Application Guide

How to Apply for Meter Systems Engineer

at Landis+Gyr

🏢 About Landis+Gyr

Landis+Gyr is a global leader in smart grid technology, specifically focused on creating energy-efficient solutions that reduce environmental impact worldwide. What makes them unique is their commitment to empowering smarter grids through advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) and their position as an industry pioneer with over 125 years of experience in energy management. Someone might want to work here to contribute directly to sustainable energy solutions while working with cutting-edge utility technology.

About This Role

As a Meter Systems Engineer at Landis+Gyr, you'll bridge technical expertise with customer relationships by providing technical sales presentations and support for smart metering systems. This role is impactful because you'll directly influence utility customers' adoption of energy-efficient technologies while troubleshooting implementation challenges. You'll serve as the technical authority on Landis+Gyr's metering products, helping utilities optimize their operations.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve preparing technical presentations for utility clients, remotely troubleshooting meter system configurations, and updating CRM systems with customer interactions. You could spend part of the day analyzing product performance data to identify strengths/weaknesses, then travel to a customer site to demonstrate system features or resolve implementation challenges.

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🎯 Who Landis+Gyr Is Looking For

  • Has 2-5 years of technical support experience in electronics/technology, specifically with utility metering systems or AMR/AMI operations
  • Possesses strong presentation skills with experience explaining complex technical systems to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Is comfortable with extensive travel (up to 75%) and has experience managing customer relationships in field settings
  • Has hands-on experience with CRM systems and utility operations, not just general customer service experience

📝 Tips for Applying to Landis+Gyr

1

Highlight specific experience with AMR (Automatic Meter Reading) or AMI systems in your resume, even if it's from a utility perspective rather than vendor side

2

Quantify your technical support experience with metrics like customer satisfaction scores, reduced resolution times, or number of systems supported

3

Mention any experience with utility industry standards or protocols (like ANSI C12, DLMS/COSEM) if applicable

4

Demonstrate your understanding of Landis+Gyr's product ecosystem by referencing specific products like Gridstream or E360 in your application materials

5

Prepare examples of how you've translated technical features into customer benefits in previous roles, especially for utility clients

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience with utility operations and how it prepares you to understand customer pain points', 'Specific examples of providing technical expertise to customers on complex electronic systems', 'Your ability to travel extensively while maintaining customer relationships', "How your technical background aligns with Landis+Gyr's mission of creating smarter, more efficient grids"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Landis+Gyr's specific product lines like Gridstream, E360, and their advanced metering infrastructure solutions
  • → Recent utility industry trends in smart grid technology and AMI adoption rates
  • → Landis+Gyr's major utility customers and partnership announcements
  • → The company's sustainability initiatives and how they align with utility decarbonization goals

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe your experience with utility meter reading systems and any specific AMR/AMI technologies you've worked with
2 Walk me through how you would explain a complex metering system feature to a non-technical utility manager
3 How would you handle a situation where a customer is experiencing repeated issues with meter data collection?
4 What do you know about Landis+Gyr's Gridstream solution and how it differs from competitors?
5 Describe a time you had to troubleshoot a technical issue remotely while maintaining customer confidence
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with only general customer service experience without specific technical/utility background
  • Failing to address the 75% travel requirement or appearing hesitant about extensive travel
  • Using generic technical support examples instead of utility/energy industry-specific experiences
  • Not demonstrating knowledge of Landis+Gyr's specific products or smart grid technology

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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