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Associate Director Secondary EngineerJoin AECOM to apply for the Associate Director Secondary Engineer role at AECOM.OverviewAECOM''s Energy Team is seeking an experienced Associate Director to lead and deliver complex secondary systems projects. This role is ideal for a seasoned engineer with strong consultancy experience, technical leadership capabilities, and a clientfocused mindset. You will work across transmission and distribution projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction. We''re flexible on location, with the role open to candidates based in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, or Brisbane.ResponsibilitiesAct as Project Lead and Technical Authority on secondary systems projects.Prepare, review, and sign off on detailed design drawings, protection reports, and relay configurations to meet Australian Standards and client requirements.Lead project teams, oversee timelines and budgets, and provide continued guidance and support to peer engineers.Serve as a clientfacing contact, providing advice, maintaining strong relationships, and ensuring clear, professional communication.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across transmission, distribution, renewables, traction power, and other engineering disciplines to deliver innovative and technically outstanding solutions.QualificationsDegree in Electrical Engineering (or similar), with RPEV (or equivalent) or the ability to obtain.Extensive technical competency and leadership experience in secondary protection and control system projects.Proven experience in detailed design, preparation of protection reports, preparation of relay configurations, and review/signoff of technical documentation.Strong understanding of transmission and distribution system protection and control in accordance with Australian Standards.Experience in Transmission Network Service Providers within Australia is highly coveted.Demonstrated experience in project leadership, clientfacing roles, and consultancy environments, with excellent communication and relationship management skills.BenefitsFlexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, parttime, jobsharing, and hybrid work options.26 weeks paid parental leave, 2 weeks paid partner leave and up to 12 weeks paid alternative primary carer leave.Continuous learning and growth lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities.ApplicationApplications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected. If you require adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions.About AECOMAECOM is the world''s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022.Legal EEO StatementWe''re an Equal Opportunity Employer. AECOM believes in each person''s potential, and we''ll help you reach yours.ReqID: J10134146Business Line: EnergyBusiness Group: DCSStrategic Business Unit: ANZCareer Area: EngineeringWork Location Model: Hybrid#J-18808-Ljbffr