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CCSI Inc.
HD Supply
Gwinnett County Water Resources
Elster AMCO Water
Cannon Technologies/Cooper Power Systems
Gem Resourcing
Cognyst Consulting, L.L.C.
Confidential
Cooper Power Systems
Cordner & Associates, Inc.
Energate Inc.
FirstPoint Energy Corp
Kema Inc.
PCI Staffing Solutions
Sequence Systems

CCSI Inc.

Meter Engineer

Job Description: 126262
Plans, develops and participates in the implementation of standardized and specialized policies, procedures, programs, specifications, methods, testing and requirements for electric revenue metering and systems on the System. Provides engineering and technical expertise to others.

ACCOUNTABILITY - PRIMARY DUTIES

Acts as project engineer for metering installations, including: nonstandard, complex industrial, commercial, generation, interconnection and cogeneration metering installations.
Designs and develops for approval standard metering-installation methods and procedures.
Provides engineering and technical expertise and counsel on electric metering equipment and systems to field forces, other departments, customers and management.
Oversees and participates in the test and evaluation of new meters, metering systems and related equipment and provides recommendations.
Develops purchase specifications for electric revenue meters, associated devices, test equipment and materials.
Assesses technical competence of manufacturers and suppliers and recommends selection.
Studies, analyses and recommends use of new concepts in revenue metering and systems.
Participates in the development of standardized test procedures and schedules for electric meters, associated metering devices, instrument transformers and related test equipment.
Provides functional and/or on-site assistance, guidance and instruction in the analysis and resolution of incorrect and/or defective metering.
Develops and conducts training programs associated with electric metering, including Time Merit Progression Programs (TMP) in coordination with the Training Department.
Provides work direction to lower-level personnel in the performance of above and similar duties.

Salary Range: BOE
Job Address: 123 West Street
City: Berlin
State: CT
Country: USA
Postal Code: 06037
Contact Phone: 800-598-0255X137
Contact Fax: 603-778-8941
Contact E-mail: robert@ccsiinc.com
URL: www.ccsiinc.com

HD Supply

National Account Managers (Atlanta, Chicago, Phoenix) Job Description: National Account Manager roles available for AMR, AMI with the nation's largest waterworks distributor.

Qualifications:

BS/BA Degree in Engineering, Finance or Technical Sales.
Ability to interface with Municipal Utility personnel (Mayor, Council, Financial Advisors, City Managers, General Managers, etc) in pursuit of high level sales specializing in turn key AMI/AMR projects.
Computer skills essential with emphasis on MS Office applications. AutoCad ability a plus.
Must be self motivated and highly organized -Must have skills in both sales and management

Salary Range: BOE Job Address: Atlanta, Chicago, Phoenix locations
City: Atlanta, Chicago, Phoenix locations
State: GA
Country: USA
Postal Code: 30339
Contact Phone: No calls please
Contact Fax: 770-852-9465
Contact E-mail: abby.green@hdsupply.com
URL: www.hdsupply.com

Gwinnett County Water Resources

Department Director
Department of Water Resources
We are currently recruiting for a Department Director in the Department of Water Resources. This is an executive management position that will oversee Gwinnett County’s water, wastewater and stormwater utilities. The Department of Water Resources serves 437 square miles with 250,000+ customer accounts. The department manages 600+ employees, two water production facilities (total permitted 225 gpd), six wastewater treatment plants (total permitted 67 mgd treatment capacity) and a stormwater utility. Gwinnett County Water Resources has a $200 million operating budget and a five-year CIP in excess of $1 billion.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and ten years of upper management experience, including two years at the Division/Deputy Director or comparable level. A Master’s Degree is preferred and a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is desirable. The midpoint of the salary range is $141,963.

TO APPLY: Visit our website at: www.gwinnettcountyjobs.com

Gwinnett County Human Resources
770-822-7915
Salary Range: above120k
Job Address: 75 Langley Drive
City: Lawrenceville
State: GA
Country: USA
Postal Code: 30045
Contact Phone: 770-822-7915
Contact Fax: 770-822-7938
Contact E-mail: linda.budd@gwinnettcounty.com
URL: http://www.gwinnettcountyjobs.com

Elster AMCO Water

Territory Sales Manager - California
The selected candidate will work from a home-based office in the sales territory, which includes the following counties in California: Monterrey, Kings, Tulare, Inyo and points North. Also includes the State of Nevada, and assume responsibility for the market management and product support for our meter product line including automated meter reading systems. Requires proven sales and sales technical support skills, strong organizational ability, and knowledge to manage specific sales budgets; enter & utilize sales forecasting tools: an understanding of basic business principles of profit/loss; the willingness to work in a sales team environment; travel a minimum of 50% to customers & trade shows; participate in professional organizations to network. Must also have the ability to work well under pressure, and manage all aspects of departmental functions to develop business relationships at Operational levels of customers’ business and do the same internally. A BS/BA is essential, with consideration given to a broad range of majors such as Engineering, Marketing, etc. Experience in the waterworks industry & knowledge of AMR/AMI is an asset.

Elster AMCO Water offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits including consideration of relocation assistance and a generous 401(k) Plan. Please submit a confidential resume to our main office at: Elster AMCO Water, Inc.; Human Resources; P.O. Box 1852; Ocala, FL 34478; Fax: 352.369.6589 or email HR@us.elster.com. Visit our Web site at www.elster.com. Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

Salary Range: BOE
Job Address: 1100 SW Ave
City: Ocala
State: FLA
Country: USA
Postal Code: 34478
Contact Phone: 352-369.6541
Contact Fax: 352-369.6589
Contact E-mail: HR@us.elster.com
URL: www.elster.com

Cannon Technologies/Cooper Power Systems

Program Manager - AMR/AMI

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Program Manager drives key customer account relationships by ensuring that the products and services we offer are to the customer’s ultimate satisfaction.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
•     Manage the project portfolio for the product line with the Program Manager’s jurisdiction.
•     Assist with closing major strategic and critical projects.
•     Work with key customers to define acceptable quality levels based on recognized quality standards. Ensure that these quality standards are met.
•     Effective communication of program information to all interested parties to avoid misunderstanding. Resolve issues as they arise in order to prevent project delays.
•     Identify program scope and continuously manage the expectations of internal and external customers. Ensure that projects meet all customer requirements without going out of scope.
•     Liaison between field project managers, project coordinators and internal sales to develop accurate Pos, forecasts and release schedules.
•     Serve as primary interface with both internal and external customers as needed to meet project time, scope and cost requirements.
•     Determine resources required for projects. Estimate, budget and control cost for all project activities such that project is completed within budget.
•     Providing leadership to project personnel such that they become high-performing teams. Create action plans for project team members and hold them accountable for their performance. Assist project team members with establishing countermeasures as appropriate.
•     Operational reporting to business unit.

