Meter Engineer - Oahu

Brief Posting Description

The P RM Substation & Meter Department of the P Substation & Meter Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 management vacancy available (Role: Professional). Provides engineering level technical support in the installation, operation, testing, and maintenance of all revenue meters and metering equipment.

• Provides engineering level technical support in the installation, operation, testing and maintenance of all revenue and IP meters and metering equipment and power line carrier equipment.
• Performs on‑site field visits.
• Administers the transition from electromechanical metering to programmable, electronic metering. Coordinates implementation of new communication technology required for remote meter reading and considers new technologies and innovative techniques.
• Reviews new meters for application on the Hawaiian Electric system.
• Reviews and confirms the correctness of revenue metering installations by verifying schematic drawings, equipment ratings, load considerations, and proper metering applications.
• Performs tests, analysis, troubleshooting and programming of all revenue meters and related equipment. Establishes and maintains adequate meter test and maintenance schedules and records.
• Provides professional engineering and technical support for power system operation and maintenance activities to maintain system integrity and service reliability.
• Coordinates the installation of assigned projects.
• Coordinates field metering implementation of new rate schedules, changes to existing rate schedules, and Demand Side Management metering requirements.
• Confers with Engineering, Operating Departments, Customer Service, Meter Reading, manufacturers, and customers on proper revenue meter equipment performance.
• Investigates, analyzes and takes corrective action on any faulty meter operation.
• Coordinates the design of specialized, non‑standard metering installations such as integration of Independent Power Producers and consolidated metering applications.
• Prepares operating instructions for new equipment, taking into consideration safety, efficient operation and limitations of each equipment.
• Prepares test procedures and manuals to provide instruction and guidance to personnel.
• Plans, directs, and develops written reports on special tests or projects.
• Supports renewable and green initiatives and smart grid technologies.
• Supports One Company Substation & Meter Operations (SMO) across all service areas.
• Participates in company emergency response activities as assigned, including any activities required to prepare for such emergency response.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent of an appropriate education degree, or equivalent experience.
• Thorough technical knowledge in digital logic, electronics, microprocessors, and electrical engineering fundamentals normally acquired through college engineering courses.
• Working knowledge of personal computers and/or mainframe systems and related software applications (e.g., spreadsheets, word processing).
• Working knowledge of continuous improvement principles and best practices to achieve operational excellence.
• Working knowledge of Safe Start principles and best practices to achieve a safe workplace environment.

• Ability to plan, coordinate, schedule and supervise work.
• Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii driver’s license and meet the standards for frequent or required driving positions.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Effective supervisory/leadership and oral communication skills.
• Able to think logically to resolve technical problems in the field under adverse conditions.
• Must be able to work with people and be capable of assuming a supervisory role when needed.

• A BS degree in engineering may be substituted for four (4) years of experience.
• Multiple (5‑7) years of engineering experience working with revenue metering and metering equipment or IP metering, power line carrier equipment, or Transmission and Distribution or Substation Engineering.

Role: Professional

Number of Vacancies: 1

Location: Aiea – Oahu

Hiring Range: $78,000.00 to $99,600.00. The person…