Network Engineer I — AMI/Wireless, Hybrid

Job overview

The Network Engineer I — AMI/Wireless role is hybrid in St. Louis, MO, with a flexible onsite schedule. Compensation is not specified. The role supports a Midwest energy utility’s Wide Area Network team, which manages communications beyond the client’s buildings. The engineer focuses on the Automated Metering Infrastructure wireless network, modeling signal coverage and supporting equipment deployment and network operations. The work helps plan reliable connectivity for meters and field devices and supports the network through deployment, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

What you'll do

• Model 900 MHz AMI wireless signal propagation in EDX to plan collector placement
• prepare repeater and collector deployments
• coordinate with field crews and vendors on installation questions
• configure cellular devices and routers
• track deployment progress and confirm installed devices work
• monitor performance, troubleshoot basic issues, document activities, update procedures, and support hardware, software, security, and scripting initiatives.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

network engineer i

ami

wireless networking

hybrid

st. louis mo

sbs creatix

full-time

900 mhz

edx

tcp/ip

subnetting

cellular routers

utility network

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Early-career candidates are welcome; relevant analyst, administrator, help desk, or desktop support experience may fit; CCNA/CCNP is not required.

About the employer

SBS Creatix, LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.