Hitachi America

Area Sales Manager - Gas Insulated Switchgear

Hitachi America$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 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

Responsibilities

  • 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

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
Full Job Description

Location:

Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job ID:

Date Posted:

2026-06-22

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Sales, Marketing & Product Management

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

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

Your background

  • 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

What We Offer

  • 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

About Hitachi America

Hitachi America is a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., a Japanese multinational conglomerate. They provide a wide range of products and services, including information technology, power systems, and social infrastructure. They work with clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, transportation, and finance. They are committed to sustainability and social responsibility, and have implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact.
Learn more about Hitachi America
Size
368,247 employees
Industry
Founded
1959
NASDAQ

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