Itron
Research Engineer
United States of America, California, San Jose
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About the role
- The Research Engineer plays a critical role in advancing distributed intelligence solutions that connect utility infrastructure to the digital world.
- The successful candidate's 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 $60,000-115,000 annually.
Responsibilities
- 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:
Nice to have
- Analyze power system voltage behavior and power flow, translating results into meaningful insights
- Work effectively in a controlled, access‑restricted 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
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Strong technical and theoretical understanding of electrical engineering and power system fundamentals
- 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
Compensation
- The base salary is $60,000-115,000 annually.
Benefits
- This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
- This position also includes a competitive benefit package including; financial, social, health and wellbeing programs, paid vacation, 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, hybrid work schedule, and more!
Company info
- In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!
Equal opportunity
- Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees.
- Equal Opportunity Employer.
- If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.
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