We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Electrical Engineer (Metering & Installation)
Locations: Mainland, Lagos
Role Purpose
- The Electrical Engineer (Metering & Installations) will serve as MOJEC’s in-house Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all deployed metering systems across residential, commercial, and industrial (R, C & I) customers.
- The role provides technical leadership for metering installations, commissioning, compliance, and performance optimization, while ensuring adherence to applicable national and international standards.
- The position also oversees technical engagement with Service-Based Contractors (SBCs) and other partners involved in metering deployment projects, ensuring quality, safety, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Technical & Engineering Responsibilities:
- Act as the technical authority for smart metering systems, including single-phase, three-phase, CT/PT, and advanced metering infrastructure (AMI).
- Provide engineering oversight for the design, installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of metering systems.
- Review and approve technical drawings, installation methods, and engineering documentation for metering and power system projects.
- Ensure metering systems comply with Nigerian and international standards (e.g., NERC, IEC, IEEE, DLMS/COSEM, MID where applicable).
- Conduct root-cause analysis on meter failures, communication issues, and field non-conformities, and recommend corrective actions.
Installation & Deployment Oversight:
- Provide technical supervision and quality assurance for large-scale meter deployment projects.
- Interface with SBCs to ensure compliance with MOJEC installation standards, safety rules, and contractual requirements.
- Support field teams during complex installations, audits, and dispute resolution cases.
- Ensure proper installation practices for residential, commercial, and industrial customers, including HV/LV interfaces where applicable.
Compliance, Quality & Safety:
- Enforce compliance with regulatory, contractual, and safety requirements across all metering activities.
- Support internal and external audits related to metering installations, DISREP/NMMP/MAP or other national programs.
- Maintain and continuously improve installation standards, checklists, and work instructions.
Project & Stakeholder Management:
- Support planning, scheduling, and execution of metering projects to meet deployment targets.
- Prepare technical reports, progress updates, and engineering assessments for management and stakeholders.
- Collaborate with Distribution Companies (DisCos), regulators, and partners to resolve technical issues.
Training & Capacity Building:
- Provide technical training and guidance to installation teams, SBCs, and junior engineers.
- Develop and update training materials and technical manuals for metering installations and testing.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Technical Performance:
- Meter installation quality compliance rate: ≥ 98%
- First-time-right installation rate: ≥ 95%
- Meter fault resolution turnaround time: ≤ agreed SLA
- Reduction in post-installation defects: Year-on-year improvement
Project & Delivery:
- On-time completion of metering projects: ≥ 95%
- Engineering documentation accuracy: Zero critical non-conformities
- Technical support response time to field issues: Within SLA
Compliance & Governance:
- Audit findings related to metering installations: Zero major findings
- Regulatory compliance incidents: Zero tolerance
- Safety incidents attributable to installation practices: Zero
Stakeholder & Team Development:
- SBC compliance score: ≥ agreed benchmark
- Number of technical trainings conducted annually: As per plan
- Improvement in installer competency assessments: Measurable progress
Required Knowledge:
- Electrical engineering principles related to utility power distribution systems
- Metering technologies, communication systems, and control systems
- Electrical testing, commissioning, and diagnostic methods
- Utility construction methods, materials, and safety practices
- Policies, codes, and regulations governing electric utility infrastructure
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Relevant professional certification is an advantage
- Proven experience in metering systems and utility installations
- Experience working with DisCos, EPCs, or large-scale deployment programs is desirable
Additional Requirements:
- Valid Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record (mandatory)
- Willingness to travel to project sites as required.
Required Skills & Abilities:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to perform complex engineering calculations and system analysis
- Proficiency in interpreting standards, drawings, and technical data
- Effective communication and technical reporting skills
- Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate technical teams
- Proficiency in engineering software and computer-based tools.