VP Market Innovation NAM

Hitachi•Raleigh, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Hitachi Energy is seeking an experienced power systems expert to join its Global Market Innovation team in a strategic leadership role. The position supports a market-based approach for utility-related solutions by shaping solution roadmaps, value propositions, partnerships, customer engagement strategies, and business growth initiatives. It works across the Innovation Incubator, Sales, Marketing, Business Units, and country organizations to coordinate market activity, support sustainable growth, and strengthen Hitachi Energy’s industry position. A significant part of the role involves supporting innovation initiatives and market development through techno-economic analyses and strategic advisory work. Based in the United States, the role works closely with the North American organization and engages with customers, regulators, policymakers, and professional associations to influence the direction of the power sector. The position also represents Hitachi Energy at senior industry forums and institutional working groups, helping shape industry developments and build internal awareness and alignment.

Requirements

Master’s degree; preferably in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
At least 15 years of experience in the power network industry, ideally covering both transmission and distribution systems, with particular expertise in transmission networks.
Deep expertise in system planning, techno-economic analysis, regulatory frameworks, and senior-level stakeholder engagement.
Recognized power-sector industry expertise and professional credibility.
Strong technical, commercial, and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholder groups.
Extensive professional network in the utility and network operator community, particularly in North America.
Ability to bring cross-functional teams together to explore, develop, and pursue complex strategic opportunities.
Ability to manage structured processes, communicate progress, educate stakeholders, and incorporate feedback and insights.
Strong business acumen and ability to connect technology, customer needs, and commercial value creation.
Willingness to travel up to 30% within North America, including occasional international travel.

Nice To Haves

PhD.
International industry connections.

Responsibilities

Support the development and execution of solution roadmaps, value propositions, partnerships, and growth initiatives.
Lead and deliver techno-economic analyses for Innovation Incubator projects, working with the Power Systems of the Future workstream.
Collaborate with the US Power Consulting team on strategic advisory projects and customer grid challenges.
Represent Hitachi Energy at industry associations, institutional working groups, conferences, speaking engagements, and professional networks, including IEEE and CIGRE.
Serve as a subject matter expert on grid technologies, transmission and distribution systems, and emerging industry trends.
Engage with external organizations and use industry relationships to influence regulatory discussions and the broader policy environment.
Develop, maintain, and communicate customer value propositions that support market growth and business objectives.
Advance innovative business models by identifying customer value drivers and developing approaches to educate, advise, and capture value.
Collaborate with North American country management teams, business units, and cross-functional stakeholders to align priorities and maximize business impact.
Document and communicate outcomes related to innovation initiatives, market development, roadmaps, partnerships, product launches, successful projects, and cross-functional collaboration.