Meter Inspector

Ulteig Engineers; California (MO); On-site; USD 177,082,214 - 234,247,104; Full time

Job summary

Ulteig Engineers is seeking a qualified Meter Inspector to understand design drawings, implement meter programs, install equipment, and verify field wiring across multiple sites. The role focuses on testing, troubleshooting, and certifying 3-phase revenue meters while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

You will read and modify SLD/3LD diagrams, train technicians, and travel nationwide to project sites, with a focus on Texas and California.

Qualifications

• Understanding of metering design concepts.
• Ability to read SLD/3LD and related diagrams.
• Experience reading engineering drawings.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.
• Willingness to travel nationwide, including Texas and California.

Responsibilities

• Create/modify SLD & 3LD, schematics, and wiring diagrams for meters.
• Install, test, troubleshoot, and certify revenue and check meters and data recorders.
• Program meters to account for system losses and read real-time data.
• Verify meter wiring and accuracy in commercial/utility installations.
• Investigate metering issues, perform repairs, and advise customers.
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing of communication parameters and data output.
• Train and mentor engineers/technicians on meter installation and maintenance.
• Provide training on standard software and field tools.
• Inspect meter panels for client codes and AHJ adherence.
• Establish schedules and provide progress reports.
• Work independently in field while coordinating with clients.
• Maintain safety and equipment compliance including tailboard checks.

Skills

Reading drawings

Multi-project pacing

Mentoring

Safety awareness

Education

Two-year technical degree with engineering background

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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 & 3LD, schematics, and wiring diagrams as it relates 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 commercial and utility‑scale 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.
• 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 work 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 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.
• Demonstrates 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 Software Applications (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.
• Must have permanent authorization to work in US.

Additional Opportunity Details

Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $61.80–$81.75 Hourly.

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.

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

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