Hitachi America

Global Product Specialist

Hitachi America$113K — $142K *
US-Anywhere
+ 5 other locationsRemote
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or related field
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in relevant industries such as transformer or energy
  • Strong technical knowledge of transformer insulation materials and technologies
  • Experience in market research, competitive analysis, and product positioning
  • Effective communication skills for diverse audiences
  • Ability to work collaboratively across global cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

  • Analyze market trends to guide product strategy
  • Identify product differentiation opportunities from customer insights and market intelligence
  • Evaluate technical requirements for product improvement
  • Enhance and maintain technical specifications for competitiveness
  • Lead performance improvement initiatives through analysis and feedback
  • Support compliance with international regulations throughout product lifecycle
  • Translate market needs into actionable product development inputs

Benefits

  • Remote work flexibility
  • Exposure to global teams and cutting-edge technologies
  • Opportunities for product development and innovation
  • Engagement in sustainable energy solutions
  • Professional development through training programs and presentations
Full Job Description
Location:
Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada

Job ID:
R0122008

Date Posted:
2026-08-05

Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY CANADA INC.

Profession (Job Category):
Sales, Marketing & Product Management

Job Schedule:
Full time

Remote:
Yes

Job Description:

The opportunity

Are you ready to shape the future of transformer insulation technologies and help drive a more sustainable energy world? Hitachi Energy is seeking a Global Product Specialist to join our North American team and play a key role in the growth and success of our transformer insulation portfolio.

In this exciting global role, you will combine market insight, technical expertise, and innovation to influence product strategy, identify new opportunities, and strengthen our competitive position in a rapidly evolving industry. You will work closely with customers, manufacturing sites, and cross-functional teams across the Americas to support existing products and help bring new solutions to market.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a professional who enjoys blending technical knowledge with business strategy. You will analyze market trends, evaluate customer needs, support product development initiatives, and contribute to advancing high-voltage insulation technologies used in critical power infrastructure worldwide. Along the way, you'll gain exposure to global teams, cutting-edge technologies, and meaningful work that helps enable a more sustainable and reliable energy future.

How you'll make an impact
  • Analyze market trends and assess their impact on the transformer insulation portfolio.
  • Identify opportunities to differentiate products through customer insights, market intelligence, and competitive analysis.
  • Evaluate technical requirements and conduct competitive assessments to uncover product improvement opportunities.
  • Maintain and enhance technical specifications to ensure product competitiveness and customer value.
  • Lead performance improvement initiatives through benchmarking activities and quality feedback analysis.
  • Support compliance with international regulations and industry standards across the product lifecycle.
  • Translate market and customer requirements into actionable inputs for product roadmaps and development activities.
  • Develop and deliver technical presentations, launch materials, and training programs for internal and external stakeholders.


Your background
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in engineering, product management, market analysis, or a related role within the transformer, insulation, pulp and paper, or energy industry.
  • Strong technical understanding of transformer insulation materials, transformer technologies, or related industrial products.
  • Demonstrated experience conducting market research, competitive analysis, and product positioning activities.
  • Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Proven ability to collaborate across global, cross-functional teams while managing multiple priorities effectively.


In compliance with Ontario's Pay Transparency requirements, the expected compensation for this role is:

Salary Range: $113,700 - $142,100 CAD

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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