Apprentice

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. Position Summary (Must have graduated recently or graduated in 2025) : We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Engineer to join our Embedded Firmware Validation team in Bangalore. This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates who are passionate about embedded systems, firmware testing, and product quality, and are eager to build a career in the technology industry serving Utilities and Energy customers. As an Apprentice Engineer, you will work closely with experienced engineers to validate embedded firmware running on ARM-based microcontrollers, execute firmware and protocol testing activities, support test automation initiatives, and contribute to the quality and reliability of innovative products. This role provides hands-on experience in firmware validation, debugging, protocol testing, and automation within a collaborative and agile engineering environment. We value individuals who demonstrate a customer-centric mindset, accountability, authenticity, agility, collaboration, and innovation while contributing to the development of high-quality solutions for Utilities and Energy customers. Duties & Responsibilities : Assist in validating embedded firmware functionality, performance, reliability, and quality across product development initiatives. Execute firmware verification, validation, and regression test cases to ensure compliance with product requirements. Support protocol testing activities and verify communication between embedded devices and associated systems. Analyze test results, identify defects, and assist with troubleshooting and root cause analysis activities. Work closely with senior engineers to investigate firmware issues and support product quality improvements. Participate in the development, execution, and maintenance of automated test scripts and test frameworks. Contribute to the testing and validation of RF-enabled and battery-operated devices where applicable. Document test procedures, test results, defects, and verification reports in a clear and organized manner. Collaborate with firmware, hardware, and cross-functional engineering teams to support successful product releases. Participate actively in agile activities, including planning sessions, reviews, retrospectives, and team discussions. Demonstrate accountability for assigned tasks and ensure timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards. Contribute innovative ideas that improve firmware validation processes, test automation, product reliability, and team effectiveness. Required Skills & Experience : Education Required Bachelor's Degree in Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. …