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Pay Rate Range: $53.57 - 55.14/hr.
GBaMS Req ID: (phone number removed)
Metering Systems Specialist Itron Headend
Job Description:
We are seeking a hands-on Metering Systems Specialist with strong experience in Itron headend platforms, including Field Collection System (FCS), Temetra, MV90, and UIQ. The role requires deep technical understanding of meter configurations, data acquisition processes, batch operations, and system integrations across the utility IT landscape.
This position will support development, configuration, troubleshooting, and operational optimization of Itron metering systems and their downstream integrations with billing, MDMS, outage, and analytics platforms.
Itron Headend System Configuration & Support
Perform hands-on configuration and development in Itron headend systems:
oField Collection System (FCS)
oTemetra
oMV90
oUIQ
Configure and manage meter definitions, templates, and profiles across different meter types (electric, gas, water).
Support meter onboarding, commissioning, and lifecycle changes.
Meter Data Collection & Processing
Configure and support upload/download processes for meters and field devices.
Manage meter read schedules, polling strategies, and collection windows.
Configure and monitor batch jobs for:
oInterval data collection
oRegister reads
oEvent and alarm processing
oEstimation and validation (where applicable)
Troubleshoot issues with missing reads, partial reads, delayed collection, and data anomalies.
Batch & Operational Process Management
Design, configure, and tune batch processes in MV90, FCS and Temetra.
Monitor batch execution, handle failures, and perform root cause analysis.
Optimize batch performance to meet billing, settlement, and reporting timelines.
Document batch dependencies and upstream/downstream impacts.
System Integration & Data Flow
Understand and support integrations between Itron systems and:
oMDMS platforms
oCIS / Billing systems (e.g., SAP IS-U or equivalent)
oOutage Management Systems (OMS)
oData warehouses and analytics platforms
Troubleshoot end-to-end data flows from meter headend downstream systems.
Work with middleware, APIs, flat-file transfers, or messaging-based integrations.
Required Skills & Experience
Technical Expertise
Strong hands-on experience with Itron headend systems, including:
oMV90 (batch configuration, data processing, interval & register data)
oTemetra (meter management, data collection, workflows)
oFCS (field communications, device interactions)
oUIQ (data visualization and access)
Deep understanding of:
oMeter configuration and templates
oData upload/download mechanisms
oBatch scheduling and execution
oInterval, register, and event data structures
Experience working with AMI / AMR metering environments
Experience with SQL and UNIX.
Integration & Utility Knowledge
Understanding of utility data flows from meter to billing.
Familiarity with MDMS, CIS, OMS, and analytics integrations.
Knowledge of utility operations such as:
oBilling cycles
oSettlement and validation processes
oOutage and event handling
Tools & Environment
Comfortable working in production support and non-production environments.
Experience analyzing logs, batch outputs, and system reports.
Ability to work with SQL or data queries (desirable).
Preferred Qualifications
Utility industry experience (electric, gas, or water).
Experience with SAP IS-U or similar CIS systems.
Prior involvement in AMI rollouts, meter migrations, or system upgrades.
Understanding of regulatory and audit considerations related to meter data.
Soft Skills
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Clear communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced operational environment.
Detail-oriented with a focus on data accuracy and reliability
Skills: Category Name Required Importance Experience SkillCategoryTest1_MN Master Data Management (MDM) Yes 1 >7 years
GBaMS Req ID: (phone number removed)
Metering Systems Specialist Itron Headend
Job Description:
We are seeking a hands-on Metering Systems Specialist with strong experience in Itron headend platforms, including Field Collection System (FCS), Temetra, MV90, and UIQ. The role requires deep technical understanding of meter configurations, data acquisition processes, batch operations, and system integrations across the utility IT landscape.
This position will support development, configuration, troubleshooting, and operational optimization of Itron metering systems and their downstream integrations with billing, MDMS, outage, and analytics platforms.
Itron Headend System Configuration & Support
Perform hands-on configuration and development in Itron headend systems:
oField Collection System (FCS)
oTemetra
oMV90
oUIQ
Configure and manage meter definitions, templates, and profiles across different meter types (electric, gas, water).
Support meter onboarding, commissioning, and lifecycle changes.
Meter Data Collection & Processing
Configure and support upload/download processes for meters and field devices.
Manage meter read schedules, polling strategies, and collection windows.
Configure and monitor batch jobs for:
oInterval data collection
oRegister reads
oEvent and alarm processing
oEstimation and validation (where applicable)
Troubleshoot issues with missing reads, partial reads, delayed collection, and data anomalies.
Batch & Operational Process Management
Design, configure, and tune batch processes in MV90, FCS and Temetra.
Monitor batch execution, handle failures, and perform root cause analysis.
Optimize batch performance to meet billing, settlement, and reporting timelines.
Document batch dependencies and upstream/downstream impacts.
System Integration & Data Flow
Understand and support integrations between Itron systems and:
oMDMS platforms
oCIS / Billing systems (e.g., SAP IS-U or equivalent)
oOutage Management Systems (OMS)
oData warehouses and analytics platforms
Troubleshoot end-to-end data flows from meter headend downstream systems.
Work with middleware, APIs, flat-file transfers, or messaging-based integrations.
Required Skills & Experience
Technical Expertise
Strong hands-on experience with Itron headend systems, including:
oMV90 (batch configuration, data processing, interval & register data)
oTemetra (meter management, data collection, workflows)
oFCS (field communications, device interactions)
oUIQ (data visualization and access)
Deep understanding of:
oMeter configuration and templates
oData upload/download mechanisms
oBatch scheduling and execution
oInterval, register, and event data structures
Experience working with AMI / AMR metering environments
Experience with SQL and UNIX.
Integration & Utility Knowledge
Understanding of utility data flows from meter to billing.
Familiarity with MDMS, CIS, OMS, and analytics integrations.
Knowledge of utility operations such as:
oBilling cycles
oSettlement and validation processes
oOutage and event handling
Tools & Environment
Comfortable working in production support and non-production environments.
Experience analyzing logs, batch outputs, and system reports.
Ability to work with SQL or data queries (desirable).
Preferred Qualifications
Utility industry experience (electric, gas, or water).
Experience with SAP IS-U or similar CIS systems.
Prior involvement in AMI rollouts, meter migrations, or system upgrades.
Understanding of regulatory and audit considerations related to meter data.
Soft Skills
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Clear communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced operational environment.
Detail-oriented with a focus on data accuracy and reliability
Skills: Category Name Required Importance Experience SkillCategoryTest1_MN Master Data Management (MDM) Yes 1 >7 years
