Meter Inspector

Ulteig; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 79,900 - 107,452; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible workplace

Employee ownership

Comprehensive benefits

Innovative culture

Job summary

Ulteig seeks a Meter Inspector to understand design drawings, implement meter programs, install and certify 3-phase revenue meters, and verify field wiring. You will test and troubleshoot meters, read real-time data, and ensure accuracy in commercial and utility-scale installations.

The role requires a technical degree with engineering background, 4+ years in revenue metering, and willingness to travel nationwide, with emphasis on Texas and California.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree with an engineering background or a bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in revenue metering or equivalent.
• Metering Inspector certification/badge preferred (e.g., ERCOT EPS or CAISO Authorized Inspector).

Responsibilities

• Create/modify SLD and 3LD, schematics, and wiring diagrams for meters.
• Install, test, troubleshoot, and certify revenue meters and data recorders.
• Program revenue meters to account for system losses and read real-time data.
• Verify wiring and meter accuracy for commercial and utility-scale installations.

Skills

Metering design concepts

Reading engineering drawings

Ability to travel nationwide

Education

Two-year technical degree with an engineering background

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Access

Job description

The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Meter Inspector. The Meter Inspector will be able to understand design drawings, implement meter programs, equipment installation, site wiring verification, testing, troubleshooting, and certifying 3-phase revenue meters.

What You'll Do

• Create and/or modify SLD and 3LD, schematics, and wiring diagrams as they relate to the meters.
• Install, test, troubleshoot, and certify revenue and check meters and various electronic data recorders.
• Program revenue and check meters to account for complex system losses and read revenue and real-time data with assistance.
• Verify the wiring and meter accuracy of commercial and utility-scale revenue metering installations with minimal support.
• Investigate the causes of metering problems, make repairs, and advise customers on possible solutions with minimal support.
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing of communication parameters and revenue data output of meters.
• Train and mentor engineers or technicians on all aspects of the installation and maintenance of the various types of meter applications in the field using a portable test kit.
• Assemble metering panels.
• Use standard discipline-specific software and provide training to another technician.
• Inspect new and existing meter panels to verify adherence to client requirements, applicable codes, and authority having jurisdiction (AHJ).
• Establish and maintain schedules and provide timely progress reports.
• Frequently works independently in the field while coordinating with the client.
• Work safely in a professional and responsible manner and inspect and maintain safety compliance of field equipment, including ladder use, lifting up to 50 lbs, and performing tailboard safety checks.

What We Expect from You

• Two-year technical degree with an engineering background or a bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in revenue metering.
• Possession of a Metering Inspector certification/badge is preferred; examples include ERCOT EPS Meter Inspector certification and CAISO Authorized Inspector.
• Advanced understanding of metering design concepts.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines by setting priorities.
• Excellent communication, time management, attention to detail, interpersonal and organizational skills within a team in the office, meter shop, or in the field.
• Takes ownership of the quality of work.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor one individual.
• Acts with integrity and pursues excellence in work.
• Able to read and trace engineering design drawings, including SLD, 3LD, logic diagrams, and DC schematics as it relates to the meters.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and additional software knowledge depending on specialization.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving standards.
• Ability to travel nationwide to project sites, with a focus on Texas and/or California.
• Minimum 50% travel.
• Must have permanent authorization to work in the US.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose-driven organization with a culture focused on people—both clients and employees. We offer a flexible workplace, employee ownership, competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, a collaborative environment, and an innovative culture.

Our vision is to be the most trusted partner transforming our world’s critical infrastructure across Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. We connect people and resources to develop integrated solutions for Lifeline Sectors and work with public and private clients.

We care about our team and provide tools to be productive whether you work remotely, hybrid, or in the office. We support a flexible working schedule to balance home and work life.

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace.

Additional Opportunity Details

Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $58.00-$78.50 hourly. Factors that may determine your actual salary include job-specific skills, education, training, location, years of experience in this role, and comparison to other employees in similar roles.

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and typically remains posted for about 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position is cancelled.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: Ulteig Engineers, Inc. will not accept unsolicited resumes from sources other than direct candidates or approved vendors with a written agreement in place. Do not contact or forward resumes to Ulteig employees or locations. Unsolicited resumes will be considered Ulteig property.

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