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Power & Load Optimization Trader

15 hours, 5 minutes ago
United States, Canada
Full-time
Mid Level
Operations Analyst
Operations
Python SQL
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Intersect

Intersect

We deliver the fastest, cheapest, cleanest, and most reliable energy and data center infrastructure solutions for the scale of what comes next.

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Founded 2001
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Description

  • Develop and execute trading strategies across ERCOT Day-Ahead and Real-Time Markets to optimize large-scale load positions and reduce power costs.
  • Translate nodal pricing, congestion, and real-time market conditions into actionable demand response and load-shaping decisions.
  • Identify and capture value through load flexibility, including strategic curtailment and demand response participation.
  • Integrate trading decisions with physical load operations, including demand response and load shed strategies.
  • Coordinate with QSE/LSE partners and operations teams to ensure positions reflect operational constraints and reliability requirements.
  • Monitor ERCOT fundamentals such as congestion, volatility drivers, and pricing behavior across nodes and hubs.
  • Evaluate basis risk and nodal exposure to improve positioning and cost outcomes.
  • Use analytics tools and data models to support real-time and forward-looking market decisions.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external market participants to align on strategy, execution, and performance.
  • Communicate market insights and operational implications across trading and operations stakeholders.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
  • 2–5 years of experience in ERCOT power markets with exposure to trading, load optimization, demand response, or market operations.
  • Experience in energy trading firms, retail energy providers, utilities, or large commercial/industrial load environments.
  • Working knowledge of ERCOT market structure, including DAM, RTM, nodal pricing, congestion, and volatility drivers.
  • Familiarity with ERCOT load frameworks, including SLF, PUN, Large Load procedures, and SB6 implications.
  • Understanding of demand response programs and practical load shed optimization strategies.
  • Experience with load optimization, demand response, and load shedding strategies.
  • Familiarity with Yes Energy, IRR, Hitachi Energy systems, or similar market analytics and trading/EMS platforms.
  • Strong Excel modeling skills; Python or SQL experience is a plus.
  • Understanding of QSE/LSE processes and how load is represented in market participation.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
  • Ability to communicate effectively across trading, operations, and external partners.
  • A developing network within ERCOT market participants and an understanding of how market information flows.
  • A highly analytical and commercially driven mindset with the ability to balance structured optimization and real-time decision-making.
  • A composed, disciplined approach under pressure with sound judgment in uncertain and rapidly changing conditions.
  • A collaborative, growth-oriented mindset with strong accountability and continuous learning.

Benefits

  • Total compensation of USD $217,500–$240,000 or CAD $298,903–$329,824, including base salary plus bonus.
  • 100% premium coverage for medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents.
  • Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks for Fourth of July and year-end.
  • Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents.
  • Family planning support through Carrot and Maven.
  • Free access to Spring Health, including 5 therapy and psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account through Wellhub+.
  • 3% non-elective employer retirement contribution to your 401(k) or RRSP.
  • Monthly perks including a $150 food stipend, $150 cell phone and internet reimbursement, pet insurance allowance, home office setup, and UrbanSitter access with quarterly company credits.

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