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Hitachi

Diversified tech conglomerate delivering digital solutions

Tender Specialist - Substation Automation

Proposal ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMassy, FranceNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A degree in electrical engineering, automation, or a similar technical field.
  • At least 3 years of experience in tender management, preparing technical or commercial offers, or project engineering in the power transmission and distribution sector, particularly substation automation.
  • A strong technical understanding of substation automation components, protocols such as IEC 61850, SCADA systems, RTUs, protection relays, and communication networks.
  • Proven experience in cost estimation and developing commercial offers.
  • Excellent written and spoken French and English.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Customer orientation, strong interpersonal skills, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze customer specifications, requests for information (RFIs), and requests for quotations (RFQs) for substation automation projects.
  • Develop complete technical offers, including architecture diagrams, scopes of work, technical compliance statements, and solution descriptions, in collaboration with engineering and product teams.
  • Prepare detailed commercial offers, including cost estimates, pricing strategies, payment terms, and delivery schedules, while ensuring competitiveness and profitability.
  • Identify and assess technical and commercial risks related to tenders and propose effective mitigation strategies.
  • Coordinate internal stakeholders across Sales, Engineering, Project Management, Legal, and Supply Chain to gather required information and ensure proposal accuracy and consistency.
  • Support customer negotiations by providing technical and commercial expertise.
  • Maintain accurate and complete documentation of communications and documents related to tenders.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of tender management processes and tools.
  • Stay informed about market trends, competitor offerings, and new technologies in substation automation.

About the Company

Hitachi

Diversified tech conglomerate delivering digital solutions

Hitachi is a global conglomerate operating in energy, digital solutions, home appliances, and infrastructure to support governments, businesses, and consumers. Its offerings turn data into actionable insights through digital transformation services and Hitachi Energy’s renewable energy and grid solutions. It differentiates itself with an integrated portfolio that combines hardware, software, and services and a emphasis on societal impact and sustainability. Its goal is to build a sustainable society by using technology and data to improve energy efficiency, infrastructure resilience, and quality of life.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Tokyo, Japan
Founded
1910

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