Emily Wilmes
St. Charles,MO
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Network Engineer I & II
Ameren
St. Louis, MO
06.2019 - Current
- Lead network engineer managing and maintaining Smart Meter labs across Missouri & Illinois
- Lead test engineer for network devices, metering devices, and program upgrades
- Develop strategies for test automation
- Update testing processes to reflect new devices and capabilities
- Commission and troubleshoot network devices in development environment
- Utilize ArcGIS and EDX to troubleshoot device location and aid in deployment naming efforts
- Diagnose and troubleshoot problems in the Field Area Network
- Assist the Integrated Operations Center with emergency issues
- Modify and upgrade supplier network devices to match company requirements
- Serve as a liaison between Network Engineering and other Smart Meter testing teams
- Support digital teams during work-from-home to accelerate testing and keep project planning and execution on schedule
- Collaborate with vendors to maintain and improve Smart Meter Project
- Install and commission the Smart Meter Labs in St. Louis and Creve Coeur.
Computer Engineering Intern
Ameren
01.2018 - 08.2018
- Serviced substations and fiber connections via 3GIS
- Configured layer two and layer three devices
- Updated configuration items on Ameren database
- Learned about network communications through team leads and workshops.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
Missouri University of Science And Technology
05.2019
Skills
- Proficient in ArcGIS, EDX, SQL/Oracle Database, Linux, PowerShell, C/C
- Experienced with Smart Meter Specific Programs: Command Center, Tech Studio
- Familiarity with Smart Meter Specific RF tools: IWR, Comms Adapter
- Understanding of RF propagation including environmental effects
- Strong written and verbal skills
- Effective in teamwork and conflict resolution
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Documentation Writing
- User Support
- Network Performance Analysis
- Change Management
- Disaster Recovery Planning
Timeline
Network Engineer I & II
Ameren
06.2019 - Current
Computer Engineering Intern
Ameren
01.2018 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
Missouri University of Science And Technology