Full-Time

Smart Meter Engineer

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Octopus Energy

Octopus Energy

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides affordable green energy solutions

Energy

Compensation Overview

£36.5kAnnually

+ Performance Bonus

Junior, Mid

Glasgow, UK

Position requires onsite presence in Glasgow, UK.

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Requirements
  • Valid, in date, MOCoPA - at least 1ph WC
  • Gas Safe – CCN1 - MET1 or CMA1 - MET1 (or equivalent)
  • Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 points
Responsibilities
  • fitting meters
  • showing customers how their meter and in-home display work
  • how it can help them save energy
  • answering any questions about the green energy revolution we are leading

Octopus Energy provides affordable green energy solutions to households and businesses across multiple countries, including the UK, US, Japan, Germany, New Zealand, and Australia. The company utilizes technology and data to operate in the renewable energy market, focusing on sustainability. Its main offerings include direct energy sales to consumers and the licensing of its proprietary Kraken technology platform to other energy providers. This platform helps streamline energy management and improve customer service. Unlike many competitors, Octopus Energy emphasizes a data-driven approach and offers additional services such as electric vehicle solutions. The company's goal is to make green energy accessible and affordable while promoting sustainable practices in the energy sector.

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$2.5B

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

12%

1 year growth

-8%

2 year growth

41%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • 'Zero Bills' initiative could revolutionize sustainable living in the housing market.
  • Partnership with Energisa opens growth opportunities in South America's green energy sector.
  • Investment in Ocergy enhances competitive edge in global offshore wind market.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition in renewable energy may impact Octopus Energy's market share.
  • Rapid international expansion exposes Octopus Energy to geopolitical and regulatory risks.
  • Reliance on Kraken platform poses risks of technological failures or cybersecurity breaches.

What makes Octopus Energy unique

  • Octopus Energy's Kraken platform optimizes energy usage for zero-bill homes.
  • The company leads in electric aircraft charging infrastructure with AeroVolt collaboration.
  • Octopus Energy's global reach includes partnerships in Brazil and technology licensing.

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