Consumer Field Engineer - Electric Meters

We are looking for a qualified and experienced Electric Meter Engineer to LV/HV CT level to join a highly reputable Meter Operations Company.

You will be based from your home address and will have the support of a well-established team of field management and office professionals who pride themselves on their high levels of service and support to both commercial customers and colleagues in the field. You will truly be recognised for your efforts and contribution as well as enjoy the atmosphere of being part of a genuinely friendly company that cares about all of its employees.

Your main function will be to work on metering and sub metering roles as well as other technical installation projects as required. In certain areas of the UK we also carry out work on behalf of a large Network Operator and for this, if applicable, you would be trained to install CT Chambers, pilot cables and carry out site connections directly to the service head. All training undertaken will be carried out at our bespoke and well equipment training centre which has been designed with the sole purpose of ensuring a realistic training environment is provided.

This is an agency-based role, offering a good basic salary plus excellent career prospects as well as all of the tools and equipment required to carry out the job. You will enjoy working mainly Monday to Friday between 8am-17.00, although to meet the needs of our customers at times you may need to work outside of this and for this you will be compensated.

You must be prepared to work in all weathers, and in sometimes difficult or dirty conditions as some metering equipment can be in based in areas such as basements or outside. A reasonable level of physical fitness and manual dexterity is also required to undertake regular manual handling.

Key Tasks

•              Carry out complete installations and replacements of single phase and 3 phase WC meters for varying contracts in varying locations

•              Installation and Maintenance of LV/HV COP3, COP 5 and COP 10 Smart Metering Systems for Commercial and Industrial Customers

•              Installation, programming and commissioning of 3rd party metering equipment

•              Installation and Wiring of meter looms from Terminal Test Blocks on CT Chambers

Skills and Experience required:

•              Prior experience of complex metering installations and setups

•              Proactive time management and the ability to progress appointments through to successful completions

•              Be familiar with industry standard AMR meter types (EDMI, (Honeywell) Elster, ISKRA etc) and their software.

•              Familiarity with various AMR metering modems and their functionality as well as aerial connections and programming

•              Good IT and MS Office skills.

•              Sound electrical metering background, relevant to the installation of Code of Practice 3, 5 and 10 Smart Metering and knowledge of CT’s and meter cabinets.

The following qualifications and certifications are desirable:

•              City & Guilds 236/2330 qualification or equivalent. (Electrical or Electronic)

•              18th Edition BS7671

•              NRSWA

•              EUSR

•              Scottish Power Authorisation

•              Northern Power Authorisation

•              Water Hygiene

•              SHEA Power