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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.

​Kidderminster is a large market and historic minster town and civil parish in Worcestershire, England, 17 miles (27 km) south-west of Birmingham and 15 miles (24 km) north of Worcester. Located north of the River Stour and east of the River Severn, in the 2011 census, it had a population of 55,530.[1] The town is twinned with Husum, Germany.

Situated in the far north of Worcestershire (and with its northern suburbs only 3 and 4 miles from the Staffordshire and Shropshire borders respectively), the town is the main administration centre for the wider Wyre Forest District, which includes the towns of Stourport-on-Severn and Bewdley, along with other outlying settlements.

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