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Asean-Works

Position : Senior Distribution Automation Engineer
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Jobs Overview

Post Date

29 October, 2025

Closing Date

29 January, 2026

Salary Range

Negotiable

Jobs Category

Architecture/Enginee...

Jobs Location

Phnom Penh

Candidate Gender

Any

Jobs Term

Full Time

Jobs Experience

Jobs Level

N\A

Jobs Description

  • Lead the planning, design, implementation, and commissioning of comprehensive Distribution Automation schemes.
  • Configure, and troubleshoot IEC 60870-5-104 communications over wireless technologies (e.g., cellular), ensuring robust and secure data transfer for DA applications.
  • Oversee the integration of diverse IEDs, RTUs, smart sensors, and reclosers from multiple manufacturers into the DA system, ensuring seamless interoperability and data exchange via IEC 60870-5-104.
  • Collaborate with IT/OT network teams to design and optimize wireless communication infrastructure to support real-time DA applications, considering latency, bandwidth, and cybersecurity requirements
  • Provide expert-level technical support for DA systems, diagnosing complex communication, control, and hardware issues in the field and at the control center.
  • Manage Technical aspects of DA projects end-to-end.
  • Ensure all DA designs and implementations comply with industry standards (e.g., IEEE, NERC, IEC), regulatory requirements, and internal company policies.
  • Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training to junior engineers and field personnel on DA concepts, systems, and best practices.
  • Effectively liaise with equipment vendors, technology partners, and internal stakeholders (e.g., operations, planning, IT) to ensure successful project outcomes.

Jobs Requirement

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Geoinformatics, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in distribution utility operations, specifically focused on Distribution Automation, SCADA, and smart grid technologies.
  • In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with IEC 60870-5-104/101 protocol implementation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
  • Extensive experience with designing, implementing, and maintaining wireless communication systems for utility applications (e.g., 4G/5G cellular, licensed/unlicensed radio, Wi-Fi mesh, LoRaWAN, NB-IoT).
  • Strong understanding of distribution network topology, protection schemes, fault characteristics, and operational practices.
  • Proven experience with advanced distribution grid functionalities.
  • Proven experience in managing complex, large-scale utility integration projects.
  • Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices as they apply to wireless and industrial control systems (ICS/OT).
  • Exceptional analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills for complex technical challenges.

Contact Information

Contact Person

Kanha

Industry Company

Advisory/Consultancy

Phone Number

012 846 222

Email Address

jobs@asean-works.com

Address

1st Floor CPL Building #25 & 63, St. 348/205, Toul Svay Prey II, Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

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