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Metering Engineer
Job Posted: 5 hours ago
Salary: £ 500 - 550 / Day
Job Type: Contract
Location: London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Metering Engineer
Clearance required: BPSS
Interview process: Tech IV
Location: Remote with travel at set milestones.
Leads site-level technical coordination for metering deployments
Participates to site surveys (so will travel a lot at the beginning) and assessments as OT technical expert (instrumentation + IT/OT integration)
Strong specialist in metering technologies, instrumentation, and automation
Designs and validates connectivity architecture (PLCs, SCADA, gateways, PME)
Oversees configuration, commissioning, and interface validation
Ensures cybersecurity compliance with the support of the Cyber SME in the central team
Drives robust coms integration
Manages site-level documentation, change control, and testing
Provides support to xxxx local teams
Experience in L&S, sustainability solutions and especially Schneider PME & RA is a plus
English speaker
Reports to Project managers in each Cluster (by Geo) and the lead architect in the central technical team
Detailed job description from the client We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Technical Engineer to lead the design and deployment of industrial utilities metering solutions across xxxx sites. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for conducting site assessments, selecting appropriate meters, designing installation plans, and integrating metering systems with OT/IT infrastructure. You will also ensure all solutions comply with international standards. By enabling precise monitoring of energy and resources, you will directly contribute to THE CLIENT's sustainability objectives and drive operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Perform on-site assessments to evaluate infrastructure and feasibility for installing electricity, gas, diesel, water, and wastewater meters, addressing mechanical, electrical, civil considerations, and challenges like complex or limited pipe runs and retrofits.
Analyze engineering documentation including process flow diagrams, P&IDs, and electrical single-line diagrams to identify optimal meter technologies, sizes, and installation points.
Provide recommendations for metering solutions that adhere to xxxx's standards, including the appropriate selection of meter type, accuracy class, and communication protocols, based on a thorough assessment and consideration of installation complexities, hazardous areas, fluid characteristics, and physical parameters.
Design and implement meter connectivity architecture by integrating with PLCs, gateways, SCADA systems, and Schneider PME platforms.
Collaborate with site engineering and OT/IT teams to define network requirements and ensure compliance with cybersecurity and OT boundary controls.
Provide technical input to OEMs and installation contractors, supporting procurement and commissioning activities.
Document "as-is" and "to-be" metering configurations, maintaining traceable records of design decisions and lessons learned.
Skills and Experience
Degree or equivalent in Electrical, Instrumentation, Automation or Control Engineering.
Proven experience in industrial utilities metering (electricity, gas, steam, water, wastewater), ideally within pharmaceutical or process manufacturing environments.
Strong understanding of flow measurement principles and metering technologies.
Deep knowledge of communication protocols including Modbus TCP/RTU, Ethernet/IP, RS-485, and pulse/analog signals.
Familiarity with PLCs, gateways, SCADA systems, and PME integration.
Ability to interpret technical drawings and produce structured documentation.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Training in Hazardous Area Equipment selection and installation fundamentals.
Experience with global projects and working knowledge of both local and international standards (e.g. ATEX, CSA).
Skilled in handling large datasets, particularly for energy data verification
Expected Deliverables
Site Assessment Reports with metering gap analysis.
Recommended Meter Specifications and Connectivity Designs.
Meter Layout Drawings, Maintenance and Calibration guide.
Bill of Materials (BoM) for procurement with clear outline of scopes.
Technical validation input for cost estimation and vendor quotationsBefore You Apply
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