Application Engineer

Responsibilities

• Set up virtualized servers for installing, configuring, and maintaining several SW platforms for reading energy and power quality information.
• Select and configure field-level protocol-based devices and gateways to integrate back into the overall system architecture.
• Understand data transfer (HTTP(s) Protocols) and translation techniques (ETL) such as DB to DB, CSV to DB, or use of Web Services (REST & SOAP) to transfer data.

Education Required

• Four-year IS or CS degree required.
• IT Certifications are a plus.
• Knowledge of energy management domain is a plus.

Technical Experience Required

• Strong knowledge of Modbus, HTTP(s), BacNet, OPC UA protocols.
• Experience with communications over RS-485 and Ethernet.
• 3+ years experience with field-based devices such as metering devices and protocol gateways.
• 2+ years experience with configuring Windows and/or Linux based servers and supporting web applications.
• 2+ years experience configuration of large corporate networks and associated applications.
• Experience in server configuration & management (MS Server, VMWare, MS SQL Server, etc.).

Personal Attributes Required

• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills within a technical environment (written & oral).
• Good track record of obtaining results with minimal supervision in a fast-paced team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal team skills for teamwork, respect, courtesy, tact, and discretion.
• A good track record of interfacing with other teams to solve problems.
• Ability to accommodate international & domestic travel once or twice a year