Solutions Engineer

Solutions Engineer – Smart Metering & IoT Location: UK based (frequent travel across UK, occasional Europe) Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Benefits Contract: Permanent, Full-time About the Role Join a leading technology company at the forefront of smart metering and IoT innovation. We\’re expanding rapidly in the UK water, thermal energy, and sub-metering markets, offering exciting opportunities to work with cutting-edge digitalization and smart city technologies. As a Solutions Engineer, you\’ll be instrumental in delivering, integrating, and supporting smart metering and IoT solutions across the UK water and energy sectors. This hands-on role combines technical expertise with customer-facing responsibilities, perfect for professionals passionate about utility sector innovation. What You\’ll Do * Provide technical support for smart water/heat meters, IoT devices, and radio systems (OMS, M-Bus) * Deploy and configure metering software and platforms, ensuring seamless integration * Support sales teams with technical proposals and tender responses * Coordinate trial installations, site surveys, and full-scale network rollouts * Deliver customer training on products, installation techniques, and system interfaces * Provide Level 1 & 2 support for field teams and contractors * Manage technical documentation and system performance monitoring * Participate in project planning, quality assurance, and troubleshooting Essential Requirements * Degree/HNC/HND in Electrical, Mechanical, or Communications Engineering (or equivalent) * Several years\’ hands-on experience in smart metering, IoT, or utility environments * Strong understanding of smart metering architectures and connectivity (OMS Radio, M-Bus, NB-IoT, LoRaWAN) * Experience with AMI/AMR systems and relevant IT platforms in UK water/energy markets * Proven field installation and commissioning experience * Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders * Strong organizational abilities and time management * Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel Desirable Skills * Technical project implementation and solution design experience * Programming/scripting (Java, Python, or similar) * IoT protocols knowledge (MQTT, WebSocket, REST APIs) * Data as a Service (DaaS) experience * Virtual machine management and remote diagnostics * Understanding of thermal energy metering and smart water networks What We Offer * Competitive salary and bonus scheme * Car allowance * Group pension scheme and private healthcare * Flexible working with home office days * 30 days holiday + bank holidays * Professional development opportunities * Technical training programs * Dynamic, small team environment with remote working options Career Growth This role offers excellent progression opportunities as the company continues its strategic expansion over the next 2 years. Ready to shape the future of smart metering technology?