
Careers at Metron
Metron’s Purpose:
Use smart water meter technology to enable others to make better decisions for our world’s water resources.
Find a fulfilling career with the Metron team.
Our team gets up every day imagining ways to better help our customers manage their water resources better. Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, a cleantech hub, it’s an inspiring place to live and work when you want to make a difference. Our fast-paced, growth-oriented company offers competitive, great benefits, and a collaborative team hyper focused on simplifying the business of water.
We’re growing our business – and our team! Check out our openings below.
About the Company – Join the Metron team today! Be part of a team that creates advanced technology solutions to transform water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products and services impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings. Partner with us to tackle global water challenges with ingenuity and dedication.
About the Role – Our IT Support Specialist will assist the IT team in maintaining our technology infrastructure with a focus on Microsoft 365 support and basic security protocols. This position provides valuable hands-on experience while supporting our organization’s technology needs. The role reports to the Head of Information Technology and helps implement technology solutions that align with our business objectives.
Salary range – $70k to $90k
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Support
- Provide technical support for end users across the organization
- Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network connectivity issues
- Set up and configure workstations, peripherals, and mobile devices
- Assist with user account management in Microsoft 365
Microsoft 365 Support
- Help users navigate and utilize Microsoft 365 applications effectively
- Assist with basic administration tasks in the Microsoft 365 environment
- Support email configuration, SharePoint access, and Teams setup
- Help create and maintain documentation for Microsoft 365 tools
Security Operations Assistance
- Help implement basic security measures following established protocols
- Assist with security awareness training for end users
- Monitor and report potential security incidents to senior team members
- Support the maintenance of security-related documentation
Network Support
- Assist with basic network troubleshooting and maintenance
- Help monitor network performance and report issues
- Support the installation and configuration of network equipment
- Assist with network documentation and inventory management
Project Support
- Participate in IT projects under the guidance of senior team members
- Help with testing of new technologies and solutions
- Assist with data collection and reporting for technology initiatives
- Support change management and user adoption efforts
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Technical Skills
- Basic understanding of networking concepts and troubleshooting
- Familiarity with Microsoft 365 applications and services
- Knowledge of standard computing systems and common business software applications
- Understanding of basic cybersecurity principles and practices
Personal Attributes
- Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
- Excellent customer service orientation
- Ability to learn new technologies quickly
- Good time management and organizational skills
Communication Skills
- Clear verbal and written communication
- Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users
- Good documentation skills
- Collaborative team approach
What We Offer – Metron offers excellent opportunities for growth and development in information technology while contributing to our organization’s success through dedicated technology support. Metron offers a competitive compensation package with Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, and paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Statement – Metron is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion drive innovation. We embrace initiatives that promote employee well-being. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action workplace, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind.
How to Apply: If this sounds like a good match for your skills and interests, please apply using the form below. Please attach your resume to your application.
About Metron – Join the Metron team today! Be part of a team that creates advanced technology solutions to transform water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products and services impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings. Partner with us to tackle global water challenges with ingenuity and dedication.
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Embedded Systems Engineer to design and develop advanced, battery-powered IoT/IIoT devices. The ideal candidate will excel in low-power embedded systems, secure firmware development, and electromechanical integration, delivering robust, manufacturable products. This role demands collaboration with cross-functional teams, including mechanical and manufacturing groups, with onsite support for debugging and production challenges. The candidate will manage product lifecycles using modern manufacturing resource planning (MRP) systems and deliver high-quality IoT solutions.
Salary range: $125,000 – $145,000
Key Responsibilities:
- Circuit Design: Design analog, digital, and low-power RF circuits for battery-powered (I)IoT devices using industry-standard tools like Altium Designer.
- Low-Power Embedded Design: Optimize hardware and firmware for ultra-low-power operation to extend battery life in (I)IoT devices.
- Electromechanical Integration: Collaborate with mechanical engineers to co-design robust, easy-to-assemble products with IP68+ environmental ratings.
- Firmware Development: Develop and optimize C/C++ firmware for microcontroller-based systems, ensuring seamless integration with (I)IoT communication protocols and cloud infrastructure.
- System Debugging: Troubleshoot complex (I)IoT ecosystems, including hardware, firmware, mobile applications, cloud platforms, and manufacturing software, with onsite support as needed.
