Natural Gas Scheduler

CFE International LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

CFE International LLC in Houston, TX is hiring a Natural Gas Scheduler to manage the safe, reliable movement of gas across North American markets. You will coordinate nominations, monitor flows, and align scheduling with commercial commitments to maximize value and minimize risk.

In this role you’ll work with traders, operations, pipelines and counterparties, ensuring accurate execution and on‑time deliveries while maintaining data integrity and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Experience in natural gas scheduling, energy logistics, pipeline operations, or related commercial role.
• Knowledge of natural gas pipeline operations, transportation agreements, nominations, balancing, and EBBS.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Office tools.
• Ability to collaborate across commercial, operational, and external stakeholder groups.
• Willingness to participate in a rotating 24/7 on-call schedule.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily natural gas nominations and scheduling per pipeline requirements and commercial needs.
• Monitor pipeline flows, measurement data, and inventory; adjust to manage imbalances and optimize deliveries.
• Coordinate with traders, operations, pipelines, storage providers, and counterparties for reliable gas transactions.
• Track pipeline operating conditions, maintenance, constraints, and notices; communicate updates to stakeholders.
• Optimize transportation, storage, and supply utilization to meet commercial goals and control costs.
• Maintain accurate records within scheduling and operations systems; ensure data integrity and audit readiness.
• Review and reconcile pipeline statements, invoices, and counterparty records; investigate discrepancies.
• Analyze operational and commercial data to identify trends and support asset optimization.
• Partner with trading, risk, and operations to manage risk and capitalize on market opportunities.
• Participate in rotating on-call coverage for 24/7 operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Excel proficiency

Cross-functional collaboration

24/7 on-call

EBB familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Energy, Engineering, Economics, Finance, or related field

Tools

Allegro

Job description

The Natural Gas Scheduler plays a critical role in supporting CFEi's commercial operations by managing the safe, reliable, and efficient movement of natural gas across North American markets. This position serves as a key link between trading, operations, pipelines, and counterparties, ensuring gas deliveries are executed accurately and aligned with commercial commitments. Through effective scheduling, nominations, monitoring, and optimization activities, the Scheduler helps maximize value, manage operational risk, and support CFEi's mission of strengthening energy security in Mexico.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily natural gas nominations and scheduling activities in accordance with pipeline requirements, commercial agreements, and operational needs.
• Monitor pipeline flows, measurement data, and inventory positions, making timely adjustments to manage imbalances, optimize deliveries, and address operational issues.
• Coordinate closely with traders, operations personnel, pipelines, storage providers, and counterparties to ensure reliable execution of gas transactions.
• Track pipeline operating conditions, maintenance events, constraints, and critical notices, communicating relevant updates to internal stakeholders.
• Optimize transportation, storage, and supply utilization to support commercial objectives, operational reliability, and cost efficiency.
• Maintain accurate and timely records within scheduling, commercial, and operational systems, ensuring data integrity and audit readiness.
• Review and reconcile pipeline statements, invoices, and counterparty records, investigating and resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Analyze operational and commercial data to identify trends, improve regional performance, and support asset optimization strategies.
• Partner with trading, risk, and operations teams to support market opportunities, manage operational risk, and enhance overall business performance.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule that provides 24/7 operational coverage, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and emergency situations, to support uninterrupted business operations.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Energy, Engineering, Economics, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in natural gas scheduling, energy logistics, pipeline operations, or a related commercial role.
• Working knowledge of natural gas pipeline operations, transportation agreements, nominations, balancing, and Electronic Bulletin Boards (EBBs).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make decisions in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across commercial, operational, and external stakeholder groups.
• Willingness to participate in a rotating 24/7 on-call coverage schedule.

Preferred

• Experience in U.S. and Mexican natural gas markets.
• Familiarity with FERC, NAESB, and other applicable natural gas industry standards.
• Experience with Allegro or other ETRM and scheduling platforms.
• Understanding of natural gas trading, transportation optimization, and commercial operations.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Ability to prioritize competing demands, adapt to changing market conditions, and perform effectively under pressure.

WHO WE ARE

CFE International is a Houston-based affiliate of Comisión Federal de Electricidad (CFE), Mexico’s state‑owned electric utility. We are responsible for supplying natural gas to support power generation in Mexico and for marketing natural gas within the United States. As a dynamic and mission‑driven company, we are committed to strengthening Mexico’s energy security through the reliable and strategic supply of natural gas. Our operations play a vital role in ensuring the continuous generation of electricity for millions of Mexican homes and businesses.

WHO YOU ARE

You are a proactive and detail‑oriented energy professional who enjoys solving complex operational challenges and working collaboratively to keep energy moving. You thrive in a fast‑paced environment, balancing multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and strong communication. With a team‑first mindset and a commitment to continuous improvement, you help connect commercial strategy with operational execution.

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

This is more than a scheduling role. As a Natural Gas Scheduler, you will be a key member of a highly collaborative team responsible for managing the flow of natural gas across a complex network of pipelines, assets, and market participants. Your ability to coordinate operations, solve challenges, and respond to changing market conditions will directly support CFEi's commercial success and mission to deliver reliable energy solutions. If you are motivated by teamwork, operational excellence, and making a meaningful impact in the energy industry, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to work that matters every day.