Salary Range: BOE
Job Address: 505 Highway 169 N
City: Minneapolis
State: MN
Country: US
Postal Code: 55441
Contact Phone: 763-543-7761
Contact Fax: 763-543-7897
Contact E-mail: lstephens@cannontech.com
URL: www.cannontech.com

Gem Resourcing

Leader in Information Technology
Business Solutions Professional-Energy and Utilities

Identify and qualify business solution opportunities.
Assist consulting services sellers in closing deals.
Support large engagements and stay focused on a defined, select set of business solutions.
Apply knowledge of the Energy and Utilities industry, Independent Software Vendor (ISV) and industry solutions as a member of a focused pursuit team.
Execute sales leadership by demonstrating proficiency in identifying business solutions and closing deals.

A minimum of 3 years Energy and Utilities industry experience implementing solutions to solve client business problems.
A Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
The ability to perform at a high level without assistance.
In-depth knowledge of Enterprise Asset Management.
Experience in “Utilities Network Revitalization” or “Customer Operation Transformation”.
Experience in large systems sales/business development.
Strong verbal and written communication skills at all levels within an organization.
A background in the T&D Utility space is preferred.
A technical background in utility operations is preferred.
Travel from 50-75% is required.

Salary Range: above120k
Job Address: n/a
City: Central US or Western US
State: CO
Country: USA
Postal Code: 80112
Contact Phone: 303 474 0518
Contact Fax: 303 845 6837
Contact E-mail: maureen@gemresourcing.com
URL: www.gemresourcing.com

Cognyst Consulting, L.L.C.

Senior Consultant
Cognyst is seeking an individual with strong utility industry experience (5-15+ years) to join our consulting team. We provide clients with practical expertise and cost-effective guidance in advanced metering systems and other customer service technologies and practices. On projects, we work in small teams; each staff member has an opportunity to contribute to every aspect of a project (marketing, business development, client relationships, analysis, report writing, etc.) The position provides challenges, independence, and opportunities for growth. REQUIREMENTS: Candidates should have strong background in two or more of the following areas: metering, AMR/AMI, utility operations, customer service, CIS, public administration. Water utility experience a plus. Technical background should include degree(s) in engineering, information technology, or business/management. Candidates should be able to demonstrate aptitude in written and verbal communication, and project management. Experience in consulting a strong positive factor. Candidates should have the ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, be able to manage their own workload, and coordinate with other team members.

Salary Range: BOE
Job Address: Live where you like (NJ, NY area preferred); travel is required
Kinnelon, New Jersey 07405
Contact Phone: 973-838-8901
Contact Fax: 973-838-8903
Contact E-mail: dschlenger@cognyst.com
URL: www.cognyst.com

Confidential

Vice President/Director, Marketing - EAS
The Vice President/Director, Marketing – Energy Automation Solutions will create an integrated marketing strategy to provide a roadmap for worldwide marketing efforts for the EAS unit, including pricing, promotion and channel tactical elements. This leader will oversee research for key marketing initiatives, including the identification of key issues, management of customer research, channel and end-user analysis, and development of comprehensive strategies.

Salary Range: BOE
Job Address: Flexible
Waukesha, WI 53188
Contact Phone: (262) 896-2505
Contact Fax: (999) 999-999
Contact E-mail: brianmiller@thenovogroup.com

Cooper Power Systems

Communications Engineer - Open to Location
Job Description: Cooper Power Systems recently created an Energy Automation Solutions (EAS) business unit to meet the growing utility demand for automation technologies and expertise. The EAS business unit focuses on providing comprehensive automation technologies and expertise that help our customers to increase productivity, improve system reliability and reduce costs. This allows Cooper Power Systems to create automation solutions that combine next generation technology with proven best-in-class products.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

Determine communication-related requirements for customer energy automation solutions. This will be accomplished through customer site/field visits and effective communications with customer engineering personnel to ultimately determine customer wants/needs.
Provide leadership and support for the communication domain of new product development projects. Uses the design control plan to conceive, propose and direct preparation of specifications and designs for new products, product lines and systems using state of the art concepts, materials and techniques.
Develop communication protocol implementations for embedded microprocessors based on open and proprietary standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BSEE or related discipline. Advanced engineering courses or degrees desirable.
2+ years of professional experience in engineering, including experience and/or exposure to the integration of communications’ equipment with electronics, electrical power equipment, it’s use and manufacture is preferred.
Familiarity/experience with integration of intelligent electronic devices with various types of communication equipment such as modems, radios, fiber optics, etc.

Communications Engineer
Position Responsibilities

Determine communication-related requirements for customer energy automation solutions. This will be accomplished through customer site/field visits and effective communications with customer engineering personnel to ultimately determine customer wants/needs.
Provide leadership and support for the communication domain of new product development projects. Uses the design control plan to conceive, propose and direct preparation of specifications and designs for new products, product lines and systems using state of the art concepts, materials and techniques.
Develop communication protocol implementations for embedded microprocessors based on open and proprietary standards
Coordination of new products with development teams, documenting and assisting with strategic automation direction. Integration of low power processor controlled electronics within high power/voltage electrical environments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BSEE or related discipline. Advanced engineering courses or degrees desirable.
2+ years of professional experience in engineering, including experience and/or exposure to the integration of communications’ equipment with electronics, electrical power equipment, it’s use and manufacture is preferred.
Familiarity with integration of intelligent electronic devices with various types of communication equipment such as modems, radios, fiber optics, etc.
Demonstrated leadership capability, experience in coordinating/completing complex electronic projects.
Demonstrated ability and experience necessary to manage outside contractors for electronic assembly and test.
Knowledge of implementing communication protocols in an embedded environment along with problem solving techniques to verify proper operation.
Understanding of modern data communications practices using open and proprietary protocols.
Ability to travel extensively (50%+) across North America to customer field sites to determine customer wants along with identification of other variables (equipment, geographic terrain, minerals, etc.), which could affect providing an optimal communications solution.

To apply for this opportunities, please email a cover letter, current resume and salary history to Randy McDermott at rmcdermott@cooperpower.com

Salary Range: BOE
Job Address: 2300 Badger Drive
Waukesha, WI
Country: USA 53188
Contact Phone: 262.896.2424
Contact Fax: 262-896-2427
Contact E-mail: rmcdermott@cooperpower.com
URL: www.cooperpower.com

Cordner & Associates, Inc.