- Security Implementation: Implement secure design practices, including zero trust architectures, encryption, and cryptographic protocols, to ensure data integrity and device security.
- Design for Manufacturing (DFM): Partner with manufacturing teams to resolve assembly line issues and ensure scalable, high-yield designs.
- Product Lifecycle Management (PLM): Manage product development through all stages of the lifecycle, from concept to end-of-life, using PLM tools and interfacing with manufacturing teams utilizing modern MRP systems.
- Project Management: Develop and maintain project schedules, working independently and collaboratively to meet milestones and deliverables.
Required Qualifications:
- 12+ years of experience in embedded systems engineering, with a focus on battery-powered (I)IoT devices.
- Expertise in low-power analog, digital, and RF circuit design, preferably using Altium Designer.
- Strong proficiency in C/C++ firmware development for microcontroller-based systems, with experience integrating communication stacks and cloud connectivity.
- Proven experience in electromechanical integration, co-designing IP68-rated or higher products with mechanical engineering teams.
- In-depth knowledge of zero trust security models, encryption, and cryptographic techniques for (I)IoT applications.
- Strong background in design for manufacturing (DFM) and resolving assembly line issues onsite.
- Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) and interfacing with manufacturing teams using modern MRP systems.
- Ability to debug complex (I)IoT systems, including hardware, firmware, mobile apps, cloud platforms, and manufacturing processes.
- Excellent project management skills, with the ability to create schedules and deliver results independently and in team settings.
- Availability for onsite work to support cross-disciplinary debugging, manufacturing operations, and customer-level issues.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with digital signal processing (DSP) for capturing and post-processing sensor data on microcontrollers, enabling real-time decision-making.
- Familiarity with on-device machine learning or AI coprocessors for edge computing in (I)IoT applications.
- End-to-end experience with (I)IoT product development, from concept to production.
- Knowledge of modern MRP systems and manufacturing workflows.
- Familiarity with industry standards for (I)IoT device performance, power efficiency, and security.
What We Offer – Metron offers excellent opportunities for growth and development in information technology while contributing to our organization’s success through dedicated technology support. Metron offers a competitive compensation package with Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, and paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Statement – Metron is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion drive innovation. We embrace initiatives that promote employee well-being. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action workplace, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind.
How to Apply: If this sounds like a good match for your skills and interests, please apply using the form below. Please attach your resume to your application.
Metron Louisville, Colorado, United States (On-site)
About Metron – Join the Metron team today! Be part of a team that creates advanced technology solutions to transform water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products and services impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings. Partner with us to tackle global water challenges with ingenuity and dedication.
About the Role:
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Supply Chain Buyer/Planner to join our Louisville, CO operations team. This hands-on role is responsible for purchasing, vendor management, and supply planning, and plays a key part in driving inventory efficiency and supplier performance across the organization. The ideal candidate will bring strong tactical management skills and be ready to collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and operations to support Metron’s growing manufacturing activities.
Salary range: $70,000 – $90,000
Key Responsibilities
Purchasing & Inventory Procurement
- Manage all purchasing for secondary inventory, consumables, and production-related expense items.
- Create and maintain a synchronized cadence for purchasing secondary and consumable items.
- Maintain supplier records and implement a grading system based on cost, quality, and delivery performance.
- Collaborate with engineering on Bill of Materials (BOM) accuracy and new product development.
- Participate in product lifecycle activities including New Product Introduction (NPI) and sunsetting.
Supplier Management & Vendor Relations
- Establish and maintain formal, positive relationships with primary and secondary suppliers.
- Collaborate with operations leadership to develop and execute supplier agreements.
- Contribute to the broader supplier management program, identifying opportunities for dual sourcing to mitigate risk.
- Provide supplier performance feedback in coordination with the Quality team.
Receiving & Material Coordination
- Partner with the Receiving Specialist to ensure accurate and timely receipt of inventory.
- Verify purchase order accuracy, incoming inspection routing, and quality of received goods.
- Ensure visibility and communication around incoming shipments.
Supply Planning & Forecasting
- Contribute in our development and implementation of our supply planning processes within the ERP system.
