Sr Technician - R/D

Required Skills and Experience

• 3-5+ years of relevant experience.
• Proficiency in digital, analog, and RF electronics principles.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and address issues down to their root causes.
• Competence in operating common test and measurement instruments such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and spectrum analyzers.
• Exceptional soldering capabilities encompassing both leaded and lead-free practices, including the manipulation of small and intricate surface-mount devices.
• Familiarity with electrostatic discharge (ESD) mitigation techniques.
• Strong organizational acumen with a knack for meticulous recordkeeping.
• Aptitude for following written and verbal instructions, as well as engineering schematics and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for seamless collaboration with engineering colleagues.
• Proficiency in Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience with software installation and firmware loading onto programmable devices.
• Familiarity with networking principles and configurations for ethernet, RF, or cellular network devices.
• Exposure to Raspberry Pi, Arduino, or similar microcontrollers.
• Proficiency in Python scripting or command-line operations.
• Soldering certification.

Education

• An associate degree in Electronics Engineering Technology or a related field is preferred, or equivalent practical experience.

Location

• Liberty Lake, WA

Physical Requirements

• The role involves working with electrical, mechanical, and testing equipment in an R&D lab environment, with routine physical tasks such as moving and reconfiguring lab and test equipment.

EEO Statement

Itron is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, veteran status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or other characteristics protected by law. If you require an accommodation in order to apply to this position, please contact your local recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email .

Pay Transparency Info

The successful candidate's starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.

Liberty Lake, WA: The base salary is $66,000.00 - $127,000.00

About Itron

Itron enables utilities and cities to safely, securely and reliably deliver critical infrastructure services to communities in more than 100 countries. Our portfolio of smart networks, software, services, meters and sensors helps our customers better manage electricity, gas and water resources for the people they serve. By working with our customers to ensure their success, we help improve the quality of life, ensure the safety and promote the wellbeing of millions of people around the globe. Itron is dedicated to creating a more resourceful world. Join us: www.itron.com.

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