Metering and Controls Engineer

Metering and Controls Engineer 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars Phoenix, AZ 85021 $114,400 a year - Contract Solu Technology Partners 18 reviews $114,400 a year - Contract Employment Requirements This opportunity is not open to C2C relationships or visa sponsorship. This opportunity is for local candidates only. Job Description We are looking for a Metering & Controls Engineer (Engineer

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/ Senior) to play a critical role in supporting interconnection and large customer projects, ensuring accurate and compliant metering solutions for billing and operational needs. As interconnection projects continue to grow in volume and complexity, we need a technical expert in metering to ensure seamless execution of metering strategies. This position provides the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, collaborate with regulatory bodies like the California ISO Energy Imbalance Market, and contribute to the continuous improvement of metering processes. Responsibilities Design, configure, and implement metering solutions for interconnection and PPA projects Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards (e.g., CAISO, Energy Imbalance Market) Serve as a technical subject matter expert for unique and complex metering scenarios Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to optimize metering performance and accuracy Provide final technical decisions and solutions that drive operational success Drive continuous improvement and innovation in metering strategies and execution Develops and applies unique solutions and applications to a broad range of technical metering issues and problems (solutions that typically require original and creative approaches). Makes decisions and recommendations that have a moderate to significant effect on the overall organization performance. Also develops philosophies and maintains requirements related to metering. Prepares complex engineering plans, designs, analysis, specifications, cost estimates, evaluations, studies, technical reviews, investigations and verifications. Ensures engineering analyses, design, project control, schedule commitments or oversight work is technically sound, cost effective, and in compliance with established standards, codes, and regulations. Checks and reviews analysis, evaluations, and investigations of others. Performs duties such as line/XFMR loss compensation calculations and developing loss schemes for complex metering systems. Integrates the many interrelated elements of complex projects that are broad in scope, such as metering of entities interconnecting to the grid, including traditional and renewable generation resources, distributed energy resources, other utilities, and large retail customers. Incorporates considerations not previously encountered and requires interpretation and/or modification to guidelines. Complies with design, regulatory, operating and maintenance requirements, such as NERC compliance associated with intertie metering (BAL-005 R12.1). Identifies potential schedule or quality problems and initiates corrective action. Interfaces with customers and other departments to ensure project objectives are understood and that work scope meets customer requirements, budget and schedule. Contacts customers and various levels of management to obtain or present technical data. Presents the results of designs, studies projects (in terms of new techniques) or approaches to subordinates, colleagues, management and customers. Provides technical guidance, leadership and support to less experienced engineers both internal and external to own team. Provides direction for programs executed by field teams, such as testing and calibration of metering equipment to ensure accuracy and reliability. Assists the organization in problem solving, as needed, by critically challenging assumptions and decisions to ensure the most optimal solutions and strategies are implemented. Assists in developing long-range strategies for significant site problems. Leads technical investigations into metering/billing inaccuracies. Leverages industry and organization resources to resolve key technical issues. Develops a path forward to address these issues including bridging strategies. May interface with outside agencies and regulatory authorities. May plan and coordinate programs and large-scale engineering projects or multiple medium-scale projects while acting as a technical specialist for a specific engineering field.

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all aspects of work scope; directing consultants; conducting feasibility studies; determining staff, cost estimates and resource requirements; and recommending engineering criteria. Monitors projects and recommend modifications to increase operating efficiency and /or reviews design and documentation of complex projects to ensure compliance with design specifications, schedules and any regulatory requirements. May develop, negotiate and manage contracts and contract revisions. May research new developments and technology and make recommendations to management on their feasibility for Company operations. Maintains a thorough knowledge of metering industry trends and technology through involvement with research institutes (EPRI, etc.), industry peer groups, and regulatory bodies. Qualifications Extensive hands-on experience with metering systems and revenue metering Strong knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements for metering Proven ability to solve complex metering challenges and provide expert technical guidance Experience leading metering projects and collaborating across multiple teams Hands-on experience with metering systems and revenue metering, including configuration, testing, and commissioning. Strong knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements related to utility metering. Ability to solve complex metering challenges and provide independent technical guidance. Engineer II A four (4)-year Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline or related applied science discipline (see approved list) from an ABET accredited institution, an International Engineering Alliance (IEA) recognized institution or an ABET Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) Two (2) years working experience in Engineering-related positions ________________________________________ Engineer III A Bachelor's degree (4 years) in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline (see approved list) from an ABET accredited institution, an International Engineering Alliance (IEA) recognized institution or an ABET Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) Plus five (5) years working experience in Engineering-related positions ________________________________________ Senior Engineer A Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or related applied science discipline (see approved list) from an ABET accredited institution, an International Engineering Alliance (IEA) recognized institution or an ABET Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) Plus eight (8) years working experience in Engineering-related positions Preferred Qualifications Problem analysis/resolution techniques Knowledge of applicable codes, standards, practices, methods and safety standards in the area of applicable engineering discipline Experience in the utility industry Experience in the nuclear industry Professional Engineer licensure Utility industry experience, especially substation, interconnection, or large customer metering. Experience with SCADA systems and high-level metering schematics. Familiarity with Schneider PowerLogic / ION metering platforms. Professional Engineer (PE) licensure. Experience supporting renewable energy or DER interconnections.