Technical Marketing and Application Engineer – Protection and Control

Hitachi ABB Power Grids is a pioneering technology leader that is helping to increase access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. We help keep your lights on, the factories running, our hospitals and schools open. Come as you are and prepare to get better as you learn from others. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and plug into a team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Innovation
You will be part of Grid Automation Products in Västerås. Hitachi ABB Power Grids Global center for protection and control within the power transmission area is in Västerås. We have approximately 200 employees who develop, manufacture and market products as well as offer comprehensive support and services to power customers worldwide. We work in close collaboration with Hitachi ABB Power Grids units in 80 countries and 95 % of the sales are exported. Hitachi ABB Power Grids is the world leader within protection and control with several groundbreaking technological innovations, which through quick fault detection has improved the availability and efficiency of power transmission networks.
Be a part of shaping the future - in the forefront of technology and digitalization. GA Products in Västerås is Hitachi ABB Power Grids Global Centre for Protection & Control wish is an important part in Digital Sub Stations. We also host the Global R&D and PM functions.
Take the opportunity to become our Technical Marketing Manager responsible for North and Latin American countries, Hub NAM & LAM!
Your responsibilities
Your main task will be marketing activities such as customer presentations & trainings, driving certification or homologation activities to get end customers to approve our IEDs.
Development of partner integrator companies, and tight collaboration with the Area Sales Manager(s) within the Hub.
Technical Sales support to the local sales teams located in the Hub.
Supporting customers (internal/external) applying Hitachi ABB Power Grid Automation products through visits, demonstrations, training courses and contacts via various IT infrastructures.
Maintain and improve knowledge of Power Systems, protection and related Grid Automation products.
Applies principles, theories, standard techniques and concepts to provide solutions to customers (internal/external).
Participate in marketing and sales activities, including technical conferences.
Participate in development programs/projects with ref. to testing and documentation.
Contribute in customers feedback processes.
Act as teacher in product training courses.
Follow Hitachi ABB Power Grids ‘Values in Action’.
Other duties as applicable.
Living Hitachi ABB Power Grids core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background
High School or University degree in Electrical Engineering.
3+ years of experience in power systems and/or power industry, including protection and control equipment.
Preferably you are working within the power transmission business today.
Practical work in the power field is an advantage, i.e. commissioning type etc.
Ability to write and speak English (multi-lingual ability is a plus).
You are successful in your ways of networking and collaborating with stakeholders.
Models high standards of honesty and integrity.
Ability to learn new skills and assume responsibility.
Your result focus and execution are a natural part of your personality.

More about us
Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome to apply 31th of July! Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t delay – apply today!
Recruiting Manager Hans Pettersson, +4610-738 14 13, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Klas Koppari +4610-738 13 45, Unionen: Kennet Tedenäs +4610-738 16 16, Ledarna, Christer Fridlund +4610-738 29 12. All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Helena Stefansdottir +46 768-30 97 48.
Hitachi ABB Power Grids is a global technology leader with a combined heritage of almost 250 years, employing around 36,000 people in 90 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, the business serves utility, industry and infrastructure customers across the value chain, and emerging areas like sustainable mobility, smart cities, energy storage and data centres. With a proven track record, global footprint and unparalleled installed base, Hitachi ABB Power Grids balances social, environmental and economic values, and is committed to powering good for a sustainable energy future, with pioneering and digital technologies, as the partner of choice for enabling a stronger, smarter and greener grid.
www.hitachiabb-powergrids.com