Software/Systems QC/Testing Engineer
A large Southern California company is looking for a Technology Testing Manager with strong project management experience to work at their corporate headquarters near Los Angeles. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is interested in living and working in Southern California. The company is an equal opportunity employer and provides excellent salary and benefits. Responsibilities will include defining project scope, budgeting, scheduling, performance metric-tracking and managing project deliverables, reporting and documentation. You will work in the Technology Development department and have primary responsibility for the development and implementation of the meter and telecommunications technology testing program related to the company’s system-wide rollout of its Automated Metering Infrastructure (AMI). You will manage the Technology Testing Group and collaborate with AMI experts, IT Project Mangers, vendors and other stakeholders directly involved in the technology testing process. You will work closely with suppliers to develop complex testing regimens designed to innovate original and immediate solutions which are also flexible and robust enough to support an ever-evolving, state-of-the-art system.

Field Deployment Manager - Los Angeles
You should have extensive experience managing large-scale field deployment programs and/or energy or telecommunications construction projects. You should have typical project management skills including planning, scheduling, cost-containment and contract and risk-mitigation management. Strong leadership, team-building and interpersonal skills are essential. Direct experience as a witness or expert in regulatory proceedings is also desired. You should have excellent computer skills and experience with project management software and program controls methodologies. A degree in engineering or business, or the equivalent in experience and training, is required, and project management certification is preferred.

Responsibilities:
You will have primary responsibility for the field deployment of 5 million meters and the telecommunications network related to the company’s system-wide rollout of its Automated Metering Infrastructure (AMI). You will collaborate internally and externally to devise strategies for the most efficient, cost-effective deployment of company personnel and resources. Responsibilities will include defining project scope, budgeting, scheduling, performance metric-tracking and the management of supply chain logistics. You will manage the Field Deployment Group and develop primary working relationships with AMI experts and department heads directly involved in planning the changeout process and in defining its evolving requirements.

Salary Range: above120k
Job Address: 313 Point San Pedro Road
San Rafael, California 91770
Contact Phone: 415-955-9192
Contact Fax: 415-455-9193
Contact E-mail: lcordner@pacbell.net

Energate Inc.

Product Manager or Market Manager/Director
Job Description: Energate Inc. is a fast-growing technology company based in Ottawa, Canada delivering advanced energy and climate controls including smart, communicating thermostats.

We are currently seeking a Product Manager or Market Manager/Director with strong experience in the energy industry (AMI, energy management, demand-response, utilities). The main responsibilities for this position would be tracking and reporting market activity and trends related to Energate’s business, developing marketing and product strategy on an ongoing basis, developing proposals for new and existing customers, and interfacing with customers and Energate Engineering and Operations teams on new product introduction.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of related market or product management experience within an energy technology environment, plus at least 5 years in development, marketing, sales, or other related functional areas. The candidate should have a background in companies working within and selling products into the electric utility industry, with particular experience in demand response, smart metering, or automated meter reading infrastructure.

The candidate will have an advanced undergrad degree in engineering or business, ideally coupled with an MBA or equivalent. Experience in the HVAC industry is an asset. This position will demand strong business acumen, good written and presentation skills and a willingness to travel and engage with customers and other industry players.

Salary Range: BOE
Job Address: Headquarters in Canada. It may be possible for this job to be US based.
Ottawa,Ontario, K1V7P1
Canada
Contact Phone: 613-482-7928
Contact Fax: 613-482-4816
Contact E-mail: michael@energate.ca
URL: www.energate.ca

FirstPoint Energy Corp.

Technical Sales Representative
Promote and sell the complete products and services lines to the private and public water, gas and electric utilities; energy services providers; and end-use commercial and industrial customers in North America and Internationally.

These products and services are related to the automated acquisition of meter data for the measurement of water, gas and electricity and the management of meter data within the Information Technology; Energy management / Efficiency and Metering areas of this market.

REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors in Business with at least 2 years wholesale and manufacturing sales background.

Knowledge of Word, Excel, email, Outlook, database software and Access.

Travel at least 50% of the time.

Salary Range: BOE
Job Address: 14908 NW Greenbrier Parkway (Home Office)
City: Beaverton, OR 97006
Contact Phone: 503-425-5100
Contact Fax: 503-425-5010
Contact E-mail: jobs@firstpoint.com
URL: http://www.fisrtpoint.com

Kema Inc.

SMI Management Consultants
KEMA is an international company providing energy consulting, technology implementation and market knowledge expertise to 500 energy and utility clients in over 70 countries. We are seeking Management Consultants with knowledge and experience in consulting on AMR and/or AMI systems for utilities.

Responsibilities include working with utility AMR/AMI systems, MDM and related utility systems; leading project teams; working independently in solving complex business and technical issues; providing clear and concise business writing materials; writing and delivering AMR/AMI proposals; interacting with senior executive utility officials; developing publications in trade journals, delivering presentations at conferences; articulating points of view as an expert witness; and demonstrating strong skills in interviewing techniques.

Requirements include an MBA from a “top 50” institution; at least five years of relevant experience; willingness to travel on a regular basis; residence within close proximity of a major North American airport; strong skills with standard computer system tools; and proven utility relationships and project track record in AMR/AMI projects.

KEMA offers competitive salaries as well as an exceptional benefits package. Candidates must be fully authorized to work in the U.S. Email resume with cover letter to recruitus@kema.com.

KEMA is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range: BOE
Job Address: 67 South Bedford Street
Burlington, MA 01803
Contact Phone: 781-273-5700
Contact Fax: 781-229-4867
Contact E-mail: recruitus@kema.com
URL: www.kema.com

PCI Staffing Solutions

Power UP! – (Power Engineer with Extra Juice)
My client, a St. Louis based company creating sophisticated communication products is looking for a Senior Level Power Engineer to utilize practical and theoretical experience in a product development focus.

