Trader - PJM

Mitsui & Co. Energy Marketing and Services (USA), Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitsui & Co. Energy Marketing and Services (USA), Inc. seeks a Power Trader to optimize the Northeast US power portfolio for near-term markets.

The role requires close coordination with Origination teams and other Mitsui entities, with a strong grasp of grid dynamics and market participants. The successful candidate will bring deep trading experience, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with senior management.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Finance or Accounting (or related field).
• Minimum 3 years of trading experience required.
• 5 years of experience in trading environment required.
• Experience with Allegro a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute profitable speculative trading positions in the Northeast power markets, predominantly within a 1–3-month period.
• Manage daily and prompt month physical power positions in the portfolio.
• Communicate market information to traders and scheduling personnel in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with traders in adjacent markets to optimize assets across large geographic areas.
• Support scheduling duties within the region and assist risk, IT, and accounting to ensure deals are managed correctly.
• Build relationships with third parties to expand Mitsui’s regional presence and identify longer-term opportunities.

Skills

Power trading

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Tools

Allegro trading platform

Job description

The Power Trader for MEMS will be responsible for managing and optimizing Mitsui’s Power portfolio in the Northeast US region in the next day and prompt month Power market. This position supports the overall Power trading department and will be required to work closely with Origination personnel for MEMS and other Mitsui companies. The successful candidate will thoroughly understand the Power grid, key participants, and physical flow dynamics in the region.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and execute profitable speculative trading positions in the Northeast power markets, predominantly within a 1–3-month period
• Manage daily and prompt month physical power positions in the portfolio from REP marketing and generation offtake agreements.
• Timely communication with other traders and scheduling personnel regarding market information.
• Work with traders in adjacent markets and regions to optimize assets that span large geographic areas
• Support scheduling duties within the region.
• Assist internal departments, such as Confirmations, Risk, IT, and Accounting to ensure deals are managed according to their intent in a timely and accurate manner
• Build and maintain relationships with third parties to increase Mitsui’s presence in assigned region. This will include supporting VP of Power in identifying longer term Power transaction opportunities
• Support Mitsui’s fundamental market research by monitoring market developments that may impact supply / demand in assigned region
• Assist in valuation of offtake agreements
• Any other duties as directed by Manager
• Adherence to all corporate Risk Management policies and procedures

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Proficiency or the ability to effectively demonstrate proficiency with appropriate training with third-party software licensed to the Company such as Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Excellent analytical skills with keen attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills. Possess refined interpersonal verbal and written communication skills, including writing and telephone communication skills. Ability to present to senior managers when needed.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently with little to no supervision.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent related work experience (Finance or Accounting preferred)
• Minimum 3 years of trading experience required
• 5 years of experience in trading environment required
• Experience with Allegro a plus.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Fluent verbal and written skills in English