Itron is revolutionizing how utilities and cities manage energy and water. We are committed to creating a more sustainable, resourceful world. Join us. For decades, Itron has been delivering critical energy and water infrastructure services tocustomers around the globe--and we're just getting started. Join us and help design thefuture of resource management. Itron, a technology leader in the energy and smart grid sector, is seeking an Engineering Technicianfor our Remote Firmware lab. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and maintaining the systems used by remote firmware engineers around the world, and continually looking for ways to improve the systems or make them more efficient. This is a 100% on-site position. Duties & Responsibilities: Assists in the design and construction of test environments, including building test fixtures (cables, enclosures, writing instructions, etc.) in an R&D laboratory. Software installation Troubleshooting failures Soldering (including surface-mount components and 30-gauge whisker wires, often under a microscope) Software and script execution (and debugging and development) Organization of the lab equipment and access to it Adhering to established safety protocols and maintaining a safe and efficient lab environment Required Skills and Experience: 2-3 years of related experience Troubleshooting problems through to understanding root cause of failure Surface-mount soldering Good interpersonal skills for effective collaboration Familiarity with Microsoft tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) Preferred Skills and Experience: RF fundamentals Network configuration/knowledge - cellular, RF and/or ethernet networks Soldering ESD (electrostatic discharge) Raspberry Pi, Arduino or other microcontrollers Python scripting or command-line familiarity Education:Associate's degree in a related discipline is preferred, or equivalent experience. Location:Liberty Lake, WA Liberty Lake Salary Range: $50K - $55K base #LI-MB1 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 don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for! The successful candidate's starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience. Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com. Itron enables utilities and cities to safely, securely and reliably deliver critical infrastructure solutions. We provide smart networks, software, services, meters, and sensors to better manage electricity, gas, water and city services. We are dedicated to creating a more resourceful world. 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.