Principal Meter Engineer

Ulteig

Principal Meter Engineer leading revenue metering design, programming, testing, and standards. Supporting Ulteig’s engineering of North America’s power and critical infrastructure projects.

Posted 8/11/2026full-timeRemote • California, Colorado, Minnesota, North Dakota, Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $170,300 - $230,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in revenue metering design, programming, and troubleshooting, while effectively managing client relationships and leading project teams. Proficient in interpreting industry standards and developing technical scopes of work, ensuring high-quality project execution and compliance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Revenue Metering Systems ProficiencyANSI, IEEE, NEC Compliance KnowledgeMeter Configuration Software ExpertiseProfessional Engineer (PE) License15+ Years of Relevant Experience

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Hard Skills

Revenue Metering DesignProgramming and TestingAutoCAD Engineering DrawingsSLD and 3LD CreationFactory Acceptance TestingMeter Panel DesignQuality Checklists and Test PlansAdvanced Loss Compensation ProgrammingTechnical Scope DevelopmentBudgeting and Estimating

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Meter Configuration SoftwareMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft AccessCopilot

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) LicenseFour-Year Technical Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

Revenue MeteringSCADA SystemsISO/RTO DocumentationClient Relationship ManagementContinuous Improvement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Delegate and oversee metering project work across multiple engineers and technicians, completing select high-complexity tasks personally while coaching others
Lead client and project meetings and serve as Client Team Lead for multiple metering clients
Manage client relationships and coordinate with SCADA, protection, and network disciplines
Serve as technical authority for revenue metering design, programming, testing, commissioning, certification, and troubleshooting
Establish company-wide metering standards, procedures, and training materials
Apply owner design criteria and interpret ANSI, IEEE, ISO/RTO, NEC, and tariff requirements
Develop technical scopes of work, labor and equipment estimates, resource plans, proposals, and budgets
Create or modify SLD, 3LD, schematics, logic diagrams, and wiring diagrams
Design metering panels and oversee subcontractor panel assembly
Approve quality checklists and test plans and drive continuous improvement
Prepare equipment and material purchase specifications and select appropriate metering equipment
Program, install, test, troubleshoot, and certify revenue and check meters and electronic data recorders
Build standard meter programs and complex programs requiring advanced loss compensation
Verify wiring and meter accuracy, investigate problems, make repairs, and advise customers
Perform Factory Acceptance Testing of communication parameters and revenue data output
Train engineers and technicians on meter applications, installation, maintenance, CT and test switch wiring, field testing, and software
Establish and maintain schedules and provide timely progress reports
Work independently in the field while coordinating with clients
Advise the department on estimating, budgeting, and metering best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Recognized metering subject matter expert with a record of presenting, publishing, or committee participation
Proficiency and working knowledge of revenue metering systems
Working knowledge of ANSI, IEEE, and NEC requirements for revenue metering and instrument transformers
Proficiency with meter configuration software from manufacturers such as SEL, Schneider, GE, and AMETEK
Excellent communication, interpersonal, time management, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and meet deadlines
Ability to work in the office, meter shop, field, and independently
Strong attention to detail, ownership of work quality, integrity, and commitment to excellence
Ability to read and trace AutoCAD engineering drawings, including SLD, 3LD, logic diagrams, and DC schematics
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Copilot
Familiarity with CAISO, ERCOT, and other ISO/RTO documentation is a plus
Four-year technical degree with an engineering background
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
Industry committee membership and regular participation preferred
Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in revenue metering preferred
Ability to work permanently in the US required
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving standards required
Ability to travel nationwide for project locations and training as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible Workplace
Employee Ownership
Competitive Pay
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Collaborative Environment
Innovative Culture
Flexible working schedule
Remote, hybrid, or in-office work options
Work-life balance and separation between home and work life
Employee investment and development support