Smart Utilities Engineer
A Smart Utilities Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining smart utility systems that optimize the use of energy, water, and other resources. Here are some key duties and responsibilities:
System Design and Development: Creating integrated energy systems that combine solar PV, battery storage, generators, IoT platforms, and other smart utility solutions 1.
Installation and Integration: Overseeing the installation and integration of smart utility components, ensuring seamless connectivity and interoperability 2.
Monitoring and Maintenance: Monitoring the performance of smart utility systems, analyzing data, identifying anomalies, and implementing necessary maintenance or upgrades 2.
Data Analysis and Optimization: Utilizing advanced data analytics to extract insights, optimize resource usage, and predict demand 2.
Cybersecurity and Resilience: Ensuring the security and resilience of smart utility systems by implementing robust cybersecurity measures and conducting risk assessments 2.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Working with utility companies, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders to align projects with regulatory requirements and industry standards 2.
Smart Utilities Engineers typically have a background in electrical or power systems engineering, renewable energy, or a related field. They need strong technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and good communication skills 2.
Caldecottis a village in the county ofRutlandin theEast MidlandsofEngland. Thecivil parishpopulation was 256 at the 2001 census increasing to 269 at the 2011 census.[3]It is located about four miles (6.4 km) south ofUppinghamand about 4 miles north ofCorbyin Northamptonshire. TheA6003runs through the village; traffic flow on the bridge over theEye Brookis controlled by traffic lights.
The village's name means 'cottages which are cold'.[4]
Caldecott is the most southerly village in Rutland. It is a small historic ironstone village situated on the A6003. The village has campaigned for abypasssince at least the 1950s, which was approved in 2007 but fell through due to the financial crisis.[5][6]
Otherwise Caldecott is surrounded by rolling countryside and close to theEyebrook Reservoirnature reserve andRockingham Forest. Caldecott has a new playground, fundraised for and managed by the local community. The village has an active community, hosting a number of clubs & societies and events, usually at the Village Hall. Theparish church of St John the Evangelist, is a Grade II* listed building;[7]it dates back to the 12th century and is a focal point for the village, holding regular services.
There is one public house - The Plough Inn - by The Green on Main Street, and an Italian restaurant - Castle Italia - on the A6003 Rockingham Road to the south of the village.
There was once arailway stationon the southern edge of the village. It was named after the neighbouring village ofRockingham, which was considered to be of more importance at the time. The railway station closed in 1966.