AMR Systems Administrator (Electrical Metering)

To manage and maintain Automated Meter Reading (AMR) systems, ensuring accurate data collection, system integrity, and seamless integration with utility billing platforms.

Job Description
·Minimum of three (3) years’ experience working with AMR (Automated Meter Reading) systems on the backend.
·Solid understanding of single-phase prepaid and postpaid meters, three-phase meters, and CT/VT-operated metering systems, including basic operational theory.
·Knowledge of Water meters and Sigfox Protocols
·Experience with Hexing, Conlog, and Kamstrup meters is highly advantageous.
·Proficient in communication protocols such as DLMS/COSEM, Modbus, and others.
·Knowledge of CIU comms protocols such as PLC, RF, etc..
·Familiarity with communication modules and modems, including RS232 and RS485 interfaces.
·Ability to configure AMR backend parameters, including but not limited to: - Communication settings (IP addresses, ports, etc.) - Voltage Transformer (VT) and Current Transformer (CT) ratios - Multiplication factors
·Skilled in troubleshooting communication failures, resolving billing discrepancies, and interpreting load profiles and phasor diagrams.
·Demonstrated experience in providing remote technical support to field technicians.
·Basic programming knowledge (e.g., Python, C#) is an added advantage.Knowledge of scripting, automation and API integration
·Competency in basic data analysis using tools such as Excel and SQL is beneficial.
·Knowledge of vending platforms & financial billing systems will be advantageous
·Cyber security

Qualification
· National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
· Registration with ECSA will be considered an asset.

Key Attributes
· Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment.
· Willingness to provide occasional after-hours support.
· Capacity to quickly learn and adapt to new systems and technologies.
· Own transport

Experience/Knowledge Required
· Minimum of three (3) years’ experience working with AMR (Automated Meter Reading) systems
· Set up and conduct testing of meters within the AMR system.
· Perform quality assurance on new meter installations and vet meter replacements.
· Verify meter data accuracy and consistency.
· Monitor load profiles and phasor diagrams
· Conduct diagnostics and validation of meter functionality and communication.
· Integration with Scada, Billing systems and GIS systems