SCOPE OF POSITION
This individual will become a subject-matter expert in the technology as it relates to power system behavior, the power distribution system environment, and utility practices and requirements in power-distribution applications. With a strong foundation in practical experience and a background in the theory of power distribution systems, this individual will develop tools for and provide analysis of the sizing of substation equipment for the implementation of the technology in customer distribution networks. He/She will also understand performance in all power environments and consult with customers on matters of power-quality issues with respect to complex power related products.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Become the subject-mater expert in the system design group for all power distribution system issues as they relate to the technology.
Act as the system design lead for the development and documentation of tools to analyze the sizing of substation equipment needed for the system.
Support program management and field services when using the above tools to size substation equipment for existing and future customers.
Analyze non-standard power distribution systems and develop guidelines and recommendations for equipment sizing as it relates to the technology.
Model, analyze and assess new power configurations or unique conditions with respect to product feasibility and performance.
Work with the Advanced System and Technology group to help guide the definition of new applications in the areas of distribution network operation and optimization.
Provide support for assessing performance, both current design and proposed design enhancements, through power-system modeling, simulation, and analysis. Interact with different groups for the assessment of complex situations in the application of the technology.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
MSEE
10 + years experience in power engineering, with an emphasis on distribution network design and analysis.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to target analysis of complex systems and where that was an important part of the job.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Versatility in interdisciplinary fields with the ability to work in the details as well as take a higher level system view when working on problems.
Experience with at least one programming language (C, C#, Basic, etc) in a PC environment.

Client Manager
Our client, a company creating sophisticated communication products is looking for a client focused program Manager to continue their efforts in implementing complex data driven but hardware based software products. This position is based in Atlanta, GA.

Scope of Position
This position is responsible for managing all aspects of the client relationship and business engagement. The Client Manager has responsibility for planning, implementing and managing the complex data focused infrastructure project to budget. Project scope will include system (hardware, firmware and software) and services (design, installation, support, training) elements. The Client Manager drives development and execution of project plans, project communications, scope management, and exceptions management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide timely and accurate input to proposals/bids related to project management and services elements, including project documentation, services descriptions and services cost estimates Create project team structures, project scope documents, project plans and project management documentation to support proposals/bids and or contracted engagements Interface with internal Client Operations functions to communicate and manage contracted project activities.
Interface with external client on finalizing project plans, and executing contracted project to scope.
Interface with external client to communicate and manage contracted project activities.
Track and report on project status, scope, budget, exceptions and issues with client, and to internal constituents.
Manage projects to budget, initiate scope changes and obtain approvals.
Develop / Refine / Improve project office processes and procedures, and inter-relationships with other Deliver Solutions and related support processes.
Travels to client sites as required.
Represent Company in a positive, professional and enthusiastic manner when working with both external and internal customers.
Support and adhere to Company’s core values.
Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required.

Experience and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field plus minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible project management or equivalent combination of education and experience; PMI certification desirable Multi-year experience implementing complex solutions, including hardware and software components, and field-installation activities Multi-year and multi-project experience managing profit against contracted engagements Strong PC skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications Strong, organizational skills Strong verbal and written communication as well as presentation skills Ability to multi-task Demonstrated project management skills Leadership skills in a matrixed environment Utility industry and/or AMR/AMI experience preferred Willingness & ability to travel

Database Reporting Analyst
Our client, a company creating sophisticated communication products is looking for an analyst skilled with database reporting to continue their efforts in implementing complex data driven but hardware based software products. This position is based in Atlanta GA.

Scope of Position
This position has responsibility for defining the data needs of various departments within our client and creating reports to respond to those needs. This position will require interfacing with all functional areas of the Company as well as having an in depth knowledge of data management and reporting practices, techniques, and tools. This position resides in the Network Management function in the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Consults with various functional areas, such as System Marketing, Network Management, and Client Management to determine data and reporting requirements.
Creates and distribute reports in support of data needs from various functional areas.
Administers, plans, coordinates, implements, and maintains various databases.
Develops policies and procedures for ensuring the security and integrity of various data environments.
Performs importing and exporting of data Establishes and maintains policies, procedures, and standards relating to database management.
Reviews, evaluates, designs, implements, and maintains databases Recommends standard reports to be incorporated into the system’s standard user interface Represent Company in a positive, professional and enthusiastic manner when working with both external and internal customers.
Support and adhere to Company’s core values.

Experience and Qualifications:
College diploma and/or 3 years equivalent work experience Experience as a Report Writer using SQL and various report writing tools Strong understanding of database structures, theories, principles, and practices Experience with data processing flowcharting techniques General knowledge of data privacy practices and laws Good written and oral communication skills Strong technical documentation skills Good interpersonal skills Ability to conduct research into database issues, standards and products as required Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language Highly self motivated and directed Keen attention to detail Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment Strong customer service orientation Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Strong data analysis, data modeling, and reporting skills Data warehouse experience is a plus Technical Requirements:
Windows 2000, XP
SQL
Report Writers (e.g., Crystal, Foxfire, etc.) Microsoft Access Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel .NET Services

Field Services Manager
Our client, a company creating sophisticated communication products, is looking for a Field Services Manager to continue their efforts in developing and implementing complex data driven but hardware based software products. This position is in Atlanta, GA.

Scope of Position
The Field Services Manager’s primary area of responsibility is to provide field support services to customers of our client during the installation of complex data focused networks as well as providing onsite troubleshooting of our networks. This position requires leading a group of field services technicians/analysts and contracting, coordinating, and overseeing work performed by contract personnel. This position will interact extensively with Client Management and Network Management functions. The Field Services Manager may require up to 50% of travel to customer sites.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Functional and budgetary responsibility for Field Services function Negotiating services and rates associated with contract labor Coaching and educating onsite field work performed by Company personnel as well as contract labor Develop and ensure overall adherence to safety policies and procedures utilized by Field Services Team Evolving of network installation and troubleshooting processes and procedures Defining performance metrics for field installation and troubleshooting of networks Maintaining database of all troubleshooting and analysis performed onsite by field personnel Reporting statistics on number of problems diagnosed onsite, time required, and results Receiving, assigning resources, and responding to trouble tickets from Network Management and making assignments for field visits Reporting to Network Management on all actions performed on site and results Ensuring field services personnel is trained on products utilized in field to install and troubleshoot problems relating to network stability Identifying improvements associated with tools and techniques utilized in the field Providing on-call service coordination 24 x 7 as required to support customer contracts.
Represent our company in a positive, professional and enthusiastic manner when working with both external and internal customers.
Support and adhere to Company’s core values.
Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required.

Experience and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree with 3-5 years experience service coordination and supervisory experience Extensive experience working with contract labor Ability to multi-task, prioritize tasks and respond with sense of urgency Ability to document and evolve processes and procedures Self-motivated and responsive to Network Management and Client Management Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Experience working with work management tracking software Knowledge of Radio Frequency technology a plus (low power RF preferred) Knowledge of Electric / Water / Gas utility metering industry a plus Technical knowledge and understanding of networks, infrastructure, and equipment Demonstrated knowledge of standard field service methods and procedures Exceptional ability to develop productive and positive relationships

Functional Test Engineer
Our client, a St. Louis based company creating sophisticated communication products is looking for a Functional Test Engineer.

