Talen Energy · 1 month ago
Associate Gas Trader
Greater Houston
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expTalen Energy is one of the largest competitive energy and power generation companies in North America, and they are seeking an Associate Gas Trader to join their team. This role involves trading spot physical gas, managing nominations under long-term supply agreements, and collaborating with other traders to optimize the value of generating assets and gas positions.
EnergyEnergy ManagementOil and Gas
No H1B
Security Clearance Required
Responsibilities
Trade physical gas daily, monthly and term to optimize and capture locational spreads
Work with team members to execute a strategy focused on optimizing physical generating assets, associated gas contracts, and financial gas positions
Monitor market fundamentals, pipeline flows, storage levels, and weather forecasts to support trading decisions
Build and maintain relationships with counterparties and market participants
Forecast and track generation gas burns, optimize daily gas positions using existing Operational Balancing Agreements (OBAs) and Park-and-Loan deals
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements as dictated by our various supply agreements and pipeline interconnections
Work with Risk and Settlements to ensure accurate position tracking and billing for pipelines and counterparties
Qualification
Required
Fundamental knowledge of natural gas market dynamics and risk management strategies
Understanding of generation assets and competitive market mechanisms
Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
Preferred
Bachelor's or advanced degree in Economics, Business, Finance, Engineering, or Mathematics
1-3 years of experience trading and/or scheduling physical gas, preferably in the Northeast
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life lock benefits
401 (k)
Paid vacation
Company
Talen Energy
Talen Energy operates as an energy and power generation and marketing company.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.74B2025-10-06Post Ipo Debt· $4.29B
2025-01-09Post Ipo Equity
2024-12-10Post Ipo Debt· $850M
Leadership Team
Mark McFarland
President and Chief Executive Officer
Cole Muller
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2026-01-16
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2026-01-16
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