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Trafigura · 19 hours ago

FTR Trader - ERCOT

positionDenver, CO
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
date2+ years exp

Trafigura is a leading independent commodities group focused on connecting vital resources globally. They are seeking an FTR Trader responsible for conducting in-depth research and analysis of the electricity market and grid congestion to support energy trading activities and capitalize on market opportunities in the ERCOT market.

IndustrialMineralOil and GasShippingSupply Chain Management
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Developing, maintaining, executing and calibrating new power flow optimization models
Working with a team to implement systematic congestion analysis using optimal power flow (OPF) and nodal market simulation
Research and modelling of electricity market supply, demand and grid congestion fundamentals for daily energy trading and to assess longer-term trends

Qualification

ERCOT FTR tradingR programmingPython programmingPowerworldPROMODDayzerPower flow optimizationAnalytical capabilitiesTeam-oriented mentalityProblem-solvingCritical thinkingCommunication skills

Required

Have at least 2-5 years of experience trading ERCOT FTR or Virtuals
Have strong programming skills in R or Python
Experience with industry software tools like (Dayzer, Powerworld, PROMOD etc)
Consistent track record of PnL generation across ISOs products
Have an entrepreneurial attitude and strong analytical capabilities
Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced and changing environment
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a team-oriented mentality
Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities

Preferred

Preferred advanced degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or equivalent experience

Company

Trafigura

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Trafigura is a commodity trading company that facilitates the distribution of commodities such as metals, minerals, and energy.
dateFounded in 1993
location
Singapore, Central Region, SGP
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.trafigura.com

H1B Sponsorship

Trafigura has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (9)
2024 (2)
2023 (2)
2020 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$21.01B
Key Investors
Korea Trade Insurance CorporationAbu Dhabi Exports OfficeSaudi EXIM
2025-10-08Debt Financing· $3.4B
2025-07-29Debt Financing· $200M
2025-05-06Debt Financing· $390M

Leadership Team

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Stephan Jansma
Chief Financial Officer
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Maciej Sciazko
Head Mining Operations
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Recent News

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