Business Development Specialist

Location:Brisbane, Queensland, AustraliaJob ID: R0138394Date Posted:2026-07-24Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY AUSTRALIA PTY LTDProfession (Job Category):Sales, Marketing & Product ManagementJob Schedule: Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:Business Development – eMobility Energy SolutionsThe OpportunityIn our Global Product Group – Grid and Power Quality Solutions and Service, we are constantly evolving and improving our offerings and solutions to be able to offer our customers the full benefit of our technology and innovation, within highly effective Business Models that would support our Global customers achieve their energy needs while improving efficiency, saving resources and reducing emissions. Working within the Grid and Power Quality Solutions and Service (GPQSS) Product Group, you will be responsible for driving innovation and growth across our eMobility portfolio. Your focus will be on eMobility Energy Solutions, with an emphasis on digital charging and energy management integration for medium and large-scale customer sites such as logistics hubs, public transit operators, ports, airports, and other fleet applications. The role will strengthen our early engagement and end-to-end solution development capabilities, enabling Hitachi Energy to shape projects from inception and help customers develop efficient, competitive, and scalable solutions.How You’ll Make an ImpactFocus on untapped customer and market segments for medium and large-scale eMobility sites, including logistics hubs, public transit operators, ports, airports, fleet operators, and other emerging electrification applications.Strengthen early engagement capabilities to shape projects from inception by working with customers before requirements are fully defined and positioning Hitachi Energy as a trusted integration and solution partner.Partner with customers to develop efficient, competitive, and scalable solutions that integrate charging infrastructure, digital energy management, Hitachi Energy products and services, local services, and selected third-party offerings.Develop regional partnerships that address local customer needs while aligning with Hitachi Energy’s global strategy, partner ecosystem, and broader eMobility Energy Solutions roadmap.Translate customer needs, market insights, and application-specific requirements into actionable solution concepts, value propositions, and business models that support growth beyond product sales.Collaborate closely with Application Engineering, Front-End Sales, Marketing and Sales, and key partners to ensure customer opportunities are developed with the right technical approach, commercial positioning, and execution path from early engagement through order capture.Live the core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.Your BackgroundDegree in Engineering, Business, Management, or other relevant subjects.Minimum of 8 years of experience in Sales, Business Development, Marketing, Strategy, or Operations roles within the electrical power, energy, eMobility, charging infrastructure, digital energy management, or distributed energy solutions sectors, preferably with experience developing integrated solutions for medium and large-scale customer sites.Experience developing partnerships, service models, or integrated customer solutions across regional markets in alignment with global strategy and partner ecosystems.Experience in meeting customers at all management, technical, and operative levels, building confidence to present the company portfolio while working on solutions.Experience working in a multicultural environment across different regions.A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and strong communication skills.Accessibility and reasonable accommodationQualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.Use of Al and automated tools in recruitmentAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.Background Screening and Security ChecksAs 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.SummaryLocation: Brisbane, Queensland, AustraliaType: Full time