Grant County Public Utility District · 2 months ago
Engineer I-V, Metering & Automation (Depends on Experience)
Ephrata, Washington, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$116K/yr - $203K/yr
1+ years expGrant County Public Utility District is seeking Engineers for their Metering & Automation team. The role involves designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining electrical metering equipment and providing expertise related to metering and power quality in various systems.
Electrical DistributionEnergyPublic Safety
Responsibilities
Active and regular collaboration with Power Delivery Engineering, Meterman, Meter Relay Technicians and Analysts to resolve issues found with metering systems or infrastructure
Collaborate with Meterman in the field with Customers experiencing an issue as needed. Acts as the point of communication with the customer in those situations
Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, strategic plan, and Grant PUD / IBEW Local 77 Code of Excellence. The incumbent should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations
Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies & Procedures
In this position, if needed to operate a GPUD vehicle for business purposes, please refer to the Vehicle/Asset Usage Policy, IS-TA-POL-001
Actively participate in all aspects of our safety program, including but not limited to:
Following all safety policies and procedures
Alerting supervisors and coworkers to unsafe or hazardous working conditions
Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor
Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance
Execution tasks for capital projects with direct oversite from supervisors and peers
Low impact Metering system design
Implementation of any communications device leveraging the AMI network
Basic understanding of metering equipment required for the safe and reliable operation of metering systems and infrastructure for Single Phase Self-Contained metering
Gain knowledge in skills related to best industry practice, Utility Standards, Codes, or other Legal Standards that will be used to support Metering System projects and that are required for the safe and reliable operation of the equipment
Assist various groups and individuals with troubleshooting all District metering systems to ensure proper intended functionality
Learn Meter Programming applications/software, i.e. MeterMate, PC Pro, Itron FDM, etc
Gain knowledge of Meter testing and recording equipment, i.e. WECO, Warm-up boards, Meter Farm, Watt Net, Revolution, Bolt
Procures necessary meter testing equipment as necessary
Support execution of capital projects with considerable guidance from supervisors and peers
Research and support the implementation of new or existing materials and equipment
Collaborate with equipment manufacturers to resolve metering issues and/or system performance issues
Manage Meter Programming applications/software, i.e. MeterMate, PC Pro, Itron FDM, etc
Provide technical support for Meter testing and recording equipment, i.e. WECO, Warm-up boards, Meter Farm, Watt Net, Revolution, Bolt
Lead execution of capital projects with little guidance from supervisors and peers
Manage the Districts Advanced Metering Infrastructure, SEL and station indicating metering systems, and legacy MV90 system
As needed reviews the work of Grid Optimization Analysts and makes recommendations for system inspections, investigations and corrections related to Metering or the Electrical Distribution System working closely with the Systems Engineer
Expert understanding of metering equipment required for the safe and reliable operation of metering systems and infrastructure
Lead various groups and individuals with troubleshooting all District metering systems to ensure proper intended functionality
Provide training and support for Meter Relay Technicians and Meterman as needed/requested
Collaborates with warehouse on appropriate MinMax levels based on the needs of the electric system related to all metering and the AMI system
Monitor failure rates of equipment related to all District metering systems and initiate adequate purchasing of replacement equipment to ensure system stability and performance
Leverages Advanced Metering Infrastructure data to locate potential system losses and works to correct those system losses when feasible
Active and regular collaboration with Customer Solutions concerning Advanced Metering Infrastructure data in analytical, headend and Meter Data Management systems
Performs analysis of power quality recording device data installed in the field for troubleshooting customer or systems issues
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or engineering technology field OR 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
1 years of work experience in electric distribution at a Utility
3-5 years of work experience in electric distribution at a Utility
6 years of relevant work experience (Metering Engineer) or demonstrated equivalent
10+ years of relevant work experience (Metering Engineer) or demonstrated equivalent which includes experience in creating meter program specifications, meter data management systems and RF propagation
Experience with Customer Power Quality issues and Power Quality recording instruments
Experience managing the analysis of Meter Data
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Master's degree
Experience with Meter Programming and Meter Data analysis
Experience with RF Propagation
Experience using a Spectrum Analyzer
3 years relevant work experience as a Metering Engineer
Experience creating Meter Program specifications
Field experience using a Spectrum Analyzer
Experience with Meter Data Management systems
A Washington State Engineering in Training
Professional Engineer (PE)
Benefits
Grant PUD’s benefit that may be available if hired, different employee types are eligible for different benefits.
Company
Grant County Public Utility District
Grant County Public Utility District is a government administration and public utility service firm providing electric energy service.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Richard Wallen
General Manager/Chief Executive Officer
Bonnie Overfield
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-06-13
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