Supervisor, AMI Network

Eversource Energy•Somerville, MA

12d

About The Position

The AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure) Network Engineer is responsible for design, maintenance, and operational performance of Eversource’s AMI network systems. This individual should: Enjoy problem solving complex wireless network issues. Be familiar with wireless signal analyzers, RF design software, and wireless communication hardware/tooling. Feel comfortable working with third parties to design and build solutions to unique areas, allowing wireless signal penetration. Essential Functions: Create/review/revise network designs to ensure they meet Eversource’s AMI system performance requirements. Ensure projects and assignments are completed safely, efficiently, on time and within the established budgets. Ensure vendor work is completed in compliance with design specifications. Review/approve contractor and vendor invoices. Manage and support initial and ongoing testing of the AMI network. Coordinate with Eversource IT/Communications to manage network backhaul. Analyze, identify, and resolve backhaul issues. Lead projects to upgrade, optimize, and expand the AMI network to keep up with new customer construction and evolving AMI system needs. Coordinate and supervise field construction and maintenance of AMI network assets/infrastructure. Perform office and field troubleshooting of AMI network equipment. Provide input to improve processes for monitoring and maintaining the AMI network. Understand and ensure compliance with requirements and standards set forth by industry organizations and regulatory bodies such as FCC, IEEE, etc. Provide on-call support for emergency situations and critical network failures. Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan. Ensure all documentation complies with company standards. Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and best practices to enhance network performance. Participate in strategic planning and contribute to the development of long-term goals for the AMI network

Requirements

Technical Knowledge/Skill: Comprehensive understanding of the design, specification and installation of wireless telecommunications systems, such as radio, cellular, and phone.
Strong communications and presentation skills
Strong ability to organize and coordinate a team to design and build out a project.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention-to-detail.
Working knowledge of standard office computer software (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
Experience: Five (5) years of experience with AMI architectures, protocols, and technologies, such as cellular, RF-mesh, WiFi, and IoT.
Proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting network infrastructure components, such as routers, switches, and gateways.
Hands-on experience with test equipment, including meters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and communication testers.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to debug complex systems and identify root causes of issues.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Create/review/revise network designs to ensure they meet Eversource’s AMI system performance requirements.
Ensure projects and assignments are completed safely, efficiently, on time and within the established budgets.
Ensure vendor work is completed in compliance with design specifications.
Review/approve contractor and vendor invoices.
Manage and support initial and ongoing testing of the AMI network.
Coordinate with Eversource IT/Communications to manage network backhaul.
Analyze, identify, and resolve backhaul issues.
Lead projects to upgrade, optimize, and expand the AMI network to keep up with new customer construction and evolving AMI system needs.
Coordinate and supervise field construction and maintenance of AMI network assets/infrastructure.
Perform office and field troubleshooting of AMI network equipment.
Provide input to improve processes for monitoring and maintaining the AMI network.
Understand and ensure compliance with requirements and standards set forth by industry organizations and regulatory bodies such as FCC, IEEE, etc.
Provide on-call support for emergency situations and critical network failures.
Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
Ensure all documentation complies with company standards.
Stay updated on industry trends, new technologies, and best practices to enhance network performance.
Participate in strategic planning and contribute to the development of long-term goals for the AMI network