Company Description
Itron is revolutionizing how utilities and cities manage energy and water. We are committed to creating a more sustainable, resourceful world. Join us.
Itron is dedicated to helping utilities, relevant market parties and municipalities navigate the complexities of the evolving energy landscape, ensuring they remain competitive and efficient while embracing new technologies and regulatory requirements. Itron offers products, networked solutions, and outcome services.
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled professional to join our team focused on providing cutting-edge solutions for grid management, distributed intelligence, and energy market optimization. The core focus for the short term will lie on the UK-market current initiatives (ADS MHHS) , expanding out into the wider EMEA region midterm.
The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in the utility market, with a strong focus on utility primary business processes, metering, and data, grid management/distributed intelligence, and trends. This role requires a thorough understanding of grid management, distributed intelligence, and energy management, enabling our clients to optimize operations and drive innovation.
Main Responsibilities
- Lead strategic consulting engagements with utility clients, focusing on primary business processes, market trends, meter data management, and grid management strategies.
- Develop and implement business strategies that leverage distributed intelligence, distributed grid management, and distributed energy management to enhance grid performance and operational efficiency.
- Provide expert advice on industry best practices, regulatory compliance, and technological advancements.
- Conduct comprehensive market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges in the utility sector.
- Develop actionable insights and recommendations based on market data, regulatory changes, and technological developments.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact.
- Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and presentations to engage clients and enhance their understanding of grid management and distributed energy management.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, data science, and IT, to deliver comprehensive solutions.
- Ensure all consulting engagements comply with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices.
- Provide guidance on regulatory requirements and support clients in achieving compliance.
- Support Itron in industry forums and regional market programs.
- Publish thought leadership articles, whitepapers, and case studies to establish Itron as an industry leader.
- Represent the company at industry conferences, seminars, and events.
Required Profile
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Business Administration, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. An MBA or Ph.D. is a plus.
- 10+ years of experience in the utility sector, with a focus on business consulting, grid management, distributed grid management, and distributed energy management.
- Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex consulting projects.
- In-depth knowledge of utility market dynamics, regulatory environment, and industry best practices.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and stakeholders.
- Experience with project management tools and methodologies.
- Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, CMC) are a plus.
What We Offer
- Hybrid position with the expectation to visit our office in Martlesham, UK.
- Opportunity to actively take part in the transformation of cities and utilities for smarter management of critical resources.
- International and multicultural working environment, which provides a unique opportunity to improve the way we support our customers by interacting with colleagues and partners from all around the world.
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