Job Title: Advanced Metering Engineer I / II
Location: Jefferson, GA (Greater Athens Area)
Pay Range: $100,000 - $108,000 DOE
Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM; alternating schedule with every other Friday off (36/44-hour workweeks)
Type of Employment (Contract, Contract to Hire, Permanent Hire): Permanent Hire
Benefits: Competitive Benefits Package, relocation assistance, overtime eligibility, professional development support, and long-term career growth
The Planet Group is currently seeking an Advanced Metering Engineer for a growing company in the electric utility and power distribution industry. Qualified candidates must have electrical distribution engineering experience and a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical Engineering. Apply now for immediate consideration.
Job Description
Join a highly respected utility organization known for its commitment to innovation, employee development, and work-life balance. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to build expertise in advanced metering technologies, electric distribution systems, analytics, and utility operations while working alongside experienced engineering and technical teams.
This position plays a key role in supporting advanced metering infrastructure (AMI), meter data management systems, electric distribution engineering, and operational analytics. The Engineer will help monitor system performance, analyze metering data, support field operations, identify reliability improvements, and contribute to projects that enhance the efficiency and performance of the electric grid.
The role is primarily office-based, with occasional field activities and collaboration with engineering, operations, GIS, field services, and technology teams. Candidates will have the opportunity to develop specialized utility expertise and pursue industry-recognized certifications with employer support.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the administration and optimization of advanced metering and meter data systems
- Analyze utility data to identify reliability, power quality, and distribution system performance trends
- Assist with engineering design and expansion of electrical distribution systems
- Collaborate with engineering, operations, GIS, field services, and technology teams on system improvements
- Manage and support engineering and technology-related projects from planning through implementation
- Coordinate field inspection programs, data collection efforts, and corrective action initiatives
- Serve as a technical resource for metering systems, communications technologies, and related infrastructure
- Work with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve system issues and support upgrades
- Prepare reports, recommendations, and analytical findings to improve operational performance
- Provide engineering support during outage restoration and emergency situations as needed
- Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to future utility modernization efforts
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering required
- Electrical Engineering degree preferred
- 1-5 years of electrical distribution engineering experience
- Experience supporting electric utility, cooperative, municipal utility, or power distribution operations
- Knowledge of electrical engineering fundamentals, including:
- Three-phase power calculations
- Transformer theory
- AC and DC circuit analysis
- Electrical rotating machines
- Experience with metering systems, AMI, meter data management (MDM), utility analytics, or related technologies preferred
- Understanding of electric distribution systems, including overhead and underground distribution networks
- Project management and organizational skills
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Progress toward EIT certification is a plus
- Ability to obtain required industry certifications after hire
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Direct-hire opportunity with long-term stability
- Every other Friday off for enhanced work-life balance
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Overtime eligibility
- Relocation assistance available
- Career development and certification support
- Exposure to advanced utility technologies and smart grid initiatives
- Opportunity to make a direct impact on electric system reliability and modernization
- Collaborative culture focused on employee growth, teamwork, and community involvement
The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation - connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the US, The Planet Group operates with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results - building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.
EEOC Compliance Statement
The Planet Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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