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This role serves as the firm's technical authority for revenue metering, leading the design, programming, installation, wiring verification, testing, troubleshooting, and certification of three phase revenue metering systems.\nThe Principal Meter Engineer develops design drawings and specifications, applies ANSI, IEEE, and ISO/RTO metering requirements, resolves complex metering and settlement data issues, establishes the standards, procedures, and training that guide our metering practice, and supports proposal development and estimating while advising clients and mentoring engineers and technicians.\nAs Ulteig's senior technical authority for metering, this role leads company-wide metering standards, advises the department on budget and quality best practices, and represents Ulteig's metering practice to clients and the broader industry.\nWhat You'll Do\nDelegate and oversee metering project work across multiple engineers and technicians, completing select high-complexity tasks personally while coaching others to lead client and project meetings\nServe as Client Team Lead for multiple metering clients, managing relationships and coordinating with SCADA, protection, and network disciplines.\nServe as the technical authority for revenue metering design, programming, testing, commissioning, certification, and troubleshooting, and establish company standards, procedures, and training materials for each.\nLead company-wide discussions on metering standards and apply owner design criteria across multiple clients\nDevelop technical scopes of work, labor and equipment estimates, and resource plans for proposals, project opportunities, and budget preparation, including review of assumptions, exclusions, risks, and engineering execution strategies.\nApply and interpret metering technical standards along with ISO and RTO metering requirements and tariffs when developing design documents and test procedures.\nCreate or modify existing SLD & 3LD, schematics, and wiring diagrams\nDesign metering panels and oversee subcontractor assembly of panels\nApprove quality checklists and test plans and champion continuous improvement of the metering practice\nPrepare equipment and material purchase specifications and work with project management to select the proper metering equipment for each project application.\nProgram, install, test, troubleshoot, and certify revenue and check meters and various electronic data recorders.\nBuild standard meter programs for accurate revenue and real-time data, and develop complex programs for non-standard metering architectures requiring advanced loss compensation.\nVerify wiring and meter accuracy on commercial and utility-scale revenue metering installations, investigate metering problems, make repairs, and advise customers on solutions.\nPerform Factory Acceptance Testing of communication parameters and revenue data output of meters\nTrain engineers and technicians on meter application installation and maintenance, including CT and test switch wiring for transformer-rated systems, field testing with portable test kits, and discipline-specific software.\nEstablish and maintain schedules and provide timely progress reports\nWork independently in the field while coordinating with the client\nAdvise the department on estimating, budgeting, and metering best practices\nWhat We Expect from You\nRecognized metering subject matter expert with a record of presenting, publishing, or committee participation (IEEE, ISO/RTO working groups, or equivalent).\nProficiency and working knowledge of revenue metering systems, with the capability to serve as the organization's metering subject matter expert.\nWorking knowledge of ANSI, IEEE, and NEC requirements applicable to revenue metering and instrument transformers.\nProficiency with meter configuration software from major manufacturers such as SEL, Schneider, GE, AMETEK, and others.\nExcellent communication, interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills, including the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines by setting priorities.\nAbility to work well within a team in the office, meter shop, or in the field with co-workers and independently\nStrong attention to detail, with ownership of work quality, the ability to coach others to produce quality work, and a commitment to integrity and excellence.\nAble to read and trace AutoCAD engineering design drawings, including SLD, 3LD, logic diagrams, and DC schematics\nExperience with Microsoft software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Copilot) and additional software knowledge depending on specialization.\nFamiliarity with CAISO, ERCOT, and other ISO/RTO manuals, protocols, guides, and similar documentation is a plus.\nFour-year technical degree with an engineering background\nProfessional Engineer (PE) license preferred.\nIndustry committee membership and regular participation preferred\nMinimum of 15 years of relevant experience in revenue metering preferred.\nAbility to work permanently in the US required\nValid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving standards required\nAbility to travel nationwide to various project locations and for training (as needed)\nAs you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box - because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don’t want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.\n\nWhat You Can Expect from Ulteig\nUlteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people - both our clients and our employees -for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.\nWe offer our team members:\n\nFlexible Workplace\nEmployee Ownership\nCompetitive Pay\nComprehensive Benefits Package\nCollaborative Environment\nInnovative Culture\nOur vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world’s critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors®, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America’s essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.\nAt Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them. \nIf you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today!\nUlteig is a Drug Free Workplace\nACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE\nAdditional Opportunity Details:\nTarget Base Compensation Range for this role is $170,300 - $230,400\n * Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role\nThis position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.\nNotice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: to protect the interests of all parties, Ulteig Engineers, Inc., will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate or an approved vendor that has a written and signed agreement in place with Ulteig. Please do not contact or forward resumes to our company employees or locations. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered Ulteig property. 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