Power Trader

Optimus - People. Solutions. Delivered.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Strong bonus potential

Industry-leading retirement benefits

Collaborative trade floor atmosphere

Job summary

A leading trading firm is seeking a Senior Energy Recruiter for their innovative trading desk. The ideal candidate will manage and optimize portfolios across various markets, focusing on client success through collaboration and integrity. A minimum of 5 years in power trading with strong NYISO experience is required. Join this growing organization and enjoy competitive compensation, strong bonuses, and a commitment to professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in power trading required.
• Strong understanding of NYISO is essential.
• Must possess analytical and technical skills with software.
• Certifications in NERC, Series 3, or CFA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Optimize client portfolios managing generation and load assets.
• Trade across various markets executing relevant transactions.
• Act as a market expert ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Drive innovation by leveraging specialized tools for strategy improvement.
• Collaborate with teams to foster knowledge sharing and development.
• Identify and execute value-adding opportunities for clients.

Skills

Power trading expertise

NYISO understanding

Analytical skills

Technical skills (Excel, Python, VBA)

Client service orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Tools

PowerOptix

Yes Energy

Genscape

Job description

Senior Energy Recruiter at Optimus - People. Solutions. Delivered.

A key Optimus client is looking for a Power Trader with NYISO experience to join a fast-moving trading desk supporting a diverse portfolio of generation assets across the US. This role is perfect for a Trader who thrives on optimizing portfolios and creating value for utilities and their customers.

You will join a high-performing team that manages and optimizes generation and load portfolios across bilateral and RTO markets.

This role is not your typical “prop desk” job, the focus is on client success, integrity, and teamwork. If you bring strong NYISO trading experience and want to work in a culture built on collaboration and growth, this is the place for you.

What You’ll Do

• Optimize client portfolios – manage load and generation assets, develop risk management strategies, and support congestion hedging.
• Trade across markets – execute generation offers, load bids, bilateral transactions, transmission, congestion, and virtuals.
• Act as a market expert – stay sharp on market rules, tariff changes, and industry developments to ensure compliance and capture opportunities.
• Drive innovation – leverage tools like PowerOptix, Yes Energy, Genscape, and others to refine strategies and improve workflow.
• Collaborate & develop – work closely with dispatch, analytics, and planning teams; train and mentor newer staff; contribute to a knowledge-sharing culture.
• Add value – identify and execute opportunities that create value for both clients and internal positions.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years in power trading
• Strong understanding of NYISO
• Skilled in financial energy products and congestion management.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus.
• Strong analytical and technical skills (Excel, Python, or VBA preferred).
• Certifications such as NERC, Series 3, or CFA are a plus.
• A team-oriented mindset with a focus on integrity, humility, and client service

Why Join

• Work on a collaborative trade floor that values knowledge-sharing and professional development.
• Be part of a growing organization with a strong track record of internal promotions.
• Competitive compensation, strong bonus potential, and industry-leading retirement benefits.
• A chance to contribute to something bigger—helping utilities deliver value to their customers while navigating evolving energy markets.

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