Sr Power Trader

oilandgasjobsearch.com; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; USD 184,000 - 276,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled trader to focus on both physical and financial power markets. This role involves managing a diverse portfolio, including gas, wind, and solar assets, while maximizing value and minimizing risks. With a strong emphasis on data analysis and process automation, candidates should bring extensive experience in Northeast operations and a proven track record of generating significant PNL. Join a dynamic team committed to energy transition challenges in a flexible and inclusive environment, offering competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Pension

401(k)

Paid Leave

Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in trading and asset management.
• Strong economic reasoning and understanding of mark-to-market accounting.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of supply contracts and optimize asset portfolios.
• Collaborate with internal groups for settlement and contract verification.

Skills

Data Analysis

Process Automation

VBA

SQL

C

R

Python

Northeast Operations

Trading and Scheduling

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Powerworld

UPlan

SimAuto/ATC

Job description

What's the role?

The role will focus on trading physical and financial power, financial natural gas products, and managing positions for the Northeast Power desk. Responsibilities include managing a portfolio of supply contracts, asset management of gas, wind, solar, and batteries, congestion products, and customer sales. The focus markets are New York and New England, with exposure to PJM and Ontario.

You will work closely with other gas and power traders, as well as originators, within trading guidelines to maximize value and minimize losses.

What you'll be doing

Responsibilities:

1. Proven track record of generating $5 - 7M of PNL annually.
2. Expertise in coding for data analysis and process automation, including VBA, SQL, and reporting services; knowledge of C, R, Python preferred.
3. Understanding of Powerworld or UPlan, including SimAuto/ATC add-on.
4. Expertise in Northeast operations, trading, and scheduling.
5. Work with the trade desk to optimize asset portfolios for maximum value and risk mitigation.
6. Collaborate with various internal groups for settlement, contract verification, records management, and credit.
7. Analyze historical pricing relationships and contribute to strategic alignment.

What you bring

• Legal authorization to work in the US.
• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields; Master's preferred.
• 8+ years of professional experience.
• Strong economic reasoning skills and understanding of Northeast settlements and mark-to-market accounting.
• Knowledge of compliance and regulatory rules.
• Ability to perform under pressure, make quick decisions, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail, analytical skills, and good communication abilities.

What we offer

Salary range: $184,000 - $276,000, based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include health coverage, pension, 401(k), paid leave, disability insurance, and other perks. Details available on Shell's benefits webpage.

Join us to develop your skills, work on energy transition challenges, and grow in a diverse, inclusive environment with flexible working options and competitive compensation.

We encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply and be part of our journey toward greater diversity and inclusion.