Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us.
- Provide direct, customer‑centric technical and software support for Itron’s long‑term distribution forecasting applications and related forecasting solutions.
- Manage and execute forecasting consulting projects with accountability for quality, timelines, and client outcomes.
- Develop, test, and enhance advanced forecasting models, including geospatial customer growth forecasts and Distributed Energy Resource (DER) adoption models (e.g., Bass diffusion and propensity‑to‑adopt models).
- Analyze historical market, load, and customer data to support short‑term, long‑term, and scenario‑based forecasting needs.
- Implement, test, and support both existing and new software modules, working collaboratively with internal product, engineering, and analytics teams.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in DER technologies, including solar PV, battery storage, and electric vehicles (light‑, medium‑, and heavy‑duty), translating emerging market trends into actionable insights for clients.
- Present forecasts, methodologies, and analytical results to clients and stakeholders in regulatory, executive, and technical forums, demonstrating clarity, confidence, and authenticity.
- Defend key assumptions, methodologies, and modeling approaches in regulatory and stakeholder environments with professionalism and technical rigor.
- Deliver workshops, training sessions, webinars, and conference presentations to support client success and knowledge transfer.
- Contribute to Itron’s thought leadership by authoring blogs, white papers, and internal or external presentations that reflect innovation and industry insight.
- Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to continuously improve forecasting tools, methodologies, and customer experiences in an agile environment.
- 10–15+ years of experience in the energy industry (utility, consulting, research, or related roles).
- Deep expertise in Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), including market analysis, adoption projections, and load shape modeling.
- Significant experience with time‑series forecasting using statistical and machine‑learning techniques.
- Strong proficiency with database technologies and data environments (e.g., SQL, Oracle).
- Experience using code‑based data and statistical modeling tools; proficiency in Python, R, or SAS strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences, including regulators and executive stakeholders.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams while managing multiple priorities with accountability and attention to detail.
- Customer‑focused mindset with a passion for delivering high‑quality, data‑driven solutions.
- Advanced degree in economics, data science, engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science, information systems, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Strong knowledge of econometrics, statistics, calculus, and advanced data science methodologies.
- Experience working with geospatial data and GIS‑based forecasting applications.
- Exposure to software R&D processes and agile development environments.
- Experience supporting forecasting efforts in regulatory or policy‑driven settings.
This position also includes a competitive benefit package including; financial, social, health and wellbeing programs, paid vacation, 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, hybrid work schedule, and more!
The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience and may vary by location. The base salary is $125,000-225,000 annually. This position is eligible for our annual bonus program.
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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 wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience.
Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email [email protected].
Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com
Skills Required
- 10-15+ years of experience in the energy industry
- Deep expertise in Distributed Energy Resources (DERs)
- Significant experience with time-series forecasting using statistical and machine-learning techniques
- Strong proficiency with database technologies and data environments
- Experience using code-based data and statistical modeling tools; proficiency in Python, R, or SAS strongly preferred
- Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively
- Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams while managing multiple priorities
- Customer-focused mindset with a passion for delivering high-quality, data-driven solutions
Itron Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Itron and has not been reviewed or approved by Itron.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are complemented by HSA/FSA options, life and disability insurance, an EAP, and mental‑health resources, with plans characterized as strong for U.S. employees.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is standard, and recent company materials describe a comparatively strong matching formula alongside access to an ESPP.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Policies include unlimited PTO for many salaried roles and paid holidays. Hybrid/remote options also appear in recent postings.
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What We Do
Itron enables utilities and cities to safely, securely and reliably deliver critical infrastructure services to communities in more than 100 countries. Our proven portfolio of smart networks, software, services, meters and sensors helps our customers better manage energy and water for the people they serve.
