Distributed Control System Senior Specialist

Distributed Control System Senior Specialist

Location: Bataan, Philippines

Job Level: Senior Specialist

Business Unit: Transition Business Group

Power your future with AboitizPower.

As Distributed Control System Senior Specialist, you will be responsible for executing complex day-to-day maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of Control Systems, including network communications, Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), Distributed Control Systems (DCS), and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and contribute directly to transforming energy for a better world. You will work closely with Maintenance team to deliver results, create positive community impact, and develop your skills in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Provides strategic, technical, and administrative support to leadership in areas such as financial planning, procurement, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and quality control.
• Ensures correct use of the DCS, PLC, and HMI systems for efficient operations
• Manages the correct use of the DCS, PLC, and HMI Equipment according to defined procedures. Investigate plant systems malfunctions based on data extracted from the DCS and HMIs.
• Monitors the status of field instruments in the power generation process to ensure optimal production.

To Succeed in this Role, we need someone who:

• Coal Fired Power Plant Operations
• DCS, PLCs, and HMIs
• System Design and Modification
• Fault Diagnosis and Troubleshooting

What You Will Need:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering degree, preferably in Electronics, Instrumentation and Control, or Electrical Engineering.
• 8 years of experience in Power Plant (preferably Supercritical technology) or related heavy industries.
• With leadership experience (completed Supervisor training course) is an advantage.

Our Culture & Commitment to You: Powering Your Future

At AboitizPower, we honor you not just as a professional, but as a person. Our promise is to provide a workplace where you can thrive through:

• Powered by People: We value your unique identity and ensure you feel supported, trusted, and empowered.
• Own Your Growth: Learn, grow, and advance through mentorship, leadership opportunities, and meaningful learning experiences.
• Why We Work: Purpose is part of every job here. Your efforts directly contribute to community upliftment, sustainability, and shaping the future of energy.
• Empowering Culture: Bring your full self to a workplace grounded in belonging and collaboration.
• Recognition that Matters: We celebrate both visible milestones and steady efforts, honoring the dedication you bring to our mission.

About Us

AboitizPower is the holding company for the Aboitiz Group's investments in power generation, distribution, and retail electricity services. We are among the largest power producers in the Philippines, with a balanced portfolio of assets located across the country. We are also a major producer of renewable energy, with several hydroelectric, geothermal, and solar power generation facilities.

Together, let's power your future.