Senior Industrial Metering Engineer

Washington, DC, United States (Hybrid) Contract (1 year 1 month 3 days) Published 4 months ago meter engineering Advanced metering Infrastructure flow measurement principles Metering Protocols industrial utilities metering We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Industrial Metering Engineer to lead the design, specification, and deployment of utilities metering solutions across multiple global sites. In this role, you will perform detailed technical assessments, design installation concepts, define system architecture, and ensure reliable integration of metering systems into the company's OT/IT environment. Your work will directly support energy transparency, sustainability targets, and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities Site Assessment & Engineering Design Conduct on-site technical assessments to evaluate infrastructure and feasibility for installing electricity, gas, diesel, water, and wastewater meters—considering mechanical, electrical, and civil constraints, including retrofit complexity, limited access, or challenging pipe runs. Review and interpret engineering documentation (process flow diagrams, P&IDs, electrical single-line diagrams) to identify optimal meter selection, sizing, and installation points. Recommend metering solutions consistent with the company's engineering standards, addressing accuracy class, communication protocol, fluid characteristics, hazardous area classification, and installation complexity. Systems Integration & Architecture Develop metering connectivity architecture integrating with PLCs, industrial gateways, SCADA platforms, and Schneider PME. Work with OT/IT and site engineering teams to define network architecture, data flow requirements, and adherence to cybersecurity and OT boundary controls. Execution, Commissioning & Vendor Coordination Provide technical guidance to OEMs, suppliers, and installation contractors during procurement, installation, commissioning, and verification. Produce and maintain detailed documentation of "as‑is" and "to‑be" metering configurations, ensuring traceability of design decisions, changes, and lessons learned. Skills & Experience Degree in Electrical, Instrumentation, Automation, or Control Engineering (or equivalent experience). Proven experience in industrial utilities metering (electricity, gas, steam, water, wastewater) within pharmaceutical, advanced manufacturing, or other complex industrial environments. Strong understanding of flow measurement principles and metering technologies. Solid knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus TCP/RTU, Ethernet/IP, RS‑485, pulse, analog). Hands-on familiarity with PLCs, industrial gateways, SCADA platforms, and PME integration. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and develop structured technical documentation. Strong communication skills and ability to engage effectively with cross-functional stakeholders. Knowledge of hazardous area equipment fundamentals (ATEX/IECEx/CSA). Experience delivering global or multi-site engineering projects anding international standards. Competence in analyzing large datasets for energy data verification and performance validation. Expected Deliverables Site Assessment Reports with metering gap analysis. Recommended Meter Specification Packages and connectivity architecture. Meter layout drawings, maintenance guidance, and calibration documentation. Bill of Materials (BoM) detailing scope and procurement requirements. Technical validation input for cost estimation, vendor proposals, and system commissioning. The pay range that the employer in good faith reasonably expects to pay for this position is $57.79/hour - $90.29/hour. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Tundra Technical Solutions is among North America's leading providers of Staffing and Consulting Services. Our success and our clients' success are built on a foundation of service excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: client provided property, including hardware (both of which may include data) entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all portable client computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon completion of the assignment, and; maintain the confidentiality of client proprietary, confidential, or non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected client information technology systems and related data security obligations.