Energy Meter jobs

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Energy Meter Hardware Designer responsible for the complete hardware development lifecycle of single-phase, three-phase energy meters and LTCT Meter. The role involves schematic design, PCB layout, product validation, regulatory compliance, and field-level troubleshooting for utility-grade metering products.

Job Description

PCB Design & Layout

1. Create multi-layer PCB layouts (2–6 layers) considering:

• EMI / EMC
• Surge, ESD, EFT protection
• Creepage & clearance as per standards

2. Design for high-voltage isolation and safety.

3. Perform DFM / DFA / DFT checks.

4. Coordinate with PCB fabrication and assembly vendors.

Compliance & Standards

1. Ensure compliance with:

• IS 13779 / IS 16444 (Part 1 & 2)
• IEC 62052 / IEC 62053
• IEC 61000 (EMC/EMI)
• CISPR 22 / 32

2. Support testing for:

• Surge (up to 10 kV)
• ESD (±8 / ±15 kV) o EFT / Burst
• Magnetic influence (0.5T DC)
• HV / Spark testing

3. Product Design & Validation

• Support industrial design integration (enclosure constraints, thermal, isolation).
• Conduct prototype bring-up, debugging, and functional validation.
• Perform design reviews and implement corrective actions.
• Support type testing, NABL lab coordination, and certification.

Troubleshooting & Field Support

1. Debug hardware issues at prototype, pilot, and mass-production stages.

2. Analyze failures from:

• Manufacturing
• Environmental stress
• Field installations

3. Support root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).

Documentation & Collaboration

Prepare:

• Design documents
• Schematics & PCB release notes
• BOM and test procedures

Work closely with:

• Firmware team
• Mechanical / enclosure designers
• Manufacturing & QA teams

Support vendor technical discussions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Technical Skills

1. Strong expertise in schematic capture and PCB design tools:

• Altium Designer / OrCAD / Eagle / KiCad

2. Hands-on experience with:

• Energy metering circuits
• High-voltage & low-power mixed-signal design

3. Good understanding of:

• EMI/EMC mitigation techniques
• Surge & ESD protection design

4. Experience in prototype bring-up and troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities:

Hardware Design & Development

Design and develop schematics and PCB layouts for energy meters (Single Phase / Three Phase/LTCT Meter).

Select and validate components including:

• Metrology ICs
• Microcontrollers / SoCs
• Communication modules (RF, ,Cellular-NB-IoT, LTE, RS485, Optical port)
• Power supply (SMPS, LDOs)

Design circuits for:

• Voltage & current sensing (CT, Shunt, Rogowski)
• RTC, EEPROM, Flash
• Tamper detection (Magnetic, Neutral disturbance, Earth leakage) Ensure designs meet accuracy class requirements (Class 0.5S / 1.0).

Education :

B.E / B.Tech / M.Tech/B.sc/ Diploma in

• Electronics & Communication
• Electrical & Electronics
• Instrumentation

Preferred / Added Advantage

• Experience in Smart Meters / AMI / DLMS / COSEM ecosystem
• Knowledge of optical communication (IEC 62056-21)
• Exposure to mass production and quality issues
• Experience with utility approvals (DISCOMs in India)

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams

Pay: ₹276,793.69 - ₹1,300,000.87 per year

Benefits:

• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person