Associate Director, Protection & Control

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director Protection & Control to join AECOMs growing Philippines-based Transmission & Distribution (T&D) capability supporting major international energy infrastructure projects primarily for UK and global clients.

This senior leadership role will provide technical direction delivery guidance quality oversight and mentoring across protection and control (P&C) engineering for HV and EHV transmission distribution renewable energy and BESS projects.

The role supports delivery across the full lifecycle including feasibility concept design FEED detailed design technical assurance construction and commissioning covering substations grid reinforcement renewables interconnectors and large-scale infrastructure.

The Philippines team operates within AECOMs global governance framework. Statutory certification and engineer-of-record responsibilities remain with licensed entities in the relevant jurisdiction. The role requires collaboration with global teams and occasional off-hours coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Governance

• Act as the technical lead for P&C engineering within the Philippines T&D team.
• Provide leadership across HV/EHV substations transmission renewables and BESS projects.
• Ensure alignment with international standards client specifications and AECOM procedures.
• Lead design reviews and engineering assurance processes.
• Provide expert technical input and problem-solving support.
• Support preparation and review of deliverables (non-statutory).

P&C Design & Delivery

• Lead development and review of P&C designs for HV/EHV substations and grid infrastructure.
• Oversee outputs including single line diagrams schematics wiring interlocking control logic SCADA topology and communications interfaces.
• Develop and review protection philosophies control strategies and functional design specifications.
• Perform or review protection coordination studies and relay settings (e.g. ETAP DIgSILENT).
• Review supplier/OEM designs for compliance with client utility and international standards.
• Support owners engineer roles through design reviews and technical assurance.
• Support FAT SAT commissioning and construction-stage technical queries.
• Ensure quality and coordination of deliverables prior to issue.

Project & Multidisciplinary Coordination

• Work with project and design managers and global teams.
• Coordinate P&C inputs with primary plant overhead lines cabling SCADA telecoms civil structural BESS and commissioning disciplines.
• Support workshare delivery ensuring high-quality coordinated outputs.
• Contribute to bids methodologies schedules and resource planning.
• Participate in technical discussions with clients utilities and partners.

Leadership & Capability Building

• Mentor and develop P&C engineers and specialists.
• Support recruitment onboarding and technical capability development.
• Drive a culture of technical excellence quality and continuous improvement.
• Support development of standards tools and checking procedures.

Additional Information

This role is Philippines-based supporting global delivery. It does not include statutory design sign-off or engineer-of-record responsibility which remains with licensed AECOM entities.

The role may require occasional early or late coordination across time zones but is not shift-based.

AECOM is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are based on merit capability and business needs with reasonable accommodations provided. Applicants must have the right to work in the Philippines.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Electrical or Power Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong experience in P&C engineering across transmission distribution renewables or BESS.
• Significant experience in FEED or detailed design for HV systems (typically 132kV400kV).
• Strong understanding of substation design and primary-secondary interfaces.
• Experience developing/reviewing protection philosophies schematics wiring relay settings and SCADA interfaces.
• Experience reviewing supplier/OEM designs for compliance.
• Experience in multidisciplinary project delivery.
• Strong communication skills for international collaboration.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Strong technical judgement and leadership capability.
• Ability to mentor and grow engineering teams.
• Client-focused with strong stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and global delivery.
• High attention to quality coordination and reliability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in UK or international T&D projects.
• Familiarity with utilities such as National Grid SSE SPT or equivalents.
• Experience with 275kV and 400kV systems.
• Background in consulting utilities contractors OEMs or renewables.
• Experience in BESS grid connections or interconnectors.
• Knowledge of IEC 61850 substation automation.
• Experience with OEM systems (e.g. ABB Siemens GE SEL).
• Proficiency in ETAP DIgSILENT or similar tools.
• Experience supporting FAT SAT commissioning or site activities.
• LCDAE/CDAE or equivalent competency approvals (advantageous).
• Chartered / Professional Engineer or equivalent (preferred).
• Must be willing to work on fixed night shifts and 3 days onsite per week

Additional Information :

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time