Electrical Sub-Metering & Design Engineer (Commercial)

Job Description

Job Title: Electrical Sub-Metering & Design Engineer (Commercial)

Location: National

Employment Type: Full-time

Reports To: FI Facilities Management Operations Manager

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Commercial Metering Electrician to carry out electrical surveys across commercial properties, identify and document metering and sub-metering configurations, trace circuits, produce building electrical schematics, compile technical reports, and install/commission new sub-metering equipment. This role is ideal for a commercial/industrial electrician with strong analytical ability, excellent documentation skills, and experience working with energy monitoring or power distribution systems.

Key Responsibilities

Site Surveys & Circuit Identification

• Visit commercial sites to assess existing electrical infrastructure.
• Identify all meters on site and determine which circuits or loads they feed.
• Trace circuits back to distribution boards using appropriate tools and methods.
• Verify supply phases, breaker ratings, and meter configurations.

Sub-Meter Installation & Commissioning

• Install and configure new electrical sub-meters, CTs, pulse meters, or smart meters.
• Ensure installations comply with electrical regulations and site safety standards.
• Test, commission, and record meter readings and functionality.
• Liaising with our construction and projects teams to ensure correct specification of meters are being installed on new builds and refurbishments

Documentation & Schematics

• Produce accurate single-line diagrams, circuit maps, and electrical schematics (CAD experience preferred).
• Update or create distribution board schedules.
• Maintain structured documentation for each building.

Reporting

• Compile detailed technical reports summarising findings, circuit mapping, meter locations, issues identified, and improvement recommendations.
• Present clear documentation to management, clients, or project teams.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Qualified commercial with understanding of MEICA delivery in commercial settings
• Strong experience with sub-metering, energy monitoring, or commercial distribution systems.
• Ability to trace circuits and understand complex DB setups.
• Competent with CAD or electrical drawing software (AutoCAD, Visio, or similar).
• Excellent reporting, diagramming, and documentation skills.
• Able to read/interpret technical drawings and electrical schematics.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving ability.Desirable Skills
• Experience installing CTs, pulse meters, or smart metering systems.
• Knowledge of power quality analysis or energy management.
• Experience working in multi-site commercial environments.
• Knowledge of BMS/BEMS systems.

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Comfortable working independently on customer sites.
• Strong communication skills.
• Professional, reliable, and safety-focused

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• Car allowance & expenses OR van with fuel card
• Tools/equipment
• Training and certification opportunities