CFE International LLC · 1 month ago
Natural Gas Trader
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expCFE International is a Houston-based affiliate of Comisión Federal de Electricidad, Mexico’s state-owned electric utility. The Trader purchases and sells natural-gas commodities, executes market strategies, and manages price and volume risk while ensuring compliance with all contractual and regulatory requirements.
CommercialIndustrialOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Analyze real-time and forward markets to spot pricing trends, supply risks, and trading opportunities
Execute physical trades that optimize margin and align with risk limits
Monitor volumes and pipeline constraints; coordinate with Schedulers to correct imbalances
Enter, confirm, and reconcile trades in ETRM systems, ensuring accuracy from deal capture through settlement
Report positions, P&L drivers, and market insights to senior leadership and Risk
Cultivate relationships with counterparties, pipelines, and market hubs to enhance deal flow
Ensure strict compliance with internal policies, exchange rules, and applicable regulations (FERC, CFTC, NAESB)
Provide after-hours, weekend, and holiday on-call coverage during critical periods
Assist in onboarding and mentoring new traders, sharing best practices and system know-how
Qualification
Required
Bachelor´s degree in Business, Engineering, Economics, Finance, or related field
3+ years in energy or commodity trading, scheduling, or related front-office role
Commercial insight and clear understanding of how trading decisions influence operational and financial outcomes
Ability to analyze complex market scenarios, identify root causes, and devise actionable solutions
Proficiency with trade-capture and risk systems (e.g., Allegro or other ETRM platforms)
Strong quantitative skills in Excel; familiarity with Python or SQL a plus
Clear, concise communication for negotiating deals and conveying market intelligence
Ability and willingness to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays; maintain composure under pressure
Preferred
Experience in U.S. and Mexican natural-gas markets or other energy commodities
Familiarity with options pricing, basis differentials, and cross-border logistics
Strong bilingual communication (English & Spanish)
Discretion in handling sensitive information
Adaptability and comfort with ambiguity
Ability to multitask and stay organized under pressure
Friendly, service-oriented demeanor
Benefits
Annual and performance‑based bonuses
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance
Employer‑paid life insurance
401(k)‑retirement plan with company match
Reasonable paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Resources for continuous learning
Company
CFE International LLC
What We Do We are an affiliate of the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE), incorporated in the United States and based in Houston, Texas, focused on marketing natural gas.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Aniel Altamirano
Deputy Chief Executive Officer
Gerardo De la Torre CyC
Chief Operating Officer
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