- Lead and participate in supply and production planning meetings.
- Use ERP tools to support planning and inventory optimization.
Cost Control & Value Optimization
- Minimize part-price variance (PPV) and actively seek cost reduction opportunities.
- Research and propose alternate suppliers or cost-saving procurement methods.
- Monitor and control secondary inventory and consumable costs.
Required Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field preferred.
Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in purchasing, supply planning, or vendor management within a manufacturing or operations environment.
- Experience working with ERP systems for purchasing and planning functions.
- Proven track record in cost control, supplier relations, and cross-functional collaboration.
Technical Skills:
- Proficient in ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, and procurement planning tools.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Familiarity with BOM structures, manufacturing processes, and supply chain risk management.
Soft Skills:
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across teams.
What We Offer
Metron offers excellent opportunities for growth and development in information technology while contributing to our organization’s success through dedicated technology support. Metron offers a competitive compensation package with Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, and paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Statement – Metron is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion drive innovation. We embrace initiatives that promote employee well-being. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action workplace, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind.
For more information, please visit our Metron website at Water Management Solutions | Metron
How to Apply: If this sounds like a good match for your skills and interests, please apply using the form below. Please attach your resume to your application.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Materials Manager is responsible for optimizing the flow of goods and services, ensuring efficient procurement, production, inventory management, and distribution of products while maximizing customer satisfaction and profitability. They will oversee the planning, acquisition, storage, and movement of materials to meet business objectives and customer demand.
Salary range: $90,000 – $115,000
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and implement supply chain management strategies to increase efficiency and speed, ensuring a robust and resilient supply chain.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction throughout the supply chain.
- Analyze supply chain data and metrics to identify inefficiencies and drive data-driven decision-making.
- Collaborate with other departments like operations, finance, sales, and marketing to create effective business plans and ensure seamless operations.
- Oversee inventory procedures and management, identifying and resolving problems within the process.
- Manage and coordinate the sourcing and procurement of materials and supplies to meet production schedules and customer demand.
- Evaluate, select, and manage suppliers, negotiating contracts, prices, and terms to ensure optimal quality, value, and reliability.
- Maintain optimal inventory levels, minimizing overstocking and stockouts while optimizing working capital efficiency.
- Ensure timely delivery of products to customers and other manufacturers.
- Oversee procedures for receiving and storing raw materials.
- Lead, mentor, and train employees, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and industry standards.
- Foster a collaborative environment and provide guidance on issue resolution and general supply chain operations.
- Supervise, evaluate, and coach team members.
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and generate reports for supply chain performance.
- Maintain accurate records of inventories, product performance, deliveries, costs, and purchases.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES (KSA’S):
- Strong working knowledge of Supply Chain Management (SCM) software, including Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Proficiency in data mining, analysis, and reporting, with experience using tools like Tableau, Power BI, or similar software.
- Knowledge of forecasting and budgeting processes.
- Experience with lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma is often desired.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal teams, external suppliers, and customers.
- Strong leadership and negotiation skills.
- Analytical mindset with exceptional problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Detail-oriented and organized with excellent time management skills.
- Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience:
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in supply chain operations, logistics, or materials management, with proven success in purchasing and cost reduction.
Certifications:
Certifications (Preferred):
- APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP).
- Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM).
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM).
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
A combination of working in an office and warehouse environment. The role requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Frequent use of hands to type, handle documents, and operate office equipment is necessary. Occasional standing, walking, and light lifting (up to10 pounds) may be required. The role also necessitates the ability to communicate effectively via telephone and video conferencing, which may involve extended periods of speaking and listening. In the warehouse, standing, walking, and lifting (50 + pounds) may be required. Potential exposure, chemicals, dust, and mechanical hazards. Protective personal equipment may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
What We Offer
Metron offers excellent opportunities for growth and development in information technology while contributing to our organization’s success through dedicated technology support. Metron offers a competitive compensation package with Medical, Dental, Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, and paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Statement – Metron is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion drive innovation. We embrace initiatives that promote employee well-being. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action workplace, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind.
For more information, please visit our Metron website at Water Management Solutions | Metron
How to Apply: If this sounds like a good match for your skills and interests, please apply using the form below. Please attach your resume to your application.
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