AMI Engineer

Baldwin EMC•Summerdale, AL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Monitor AMI alerts and alarms; develop and present recommendations for resolution of any issues to support timely repairs of the AMI system, network, and associated equipment. Collaborate with field operations teams (meters and communications network devices) to monitor repairs of the AMI system, network, and associated equipment. Perform AMI system upgrades, patches, configuration changes, and testing as required. Maintain documentation for AMI system architecture, procedures, and configurations. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) of AMI system performance. Present KPI reports to AMI Operations leadership proactively identifies potential solutions to any underperforming metrics. Assist the Metering department with communication issues regarding the connect/disconnect command. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and support analytical initiatives; provide technical support and troubleshooting for data-related issues to ensure the availability of data infrastructure. Create virtual meters in the Meter Data Management System (MDM) to assist Engineering with analyzing system loading. Support Metering and Billing by assisting with meter-related investigations and service issues. Assist the System Engineer with reporting concerning blink counts and outages.

Requirements

Associate's Degree of Applied Science, required. Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering preferred.
Three years (3) or more related experience in utility engineering, AMI, or RF electronics.
Must demonstrate personal initiative and independent judgment and possess good decision-making skills to effectively relate to and resolve issues in a timely manner. Ability to gather and analyze information skillfully and develop alternative solutions.
Proficient computer skills with software applications (Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook).
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Responsibilities

Monitor AMI alerts and alarms; develop and present recommendations for resolution of any issues to support timely repairs of the AMI system, network, and associated equipment.
Collaborate with field operations teams (meters and communications network devices) to monitor repairs of the AMI system, network, and associated equipment.
Perform AMI system upgrades, patches, configuration changes, and testing as required.
Maintain documentation for AMI system architecture, procedures, and configurations.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) of AMI system performance. Present KPI reports to AMI Operations leadership proactively identifies potential solutions to any underperforming metrics.
Assist the Metering department with communication issues regarding the connect/disconnect command.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and support analytical initiatives; provide technical support and troubleshooting for data-related issues to ensure the availability of data infrastructure.
Create virtual meters in the Meter Data Management System (MDM) to assist Engineering with analyzing system loading.
Support Metering and Billing by assisting with meter-related investigations and service issues.
Assist the System Engineer with reporting concerning blink counts and outages.

Benefits

Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental/Health/Vision Coverage
Long Term Disability
Aflac Cancer Coverage
24-Hour Accident and Business Travel Insurance
Life/AD&D Insurance
NRECA Retirement Security Plan
NRECA 401 (k) Pension Plan
Flexible Spending Account Healthcare and Dependent Care
Paid Time Off
Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Telemedicine
Wellness Program
Group Emergent and Air Emergent Transportation Coverage
9/80 Work Schedule
The Cooperative is committed to mentoring and investing in the professional development of its employees. The Cooperative values professionalism, safety, teamwork, integrity, leadership, and empathy in a team environment.