Smart Meter Engineer

SocialCru Ltd; Warrington; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

SocialCru Ltd is seeking experienced Smart Meter Engineers for field-based work across the UK. You will install, commission, and maintain smart gas and electric meters in residential properties, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

You’ll diagnose faults, perform safety checks, and keep precise digital records while communicating clearly with customers. The role requires independent fieldwork, safety awareness, and collaboration with the operations team to meet targets and uphold high

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in smart meter installation, commissioning, and maintenance within gas and/or electricity environments.
• Strong technical skills in fault finding, diagnostic testing, and safe use of metering tools and equipment.
• Thorough understanding of industry regulations, safety standards, and compliance requirements in utility metering.
• Effective communication and customer service skills, with the ability to explain technical work in clear, accessible language.
• Ability to work independently on-site, manage schedules efficiently, and complete accurate digital job documentation.
• Relevant metering or engineering qualifications (Smart Metering, electrical or gas certifications) and a valid driver’s license.
• Experience working on utility or energy sector contracts, with a track record of high-quality, professional service delivery.
• Commitment to health and safety, attention to detail, and readiness to adapt to new technologies and working practices.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and maintain smart gas and electric meters in residential properties.
• Diagnose and resolve metering faults and perform safety checks.
• Update job records on digital systems and communicate clearly with customers.
• Collaborate with the operations team to meet contract targets and follow health and safety procedures.

Skills

Smart meter installation

Metering fault diagnosis

On-site fault finding

Customer communication

Safety procedures

Education

Smart Metering qualifications

Electrical or gas certifications

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Metering tools

Job description

SocialCru Utility Services is a specialist utility provider with a mature team that brings extensive experience across all areas of metering. The company is committed to delivering a highly professional service, supported by investment in modern technology to create a safe and advanced working environment. SocialCru Utilities focuses on exclusive contracts and competitive rates of pay, appealing to engineers who are highly dedicated to their profession. The organisation continually seeks experienced, professional engineers and has ongoing work available for the right candidates.

Role Description

The Smart Meter Engineer role at SocialCru Ltd is a field based position based in the UK. In this role, the engineer installs, commissions, and maintains smart gas and electric meters in residential properties, ensuring all work meets industry standards and regulatory requirements. Day-to-day tasks include diagnosing and resolving metering faults, performing safety checks, updating job records on digital systems, and communicating clearly with customers about work carried out. The engineer also collaborates with the wider operations team to meet contract targets, follow health and safety procedures, and support continuous improvement of metering services. This position is offered as a full-time role.

Locations Required

• York
• Bristol
• Gloucester
• Exeter
• Carlisle
• Harrogate
• Lancaster
• Dundee
• Sutton

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in smart meter installation, commissioning, and maintenance within gas and/or electricity environments.
• Strong technical skills in fault finding, diagnostic testing, and safe use of metering tools and equipment.
• Thorough understanding of industry regulations, safety standards, and compliance requirements in utility metering.
• Effective communication and customer service skills, with the ability to explain technical work in clear, accessible language.
• Ability to work independently on-site, manage schedules efficiently, and complete accurate digital job documentation.
• Relevant metering or engineering qualifications (Smart Metering, electrical or gas certifications) and a valid driver’s license.
• Experience working on utility or energy sector contracts, with a track record of high-quality, professional service delivery.
• Commitment to health and safety, attention to detail, and readiness to adapt to new technologies and working practices.