Real Time Energy Scheduler

northwesternenergy; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 67,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match up to 4%

Healthcare and wellbeing programs

Life Insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Competitive pay and incentives

Volunteer opportunities

Paid parental leave

Paid bereavement leave

Paid training opportunities

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

NorthWestern Energy is hiring a Real Time Energy Scheduler in Butte, MT. This role focuses on real-time generation assets and optimizing energy positions through scheduling opportunities.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and strong interpersonal skills, with heavy involvement in load forecasting, market strategies, and risk-compliant activities. Overtime and rotating shifts are expected as part of duties within a regulated utility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Must possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication, including listening.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and work independently.
• Get Into Energy certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Buy and sell energy, transmission and capacity products per Risk Policies.
• Perform load and generation forecasting, resource coordination, and optimization duties.
• Manage Northwestern Energy generation and long-term resources.
• Operate within company risk policies and culture.
• Develop strategies and execute real-time power market transactions.
• Represent the company professionally to counterparts.
• 12 hour rotating shift work and overtime may be required.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Microsoft Office

Database applications

Load forecasting

Energy trading

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Real Time Energy Scheduler

Work Location: Butte, MT

Pay range: $32.02 to $68.89 per hour

Employment Status: Regular Full-time

About this position:

The Real Time Energy Scheduler is responsible for NorthWestern Energy's real time generation assets and executes scheduling opportunities in order to optimize NorthWestern Energy's real-time energy positions.

We offer great benefits:

NorthWestern Energy is a fully regulated electric and natural gas utility serving Montana, South Dakota and Nebraska. We employ over 1,600 amazing people and serve over 800,000 customers who are our neighbors in our communities. We are a top employer and offer competitive benefits, including:

• 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%
• Healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents, Health Savings Account (HSA), healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Programs (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents to include financial heath)
• Life Insurance (Company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive pay (Scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities.)
• Paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities
• Paid parental leave
• Paid bereavement leave
• Paid training opportunities
• Paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays

Benefits may vary by position or as negotiated as part of a collective bargaining agreement.

About this job:

• Buy and sell energy, transmission and capacity type products that are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's Risk Policies
• Perform load and generation forecasting, resource coordination, and resource optimization duties
• Manage and optimize Northwestern Energy generation and long-term contractual resources
• Scheduler will operate within the culture, risk tolerance and risk management policies of the company
• Scheduler will assist in the development of strategies and execute transactions in the real-time power markets
• Scheduler will present a competent, professional and consistent "face" of the company to counterparts
• Perform other Power Marketing functions as necessary
• 12 hour rotating shift work required
• Overtime required
• The ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position, consistent with applicable laws and reasonable accommodation requirements
• All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
• Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy's values, mission, and strategic business objectives

Am I right for this job? Here's the success profile:

• Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
• Must possess strong interpersonal communication skills
• Bachelor's degree is required
• Must be able to think clearly and function appropriately in stressful situations
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, including listening skills required
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and work independently
• Evidence of the practice of high levels of professionalism and confidentiality
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office products and database applications
• Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification is a plus (click the link to certify at no cost)

Requisition #5079

Posting Dates: September 17, 2026 through October 1, 2026

Department/Division: Energy Supply

Employment Physical: Not Required

Drug Test: Required

Background Check: Required

Relocation Benefit: Negotiable

Telecommuting: None

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal or state laws and statutes. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department at 1-800-245-6977 or at [e-mail].