SCOPE OF POSITION
Under general management supervision, provides functional verification of designs prior to release to production. Develops test strategies, test plans and detailed procedures to validate conformance to documented requirements. Develops test methodologies that confirm proper operation at known boundary conditions and smooth handling of unusual conditions likely encountered in the field. Executes, or works with test technicians to execute test plans and interpret results. Products include both software and embedded systems.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Follows established procedures to verify products perform to specification.
Extracts functional requirements from design documents to create written test strategies, plans and test cases for each product.
Works with members of the project team to ensure clarity of documented requirements.
Develops a solid understanding of tested product’s intended performance.
Specifies the hardware environments required to support test plans for new products and/or functionalities.
Proposes test plans that seek to minimize risks of undetected bugs while acknowledging the organization’s responsibility to meet delivery schedules.
Utilizes automated test tools to improve test efficiency and repeatability.
Estimates realistic completion dates and reports timely progress information to the project team members and the Engineering Test Manager.
Logs bugs encountered via the variance tracking database; verifies bugs are properly resolved.
Proactively works with the project team to find effective solution for bugs.
Documents test results concurrently with test process, minimizing overall cycle time.
Assists the Test Group improve test methods by incorporating best practices.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
BSEE or BSET or equivalent degree.
A minimum of 3 years experience in which functional testing of embedded software was an important part of the job.
Ability to write documents that clearly communicate the test plans and procedures needed to fully verify the functionality of a new product.
Strong communication skills with the ability to write and speak effectively.
Skilled in configuring and debugging hardware for test environments.
Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a multi-tasking environment.
Experienced in the use of personal computers in a normal office environment including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Makes appropriate and effective use of team approach to problem solving.
Electronic communications systems background is a plus.
Experience in the utility industry is a plus.
Familiarity with software programming (Visual Basic, C++, etc.) to customize test environments is a plus.

Manufacturing Test Engineer
My client, a St. Louis based company creating sophisticated communication products, is looking for a Manufacturing Test Engineer.

SCOPE OF POSITION
Provide support for the development of new and improved test processes for use by the manufacturing and suppliers that support all products. Responsibility will include functional, burn-in, in-circuit and integration test systems. On site support of test systems will be required for suppliers, third-party integrators, meter manufacturers and customer owned facilities.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Benchmark existing manufacturing and meter integration test systems and provide process improvement support.

Work closely with suppliers, third-party integrators and meter manufacturers to design and develop and implement test software tools. These software tools may utilize web based and/or networked interfaces.

Design, develop, and procure necessary software/hardware elements to satisfy product manufacturing tests requirements in timely manner.

Work closely with Design Engineering and Quality to identify process and product testability issues, requirements and methods for new products as well as those currently in production.
Oversee the implementation of test solutions for all manufacturing and integration processes at company’s suppliers, third-party integrators, meter manufacturers and customer facilities.
Develop releasable documentation, as required, for all test procedures. Provide ‘hands on’ support for test equipment, implementation of test equipment, hardware/software troubleshooting, maintenance and process verification.

Participate and report test process results to the project team in a timely manner. Work closely with Engineering, Systems, Product Design and Quality groups in the evaluation of test processes results.

Document and report the progress and status of design projects development, and requirements, on an ongoing basis to the MIMT manager and/or project team members.
Support company-wide continuous quality improvement by providing recommendations for cost reductions in job related areas, such as, policies, procedures, methods, and products Additional duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
BSEE or BA in computer Science, or equivalent experience.
Possess 4-6 years of experience in team based design and development in one or more of the following: PC based test equipment, Mechanical fixtures, Serial Port communications, digital and analog interface circuits and control of power circuits.
Strong VB or VB .NET experience.
Strong SQL Server 2000 and/or Oracle 8/9/10 database experience with ability to write complex SQL queries (sub-queries, multiple outer joins, unions, etc.) Extensive experience writing OCX and DLL components Excellent knowledge of PC based word processing and spreadsheet software package.
Practical knowledge of HTML, XML, XSL or other web based software.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively Must be detail-oriented and have the ability to multitask Able to work well in a team environment requiring excellent verbal communication skills.
Must be willing and able to travel ~20% of the time for off-site for training, manufacturing and integration process support.
Mechanical skills and experience would be considered a plus.

Mapping Analyst
Job Description: Our client, a company creating sophisticated communication products is looking for an analyst to continue their efforts in implementing complex data driven but hardware based software products. This position is based in Atlanta, GA.

Scope of Position
This position will be responsible for mapping and data management support through steps leading up to a contracted client engagement, during the actual deployment, and post deployment. This position serves as a support role to the Marketing, Client Management, Engineering and Solutions Delivery functions of the Company.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain and map data points from high performance databases associated with client-provided and purchased data.
Support:
Marketing efforts to respond to requests for information and formal proposals.
Deployment installations of hundreds and to multi-million endpoints.
Deployment troubleshooting on deployed endpoints.
Provide day-to-day mapping support functions.
Provide mapping, demographic and geographic data management.
Work with large amounts of data utilizing mapping applications.
Investigate avenues and research information pertaining to demographic and geographic areas.
Represent Company in a positive, professional and enthusiastic manner when working with both external and internal customers.
Support and adhere to Company’s core values.
Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required.

Experience and Qualifications:
High school education or equivalent plus specialized training/experience in mapping software (i.e., MapInfo) Experience working with demographic and geographic data (research, interpretation and application) Strong PC skills with extensive knowledge of Windows 2000, XP, Microsoft Office Suite, Database tools (SQL, MS Access, Crystal Reports) Experience in database manipulation (server-based and data file-based preferable) Knowledge of Electric / Water / Gas utility metering industry is a plus.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize tasks and deliver against deadlines.
Ability to document and evolve processes and procedures.
Self-motivated and responsive to internal client needs.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Project Engineer
My client, a St. Louis based company creating sophisticated communication products is looking for a contract project engineer. This is a long term contract position located in St. Louis, MO

