Itron is excited to bring back two different in-person, hands-on training workshops this fall. Both workshops will be two- and a half-day in length in San Diego, California on September 26-28. Energy Forecasting 101 is geared more towards new forecasters while the Fundamentals of Sales and Demand Forecasting workshop builds the basics of linear regression and exponential smoothing in the development of sales, energy and demand forecasts to support the financial and long-term planning processes. Come visit us in sunny San Diego to increase your skillset and network with your peers! Click on the links above for more information and to register. Space is limited.

A: My professional journey began at Itron, where I joined as an apprentice. I started my career as part of the End-to-End (E2E) Outcomes Testing team, where I received hands-on training in end-to-end testing of key Itron products, including AMM, OWOC, IMS, and IEE. This role gave me a strong foundation in product quality validation and system workflows.

Q: What was your first job at Itron?
A: My first role at Itron was as an apprentice, where I received hands-on training and actively contributed to end-to-end outcome testing. I worked on validating the complete E2E data flow of meters across key systems such as AMM, IMS, and IEE. In addition to manual validation, I also worked on automating E2E test cases.

Q: What is your alma mater?
A: I completed my bachelor’s degree in electronics and communication engineering at Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU).

Q: What is your current role at Itron?

A: I am currently a software engineer at Itron, working as an end-to-end tester on the Distributed Intelligence Outcomes team.

Q: What’s your proudest professional accomplishment at Itron?
Still can’t travel or need training sooner? There are still a few spaces left in the Virtual Forecasting 101 Workshop on June 12-15. Please note, the virtual class is limited to MetrixND users.

A: My proudest accomplishment at Itron is completing my one-year apprenticeship, which led to the opportunity to join the organization as a full-time employee, an important milestone in my professional growth.

Q: Do you have a favorite artist or genre of music that you love to jam to during the workday?
A: I enjoy listening to melody tracks during the workday because they create a soothing and productive atmosphere for me.

Q: How would you describe the culture at Itron’s Bangalore location to someone considering a career at that site?
A: I would describe Itron’s Bangalore location as a collaborative and supportive workplace with a strong emphasis on learning, growth, and work-life balance. It’s a great environment for building a meaningful and fulfilling career.

Q: What does a typical day at work look like in your role?
A: A typical day in my role involves testing the product end-to-end (E2E) for DI Outcomes, analyzing results, ensuring high-quality validation, and staying up to date on enhancements to support effective testing.

Q: What is one new professional skill you’ve developed since joining Itron?
A: Since joining Itron, I’ve developed strong skills in test case automation using Selenium C#. This has enabled me to create more efficient, reliable automated test suites and contribute to improved overall product quality and delivery timelines.

Q: What do you enjoy doing outside of work?
A: Outside of work, I’m always up for an adventure. I love traveling, discovering hidden gems, and trying out local cuisine wherever I go.

Q: How has Itron supported your career development over the course of your career?
A: Itron has helped me grow by offering opportunities to learn new skills, work on meaningful projects, and receive guidance from experienced team members. It has truly shaped my professional journey in a positive way.

Q: Inclusion and belonging are important at Itron. What does belonging mean to you at work?
A: Belonging, for me, means being part of a team where everyone is respected and supported. It’s about feeling included in conversations and encouraged to share my perspective.

Q: What advice would you give to someone just starting their career?
A: Start with a mindset of continuous learning. Focus on building strong fundamentals and be open to feedback—it’s one of the fastest ways to grow and build confidence early in your career.

For more than five decades, Itron has helped energy companies understand and anticipate changes in energy demand; changes that drive both strategy and business operations. Itron combines industry-leading forecasting knowledge with innovative software solutions and services to deliver distinctive business intelligence and outcomes.

To learn more about Itron’s forecasting brown bag webinars, workshops and meetings, go to www.itron.com/forecastingworkhops. Need help with your forecast? Energy providers throughout the world look to Itron as their strategic partner to meet their energy forecasting needs. Learn more at www.itron.com/forecasting or contact us at forecasting@itron.com.