Electrical Power Contracts Engineer

Saudi Aramco (ASC)

We are seeking an Electrical Power Contracts Engineer to join Saudi Aramco's Downstream under Power Systems Planning Department located in Dhahran.

Power Systems Planning Department is responsible for reviewing and setting Power Systems strategy and investment in full alignment with the Downstream and Corporate vision, mission and long-term objectives.

Your primary role is to have a strong experience in the field of electrical engineering and system, and serving as an off-taker for third-party contracts for ensuring the technical adequacy, compliance, and reliability of electrical systems and equipment, particularly in the evaluation and acceptance of work performed by external vendors or contractors in accordance with established standards and contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities

As the successful candidate, you will be required to perform the following:

• Manage third-party and joint venture agreements, including energy conversion and power purchase agreements, while ensuring technical understanding and evaluation of all related obligations.
• Review and verify the accuracy of third-party billing, including capacity charges, energy charges, penalties, and availability factors.
• Conduct specialized and detailed performance analyses of third-party cogeneration systems and carry out benchmarking activities.
• Ensure adherence to all contractual obligations, grid codes, and offtake requirements.
• Monitor power offtake and analyze any variances in alignment with existing contracts.
• Develop both short-term and long-term energy offtake forecasts to support planning and decision-making.
• Analyze historical load patterns to optimize generation and dispatch planning strategies.
• Identify and assess operational, commercial, and contractual risks related to offtake arrangements.
• Prepare comprehensive offtake reports for all relevant customers and stakeholders.
• Participate in audits and provide the necessary technical support during these processes.
• Ensure strict compliance with regulatory frameworks and market policies.
• Collaborate effectively with internal departments such as operations, planning, project management, and legal, as well as with external teams and partners.