SCOPE OF POSITION
Under general supervision, plans and manages the activities of engineering hardware, software and systems design teams in the development of our client’s communications systems and products.
Plans, organizes and monitors the completion of requirement definitions, functional specifications, product design specifications, design documents, and system and technical architecture definition.
Plans, organizes and monitors the development and product/system testing to insure completion of the product or system on schedule and within budget.
Utilizes project management tools to estimate and plan development projects, monitor project cost and progress, report project status and hold project reviews.
Minimizes the company’s exposure to potential risks.
Assigned projects are diverse in nature requiring initiative and judgment in determining appropriate actions. Will make technical and project review presentations to Senior Management and to customer decision makers.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide Project Management support to engineering management in organizing and executing the development project of new products and systems solutions that meet customer requirements. Support proposal efforts in the area of engineering project scheduling and team requirements definition.
For new product and system developments, support Marketing management in orchestrating the definition of functional requirements, insuring product-cost and project schedules meet market needs. Develop and maintain the engineering project schedule, provide support to Engineering Management by leading Project Design Reviews.
Support Program and Marketing Management through the oversight of engineering development of customer specific products and system applications. Minimize risk to the company by insuring engineering development efforts remain on schedule and within cost targets.
Responsible for the release, in accordance with the approved engineering procedures, to production of all necessary drawings, design specifications and other internal and customer documentation for new products and systems on assigned development projects.
Support the product development and test personnel during Alpha, Beta, First Article, Product and System Acceptance tests of new products and systems.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Two to five years of project management experience.
Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent Bachelor’s degree.
Excellent multi-task/multi-project organizational skills.
Excellent presentation, oral and written communications skills.
Results oriented, with exceptional team building and project management skills, PMI Certification a plus.
Skilled in the use of PC applications such as MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and Project.

Project Manager
Our client, a company creating sophisticated communication products, is looking for a Project Manager to continue their efforts in developing and implementing complex data driven but hardware based software products. This position is in Atlanta, GA.

Scope of Position
The Project Manager works within the operations organization to provide direct project office support for key projects and contracted engagements, via specific processes. Project scope will includes projects associated with complex infrastructure systems (hardware, firmware and software) and services (system design, installation, support, training) delivery elements. The Project Manager works with the Client Manager regarding all aspects of project plans, project communications, scope management, and exceptions management.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Effectively manage and coordinate resources to accomplish the planning, deployment and support of the complex data driven infrastructure solutions.
Create & maintain project scope documents, project plans and project management documentation to support proposals/bids and or contracted engagements.
Provide in-house and onsite Project Services representation and support of project meetings and activities.
Track and report (qualitative and quantitative) on project status, scope, budget, exceptions and issues with client, and to internal constituents.
Develop / Refine / Improve project office processes and procedures, and inter-relationships with other Deliver Solutions and related support processes.
Represent Company in a positive, professional and enthusiastic manner when working with both external and internal customers.
Support and adhere to Company’s core values.
Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required.

Experience and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of project management or technical support experience in an electronic technology related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Multi-year experience managing complex projects, including hardware and software components, and field-installation activities Possess or demonstrate knowledge of and competency in project management processes, including planning tasks and allocating resources, risk management, issues management. Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professionals (PMP) or equivalent certification preferred.
IT/Technical oriented Project Management Experience desired
Strong, polished organization, communication and presentation skills, including ability to read, interpret and write reports and business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to present information and respond to questions from individuals or groups of managers, clients, and customers.
Strong PC skills including Microsoft Office Suite proficiency Ability to prioritize and multi-task Ability to utilize project management tools and software packages such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, Suretrac, etc.
Ability to travel up to 25% of work schedule

Quality Engineer III
My client, a St. Louis based company creating sophisticated communication products, is looking for a Quality Engineer.

SCOPE OF POSITION
The Quality and Reliability Engineer III ensures that all company products have been carefully reviewed, revised, and monitored during the development and manufacturing process so that they meet the company’s quality requirements. Analyzes any and all available information to determine when products are not performing to our customer’s satisfaction and that this knowledge is incorporated into the product review and revision. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals with a degree of creativity and latitude expected.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Participates on Change Control Board (CCB) and/or Material Review Board (MRB) as required to assure objectives are met.
Participates in design reviews and compliance testing of new products to ensure compliance to quality requirements of approval agencies and customers.
Develop and maintain quality information systems for analysis of material quality and component and product failure trends to provide timely analysis reports and charts as necessary to communicate supplier performance.
Designs inspection plans for parts and materials to ensure engineering specifications are met at minimal cost.
Performs/participates/directs failure analysis investigations as required and completes failure analysis reports to document results.
Plans and implements Quality Project plans on new product designs.
Performs or supervises the performance of quality audits and writes quality audit procedures that will ensure effective quality audits.
Responds to product returns by failure analysis, reporting and corrective action recommendations.
Coordinates and monitors contributions to quality by other departments, customers and suppliers as required to assure corrective action.
Develops workmanship standards and quality procedures required for suppliers.
Coordinates implementation, compliance and maintenance of Quality System Management System.
Active participates in quality and compliance to ISO 9001:2000.
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
ASQ Quality Engineer certification desirable.
Five to eight years engineering experience in procurement, manufacturing or quality control in an electronic/electromechanical environment.
Working knowledge of statistical process control and experimental design concepts.
General understanding of basic electronics, microprocessors, and integrated circuits.

Software Development Manager
Our client, a St. Louis based company creating sophisticated communication products is looking for a Software Development Manager.

