leveraging senior specialist knowledge in the Transformers portfolio to build trust with customers, communicate technical preferences, provide training, and present transformer solutions. Your responsibilities include developing and leading regional business development strategies for sustainable transformer solutions and digitalization, tracking market trends, and driving growth impact. Collaborating with Front End Sales, distribution channels, and consultants, you will support the regional sales strategy aligned with the global approach to enhance customer penetration and acquisition. Your impact will be significant in leading regional Application Engineering & Business Development activities related to the transformer portfolio. By understanding market trends and ensuring growth, you will contribute to a positive Return on Marketing Investment (ROMI). Customer-facing activities will range from organizing Customer Technical Trainings (CTTs) to attending industry conferences, reviewing transformer specifications, and supporting customer engagements during tender negotiations. Internally, you will conduct technical training sessions (HIITs), provide support for tender strategies and negotiations, and engage with factory and tender engineering teams to build trust and integration. Developing and implementing key performance indicators (KPIs) and targets for the complete Transformer portfolio, you will track and showcase outcomes in various dimensions. Your structured market plan will combine technical insights gathered from customers with a strategic overview mindset. You will also offer customer feedback and strategic marketing inputs to Global and Regional Product Managers while supporting market analysis and competitive landscape assessments. Adhering to Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, you will take responsibility for your actions, care for colleagues, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. With a background in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 5 years of experience in technical departments or business development within the Transformer industry, you will provide technical support to the Front-End Sales Team. Strong technical skills, marketing expertise, and excellent networking abilities are crucial for bridging the gap between technical and marketing teams. Intercultural sensitivity, effective communication skills, and proficiency in English and the local language are essential for collaborating with colleagues from multiple countries. A willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time is required. If you have a disability and need accommodation during the job application process, you can request reasonable adjustments through the Hitachi Energy website. Please provide specific details to support your accessibility needs.,