Research Engineer
Job Location:
San Jose, CA - USA
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Job Summary
Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.
- Collaborate in a customercentric and globally distributed team of engineers scientists and mathematicians to invent design evaluate and test distributed intelligence applications for electric utility customers
- Design and implement electric grid simulation use cases supporting innovative research and realworld utility performance needs
- Contribute to software design and development in support of distributed algorithms and analytics
- Support firmware configuration and integration for laboratory and networked systems
- Perform component troubleshooting maintenance and system validation in an accountable and safetyfocused manner
- Analyze power system voltage behavior and power flow translating results into meaningful insights
- Assist with the design analysis and testing of distributed algorithms operating at scale across AMI networks
- Work effectively in a controlled accessrestricted laboratory environment following all electrical and laboratory safety protocols
- Demonstrate an agile and innovative mindset adapting to evolving research priorities and emerging technologies in the Utilities & Energy sector
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Strong technical and theoretical understanding of electrical engineering and power system fundamentals
- Professional authentic workplace communication skills with the ability to collaborate across disciplines
- Proven ability to solve complex problems ask thoughtful questions and take accountability for outcomes
- Strong mathematics and analytical skills
- Foundational proficiency with scripting and programming languages such as MATLAB C/C C# and Python
- Handson experience with oscilloscopes power analyzers DAQ systems multimeters and other electrical test equipment
- Familiarity with mediumvoltage components (e.g. switchgear breakers transformers) and mainsvoltage electrical systems
- Ability to work on location in Santa Barbara CA in a laboratory environment supporting critical research systems
- Masters degree in Electrical Engineering
- Related professional or research experience in power systems distributed systems or utilities
- Advanced proficiency in Python and/or C#
- Knowledge of fundamental electrical safety practices including lockout/tagout PPE and arcflash basics
- Experience working with ARMbased systems
- Direct laboratory or field experience handling mediumvoltage components and performing work on mainsvoltage electrical infrastructure
The successful candidates starting salary will be determined based on permissible non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience and may vary by location. The base salary is $ annually. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
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Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences dont perfectly align with every requirement we encourage you to apply the end you may be just who we are looking for!
The successful candidates starting wage will be determined based on permissible non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.
Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply please contact a recruiting representative at 1- or email .
Itron is transforming how the world manages energy water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency build resilience and deliver safe reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence we connect people data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world:
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