SCOPE OF POSITION
Software Development Manager for a high-profile, complex, distributed, 24x7, commercial system software product hosted on the J2EE platform. Supervisory responsibility for a team of roughly 15 J2EE developers. This position will also support critical technical tasks, including the design and development of foundational code as well as the specification of and direction for improvements to the development environment. Advise the management team on improvements to process and ensure appropriate discipline in implementing new and existing software processes.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensure that appropriate development staff are hired, trained and assigned according to their skill sets.
Mentor new staff, assist existing staff with career development and ensure that proper tools and domain training are provided.
Monitor and evaluate staff performance through yearly performance evaluations.
Assist project management with estimating workload and schedules for technical completion.
Support application-level architectural enhancements through leadership and contributions to technical design, development and system improvements.
Assist project control and process instrumentation including automation of metrics generation used for objective analysis.
Ensure development standards are followed for all J2EE development including automated checks (via tools such as CheckStyle, Macker, etc.) Review artifacts from all phases – Use Cases, estimates, HLDs, LLDs, code, tests – to make sure they meet requirements and the architectural vision for the product.
Development of frameworks and other key areas.
Manages the team members and structures the team’s task for efficiency and effectiveness.
Primary technical expert in the design and development of a single, or multiple significant subsystems within a large J2EE application.
Coordinates with Solution Architects to ensure that specific implementations meet system architectural requirements and objectives.
Works with other Senior Developers overseeing other subsystem(s) to ensure design integrity, continuity and compatibility.
Performs team-internal technical and peer reviews of implementations by junior staff to ensure that design and development strategies meet requirements and architectural vision for the product.
Communicates as needed with the Project Manager, other Senior Developers, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and Solution Architects to provide updates on progress, implementation issues and status.
Escalates issues in a timely manner and provides mitigation recommendations to the Project Manager.
Identifies resource needs and communicates them to PMO and Project Manager.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
At least 10 years of experience in design and development using Systems Development Life Cycle and Project Management Methodologies.
Minimum of 5 years experience as a supervisor of at least 10 technical staff members with a proven track record of employee retention and motivation.
At least 2 years experience as an Application Architect or Software Development Manager.
Highly proficient developing for the J2EE platform, especially with EJB, JMS and/or transactions.
Experience on 2 full project life cycles.
Experience with a variety of architecture/design patterns and idioms, especially J2EE patterns.
Understanding of the J2EE deployment model (e.g., EAR, WAR, JAR, etc.).
Database and JDBC/SQL expertise.
Must have automation experience including Ant, JUint and/or Cactus, metrics generation, style checkers (e.g., CheckStyle, Macker …).
Proficient in UML, RUP and Rational tools.
Excellent time management skills, including multi-tasking and prioritization.
Excellent analytical skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including mentoring and performance feedback.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Exposure to a broad range of development experience a plus.
Advanced algorithms and data structures knowledge a plus.
Distributed systems experience a plus.
Real-time or telecommunications software experience a plus.

Sr. Engineering Specialist, Firmware Engineer
My client, a St. Louis based company creating sophisticated communication products is looking for a Firmware Engineer.

SCOPE OF POSITION
Provide technical support for the firmware product. Participate in product deployment at customer sites, and provide leadership in resolving customer technical support issues. Assist with new product development as time permits. Develop test tools for the product.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide product support for existing 32-bit firmware written in C.
Develop software functional specifications and requirements documentation for existing products.
Design, implement and test new software algorithms.
Develop test requirements and create test reports.
Participate in technical reviews of the work performed by the group.
Other duties as assigned by the Group Engineer

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
7 years of applicable industry experience
5+ years experience in analysis, design, coding, and testing assembler and C code for embedded systems using a Real Time Operating System.
Experience working with complex systems.
Working knowledge of microprocessor hardware systems, ICE, logic analyzers and oscilloscopes.
Solid troubleshooting skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills
Preferred: Motorola 68K and TI TMS320 (C3x, C6x), pSOS, DSP/BIOS, some assembly language. Some Visual C++ GUI experience. Revision control tools (MKS, Clearcase).

Sr. Enterprise Developer-Maintenance
My client, a St. Louis based company creating sophisticated communication products, is looking for a Sr. Enterprise Developer for maintenance of their current systems.

SCOPE OF POSITION
Software maintenance, development and design on a large, complex J2EE system. Work with other maintenance developers, database administrators and onsite operations staff to support customer needs, correct software defects and provide operational support to mission-critical requirements.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
J2EE maintenance and development including testing, coding, debugging and documentation.
Troubleshooting of system problems, providing on-call applications maintenance support.
Ensure that response times and client service levels are met.
Assist with testing and release management for system patches and maintenance releases.
Assist development team in understanding customer needs, desired improvements to software functionality and ongoing design and development activities.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
7-10 years development and maintenance experience; an advanced degree will be considered as equivalent to 3 years experience.
Experience providing maintenance support for business-critical client applications.
Proficient developing for the J2EE platform, especially with EJB, JMS and/or transactions.
Familiar with a variety of design patterns, especially J2EE patterns.
Experience with testing and debugging required.
Experience with Source Control Management systems like CVS, ClearCase, RCS, etc. required.
Proficient with JDBC/SQL.
Up on new technologies like EJB 3, Java 5, etc. desirable.
Must have automated testing experience with JUnit, DbUnit, Cactus, etc.
Good understanding of data structures and the Java Collections framework required.
Knowledge of algorithms.
Understanding of persistence frameworks – O/R mappers (hibernate, TopLink, EJB 3), DAOs, Entity Beans.
Firm understanding of Object-Oriented methodologies.
Proficient in UML, RUP and Rational tools.
Excellent analytical skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Exposure to a broad range of development tools and methodologies.
Web Services and/or XML experience a plus.
Experience in developing systems for telecommunications or process control domain is a plus.

Sr. Hardware Test Engineer
My client, a St. Louis based company creating sophisticated communication products, is looking for a Senior Test Engineer

SCOPE OF POSITION
Provide technical leadership for product test practices and methodologies; develop test tools for same, and carry out the functional, system and alpha testing of hardware / firmware prior to product release. Provide assistance to others in the Product Test Group in creation of Functional Acceptance Tests, associated test platforms and documentation.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop, document and execute test protocols that exercise complete system functionality, while making efficient use of test resources.
Implement strategies that utilize automated test tools and techniques to verify design and programming of equipment.
Create test plans and test procedures based on product definitions and document results in written test reports.
Organize testing in a modular fashion so that elements can be reused Work with the system specification developer and the test software developer to:
Design, construct and maintain a hardware platform for testing Develop a standard test protocol that verifies core functionality and regression tests each product upgrade Create additional test strategies for new / redefined functionality For each product release:
Thoroughly understand the functional specification Develop test plans and procedures that fully verify product functionality Design and document test setups to implement test plans Create and file test documentation so that previous test efforts can be reconstructed Work with product design team to reconcile variances in expected operation encountered during testing Support each product development plan by performing and reporting on functional, system integration and alpha tests in a timely fashion Prepare test reports for discussion at design reviews Assist others in the group in developing a common, easily re-configurable test station. Including, but not limited to, the test hardware, software and test suites.
Provide input to general improvement plans for Functional Acceptance Testing (FAT).

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
BS in an engineering, computer science, or computer-related program, or equivalent experience
8 years industry experience in an electronic/software product development environment
4 years experience in product embedded system engineering / verification testing Skilled at working with others in solving problems to attain the most beneficial conclusion Strong analytical thinking, with the ability to focus on the best systematic approach to complex problems.

Sr. Solution Architect
My client, a St. Louis based company creating sophisticated communication products is looking for a Senior Solutions Architect.

