Job Description

Location:

Baden, Aargau, Switzerland

Job ID:

R0147052

Date Posted:

2026-10-28

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Sales, Marketing & Product Management

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

As a Technical Tendering Specialist, you will contribute to the successful acquisition of key projects within our growing Renewable and Offshore Business. In this role, you will develop competitive and technically sound proposals for renewable energy, offshore wind, grid integration, and AC substation applications.

Working closely with sales, engineering, project management, supply chain, and commercial teams, you will support the development of optimized customer solutions, evaluate technical and commercial risks, and help deliver high-quality proposals that drive sustainable business growth.

If you are passionate about power systems, enjoy solving technical challenges, and thrive in an international and collaborative environment, we look forward to hearing from you.

How you'll make an impact

• Prepare and coordinate technical tender submissions for renewable energy, offshore wind, grid integration, and AC substation projects
• Review and analyze customer specifications to develop compliant, competitive, and optimized technical solutions
• Collaborate closely with engineering, project management, commercial, legal, and supply chain teams throughout the tendering process
• Support the identification, assessment, and mitigation of technical and commercial risks and opportunities
• Prepare high-quality tender documentation and ensure timely submission of customer proposals
• Support Sales Managers in customer meetings, technical clarifications, and proposal discussions
• Evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations and verify compliance with technical specifications and project requirements
• Assist Supply Chain teams in coordinating quotations and requests for equipment, materials, and subcontracted services
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, standardization efforts, and the sharing of best practices across the tendering organization
• Support the development of competitive bid strategies that contribute to profitable business growth

Your background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, preferably with a focus on power systems or power engineering.
• Experience in technical tendering, proposal engineering, project engineering, or project execution within the power or energy industr
• Knowledge of AC substations, power systems, and renewable energy applications
• Very good understanding of substation automation systems, protection and control solutions, and communication networks
• Basic knowledge of grid automation systems and applications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Structured, proactive, and detail-oriented approach to work
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across global and cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MS Visio
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken. Additional language skills are considered a plus

More about us

At Hitachi Energy, we are advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry, transportation, data center, and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and accelerate the digital transformation required to support the global energy transition.

Join us and become part of a team that is helping build a more sustainable, flexible, and secure energy system for future generations.

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

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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 roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional 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.