Test Engineer

Itron • Oconee, SC

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Test Engineer at Itron, you will contribute to testing and validating electricity meter firmware and supporting software. You will participate in the automated firmware testing lifecycle, including developing and executing test cases, documenting results, investigating issues, and supporting automated test solutions. You will collaborate with firmware and software engineers, product management, and other team members to understand product requirements and expected behavior. This is an entry-level opportunity to build hands-on experience with firmware testing, test automation, hardware/software integration, and quality engineering in the Utilities & Energy technology industry.

The position is described as a typical office job with no special physical requirements or unusual work environment. It is safety sensitive and involves 0–10% travel. The role includes a competitive benefits package and a hybrid work schedule.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Foundational knowledge of object-oriented programming concepts and experience with a language such as C#, C++, Python, or a similar language through coursework, internships, projects, or professional experience.
• Basic understanding of software testing principles, including test cases, expected results, defect reporting, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with software development and debugging concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to approach technical issues in a structured and accountable manner.
• Ability and willingness to learn hardware, firmware, software testing, and test automation technologies.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment while adapting to changing priorities and requirements.
• Customer-centric mindset with attention to quality, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

• Internship, academic, project, or professional experience with software, firmware, embedded systems, or automated testing.
• Exposure to C# or C++ development.
• Exposure to hardware test environments, electrical interfaces, I/O, or test stations.
• Familiarity with automated testing tools or frameworks.
• Basic knowledge of databases and SQL.
• Exposure to development, debugging, or source-control tools.
• Experience with microcontrollers, embedded devices, electronics, or hardware/software integration through coursework or personal projects.
• Exposure to computer or machine vision technologies.
• Interest in electricity metering, smart-grid technology, embedded products, or the Utilities & Energy industry.
• Curiosity and an innovative approach to learning new technologies and developing quality solutions to technical problems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing software and firmware test plans, test designs, test goals, and test cases based on product requirements and expected customer use.
• Execute manual and automated tests for electricity meter firmware and supporting software, and accurately document test results.
• Identify, reproduce, document, and communicate defects, unexpected behavior, errors, and inconsistencies.
• Collaborate with the automation team to develop and maintain automated test solutions using established software testing tools and practices.
• Support the development and enhancement of automated test frameworks and software tools.
• Work with software and firmware development engineers during product development, reviews, walkthroughs, and testing activities.
• Assist with problem investigation, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis while remaining accountable for assigned testing activities.
• Support technical inquiries related to the functionality and operation of tested software and firmware.
• Communicate test status, results, identified risks, and evaluation findings to project stakeholders.
• Consider product reliability and usability throughout testing using a customer-centric approach to quality.
• Learn new testing techniques, tools, and technologies and contribute ideas to improve test efficiency and product quality.
• Build collaborative relationships across engineering and product teams and actively seek feedback to grow technical skills.

Benefits

• Competitive benefit package including financial, social, health, and wellbeing programs.
• Paid vacation.
• 401k matching.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• Hybrid work schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level