SCOPE OF POSITION
Sr. Solution Architect for a high-profile complex, distributed, 24x7, commercial system software product hosted on the J2EE platform. Will be on a small team of Architects that ensure the technology implemented will serve the business needs and vision. Work with the Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)/Business Analysts (BAs), Project Management (PMs) and Development Manager to drive releases and balance scope, schedule, quality and cost.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for the overall technical vision of the product and how that vision serves the business and is realized in construction.
Provide expertise to anticipate schedule and technical risks.
Assist in building commercial software house – policy, organization, staffing and process.
Lead project control and process instrumentation including automation of metrics generation used for objective analysis.
Ensure development standards are followed for all J2EE development including automated checks (via tools such as CheckStyle, Macker, etc.) Review and sign-off on artifacts from all phases – Uses Cases, estimates, HLDs, LLDs, code, tests – to make sure they meet requirements and the architectural vision for the product.
Development on frameworks and other key areas.
Help with performance/scale/high-availability issues including resolving deadlocks and race conditions applying thread dumps, profilers, etc.
Author documentation including Software Architecture Document (4 + 1 views), engine diagrams, etc.
Assists other disciplines as needed including Infrastructure for sizing, platform strategy/migration/configuration and build automation.
Support both production and development including escalation and promotion management.
Communicates as needed with the Project Manager and Development/Test/Performance Managers for updates on progress, implementation issues and status.
Escalates issues in a timely manner and provides mitigation recommendations to the Project Manager.
Identifies resource needs and communicates them to PMO and Project Manager.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
12+ years of experience in design and development using Systems Development Life Cycle and Project Management Methodologies.
4+ years as Enterprise Architect.
Demonstrated technical knowledge of J2EE and related technologies including EJB, JMS, and JDBC.
Experience on several full project life cycles.
Experience with a variety of architecture/design patterns and idioms.
Experience with developing performant/scalable/high-availability systems; specifically performance/reliability issues - concurrency, deadlocks, race conditions, database contention, transactions, error handling/recovery and self-correction, applying profiling, memory analysis and thread dumps is highly desirable.
Understanding of the J2EE deployment model (e.g., EAR, WAR, JAR, etc.), hierarchical class loading, clustering, load balancing and failover.
Database (preferably Oracle) and JDBC/SQL expertise.
Must have automation experience including Ant, JUnit and/or Cactus, metrics generation, style checkers (e.g., CheckStyle, Macker, …).
Highly proficient in UML, RUP and Rational tools.
Excellent time management skills, including multi-tasking and prioritization.
Excellent analytical skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including mentoring and performance feedback.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
Exposure to a broad range of development tools and methodologies.
Commercial Software development experience a plus.
Advanced algorithms and data structures knowledge a plus.
Distributed systems experience - SOA, Web Services, COM, CORBA - a plus.
Real-time or telecommunications software experience a plus.

Systems Solution Analyst
Our client, a company creating sophisticated communication products, is looking for a System Solution Analyst to continue their efforts in developing and implementing complex data driven but hardware based software products. This position is in Atlanta, GA.

Scope of Position
This position is responsible for providing Radio Frequency (RF) Network design and validation for various process steps leading up to a contracted client engagement and during the actual deployment. This includes New Product Design, RFI, RFP, and Contract commitments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Define network hardware requirements and performance capabilities in support of specific client RFI, RFP, and Deployment Contract Awards.
Perform network design activities for the local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN) and data center (NOC) elements of the total solution. Includes modeling activities necessary to estimate capacity requirements based on client requirements.
Maintain, evaluate, analyze and utilize high performance databases associated with client-provided and purchased data.
Support engineering field trials of hundreds of endpoints up to multi-million point deployments and day-to-day support of System Solutions function.
Provide mapping, demographic and geographic data management services.
Work with large amounts of data utilizing various RF models and mapping applications.
Continue to validate and evolve RF and data models to ensure that the current model used for projecting network solutions is in conformance with the latest technology developments and new product introductions.
Represent Company in a positive, professional and enthusiastic manner when working with both external and internal customers.
Support and adhere to Company’s core values.
Perform other duties or responsibilities as assigned or required.

Experience and Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field plus specialized knowledge of Radio Frequency technology (low power RF preferred) Knowledge of Electric / Water / Gas utility metering industry highly desirable Antenna knowledge related to propagation models and knowledge of RF propagation models desired Experience with mapping software (e.g., MapInfo) Experience in database management (server-based and data file-based preferable) Extensive knowledge & experience in database management/tools (SQL, MSAccess, Crystal Reports) Experience working with demographic and geographic data (research and interpretation and application) Ability to multi-task, prioritize tasks and deliver against deadlines Ability to document and evolve processes and procedures Self-motivated and responsive to internal and external client needs Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Strong business communication skills Strong analytical troubleshooting skills

Technical Requirements:
Windows 2000, XP
Microsoft Access
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
SQL
Crystal Reporting
MapInfo

For all jobs:
S alary Range: BOE
Job Address: 11854 Lackland Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63146
Contact Phone: 314-977-1212
Contact Fax: 401-712-6578
Contact E-mail: sarah@tech-staffing.com
URL: www.tech-staffing.com

Sequence Systems

Electrical Engineer - Utility Metering / AMI
We are seeking an Electrical Engineer, with previous experience developing AMI for a newly developing project in the Southwest. Position is Based in Southern California.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years experience in electrical metering and management of hybrid metering systems. As a key member involved in the management, regulation and distribution of energy the senior engineer will be responsible for undertaking the day to day management and implementation of AMI systems throughout the region.

The ideal candidate would have previous experience in selection, testing and analyzing metering systems that involve hybrid reading capabilities (drive-by, broadband, RFI) as well as the understanding of how to implement systems county wide. Candidates will have knowledge of relevant software (Infoworks, SynerGEE and MapInfo an advantage), good knowledge of the design and implementation of district metering schemes, knowledge of the calibration/verification of system models, energy control and customer billing systems.

Requires a degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline. Registration as a Electric Engineer a Plus to consideration. Must have direct experience managing metering systems for a county of atleast 100,000 users.

Electrical Engineer - Utility Metering Manager
We are seeking an experience Electrical Engineer with Utility Metering Experience.

Position is based in Southern California and offers excellent compensation and benefits.

For Consideration please forward resume or contact directly:

Sequence Systems
Attn: Michael DeSafey
2008 Opportunity Drive #150
Roseville, Ca 95678
Phone: 916-782-6900 x202
Fax: 916-782-6307
Email: mdesafey@sequencestaffing.com
www.sequencestaffing.com

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