NRG Energy · 3 months ago
Sr. Real Time Trader/Dispatcher
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelNRG Energy is an integrated power generation and supply firm that offers offsite solar, wind power, and smart grid retail services. The Sr. Real Time Trader/Dispatcher will manage real-time operations of the asset portfolio, ensuring compliance with ISO rules, and optimizing dispatching and trading decisions for maximum profitability.
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Responsibilities
Manage the real-time operations of NRG’s asset portfolio, including dispatching generation based upon economic conditions and operational constraints., developing load forecasts, tracking real time load, and purchasing or selling energy and capacity as needed
Take or direct timely and appropriate real-time actions in accordance with ISO rules and procedures
Coordinate unit availability, outage schedules, unit startup and shutdown times, and communicate all necessary information to plant personnel, ISOs, fuel and trading groups in a timely and professional manor
Monitor and ensure ancillary services schedules are met to minimize portfolio risk and facilitate system reliability
Communicate operational and emergency conditions with Balancing Authorities, Reliability Coordinators, Transmission Operators and ISO on a continual basis
Monitor and analyze available market information to identify dispatching and trading opportunities
Manage dispatching and trading decisions with a continuous focus on balancing risk versus return to produce maximum profitability
Analyze and evaluate energy transactions to ensure that all relevant aspects including energy price, transmission, counter party, and contractual terms are compliant with NRG’s Risk Management Policy
Interact with various ISO web-based market tools and applications
Effectively switch between tasks, adapt to shifting priorities while maintaining attention to detail and quality of work
As System Operator, have the responsibility and authority to implement real-time actions to ensure the stable and reliable operation of the Bulk Electric System
As a System Operator, comply with applicable NERC Reliability Standards and regional ISO rules and tariffs
As a System Operator, complete necessary NERC certification and continuing education requirements as applicable
Perform supervisory functions on shift as determined by the Real Time Manager
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in economics, business, finance, or other relevant degree or equivalent military or industry experience
Competence with mathematics and technical concepts
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Proven ability to take appropriate action within time constraints
Capable/proficient with Microsoft Suite and web based environments
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Motivated self-starter with ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, forward moving environment
Applicable experience with any of the following markets: CAISO, ERCOT, MISO, PJM, NYISO, and/or ISONE markets and/or operations
If not NERC or PJM certified, candidate must complete certification within 18 months of hire
Candidate must complete the Supervisor desk qualification process prior to first unsupervised shift
Candidates must be qualified for and possess the demonstrated experience, knowledge and skills required for one or more Real-Time Trader/Dispatcher I, II, III positions and have demonstrated the ability to add value to the company
Candidates must be able to work a 12-hour shift schedule as part of a 24 hour, 7 days a week operation
Candidates must be able to fulfill storm/event duty requirements requires working during hurricane, winter storms and other possible catastrophic event conditions. Persons in this role may be required to report to the storm/event duty location(s) and perform the job functions as required. This may include extended shifts as necessary until storm or event conditions reside
Preferred
NERC and PJM certification are a plus
Company
NRG Energy
NRG Energy is an integrated power generation and supply firm that offers offsite solar, wind power, and smart grid retail services.
Founded in 1989
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.99BKey Investors
Public Utility Commission of Texas
2025-09-24Post Ipo Debt· $4.9B
2025-08-04Post Ipo Debt· $216M
2024-10-16Post Ipo Debt· $1.88B
Leadership Team
Lawrence S Coben
President, CEO and Chair of the Board
Anne C Schaumburg
Lead Independent Director
Recent News
2026-01-17
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