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Pacific Power · 21 hours ago

Associate Energy Transaction Trader (Portland, OR) #114352

Portland, OR

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$77K/yr - $106K/yr

PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain their commitment to a culture of customer service excellence and environmental sustainability. The role involves analyzing market conditions, developing strategies to lower Net Power Costs, and managing bids for resources in the Energy Imbalance Market.

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Responsibilities

Sell or purchase energy, to balance current system load and resource requirements and to reduce Net Power Costs

Collaborate with Energy Supply Management personnel to develop strategies to optimize available generation assets such as thermal, hydro and wind to reduce Net Power Costs

Manage bid submissions for resources participating in Energy Imbalance Market, or any other formal independent system operator or regional transmission organization

Monitor the dispatch of the Company’s generating assets on an hourly basis, including use of limited resources and renewable resources to reduce Net Power Costs

Manage data interface with Energy Imbalance Market, or any other formal independent system operator or regional transmission organization

Qualification

Financial modelingEnergy tradingMarket analysisRisk assessmentNegotiation skillsComputer proficiencyCommunication skillsProblem-solvingInterpersonal skillsDocumentation skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and related experience

Ability to analyze market conditions and to identify opportunities and strategies to reduce Net Power Costs and effectively communicate to Energy Supply Management personnel

Ability to problem solve and obtain results within time constraints

Ability to provide clear documentation for the purpose of root cause analysis

Ability to identify, negotiate, and close on sales and purchase opportunities

Communication and interpersonal skills to develop collaborative relationships with internal and external personnel

Proficient with the use of personal computers and tools used to perform essential duties

Understanding of financial modeling, risk assessment, commodity management, electricity and natural gas trading practices

Position work hours are non-standard