Trading Analyst - Battery Storage

Plus Power; The Woodlands (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Plus Power is seeking a Trading Analyst to enhance energy trading strategies in the evolving clean energy market. The ideal candidate is a disciplined and self-directed professional with relevant experience in energy trading, willing to work in a collaborative environment while contributing to innovative energy solutions. Plus Power is committed to fostering diversity and providing a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Unlimited vacation

Flexible remote work

Work from home stipend

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years of applicable work experience in the energy sector.
• Power settlement experience preferred; ERCOT and ISO-NE is a plus.
• Excellent written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support trading activities and administrative operations under the guidance of the VP, Trading & Risk.
• Assist in developing fundamentals-based price forecasts for ERCOT and ISO-NE.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with market participation requirements.

Skills

Energy market fundamentals-based price forecasting

MAPE analysis and KPIs

Supply/demand dynamics

Python

PowerBI

Education

BA/BS in a quantitative discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Python

SQL

PowerBI

Job description

Plus Power is an energy storage market leader, with a market-leading 10+ GW portfolio across more than 25 US states and Canadian provinces that will transform North American electric grids into cleaner and more versatile critical infrastructure.

Standalone energy storage is rapidly transforming the North American energy markets, because it is cheaper than new natural gas plants, faster to build than fossil peakers or transmission, and able to perform diverse energy services. Plus Power partners with electricity system operators, utilities, and investors to originate, develop, finance, own and operate standalone energy storage projects that provide critical services to the wholesale electric market. Plus Power’s team applies an intentional mindset to energy storage development by using a data-driven approach to development and operations.

At Plus Power, we are focused on solving hard climate problems, profitably. We are growing fast, and value candidates who, like us, share a focus on setting high expectations, owning and learning from mistakes in the spirit of radical transparency, and are committed to internal partnering as a key element of our ideas meritocracy. Our team praises Plus Power’s culture and excels through our game-changing mission and supportive ecosystem.

About the Role

Plus Power recruits outstanding energy industry professionals who are driven to develop, build and operate assets safely and reliably to decarbonize the power markets while growing their careers. Our team looks for data-driven and fact-based mindsets, engaging and collaborative behaviors, and personal growth-focused professionals.

In order for the global energy system to make the transition from a carbon-based grid, to a renewable energy grid, large scale energy storage must be introduced into the electricity system to balance intra-hour supply and demand. Energy storage is the enabler of high penetration variable renewable generation like solar and wind.

We are looking for looking for a Trading Analyst to support theforecasted revenues and energy trading maximization strategies for operating assets. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, self-directed, and disciplined analyst.

Key Responsibilities

• Support trading activities and administrative operations under the guidance of the VP, Trading & Risk
• Work with the market managers to analyze and improve on trading activities across markets, seasons, products, and conditions
• Provide training and support regarding Plus Power’s processes and procedures as needed.
• Assist in developing and execution of fundamentals-based price forecasts for ERCOT and ISO-NE, incorporating supply/demand dynamics, congestion patterns, and fuel pricing
• Assist in the gathering (via API, Web Scrape) any relevant market data to make recommendations to optimize BESS trading strategies based on forecasted market conditions, optimizing participation in day-ahead (DA) and real-time (RT) markets
• Leverage Python-Algorithm existing models to enhanced bidding efficiency and profitability
• Perform daily execution and updates to existing Perfect Foresight Methodology and provide insights to Trading team
• Daily execution of MAPE analysis and KPIs and provides insights to the Trading team
• Work closely with Settlement Analyst to align on realized PnL vs expected PnL strategy
• Monitor and interpret ERCOT and ISO-NE market rule changes, assessing their impact on BESS trading strategies
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with market participation requirements and operational protocols.

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum BA/BS in a quantitative discipline; Computer Science is preferred
• Minimum of 2+ years of applicable work experience in the energy sector
• Power settlement experience is strongly preferred; ERCOT and ISONE experience a plus
• Familiarity/experience with battery energy storage system is preferred, but not required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical analysis in a simplified matter to the internal management team and external parties
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a cross-functional environment with both technical and non-technical team members who are geographically dispersed
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in the Microsoft suite of tools and applications including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Proficiency in Excel with Python, SQL, and PowerBI is preferred
• Ability to commute into our office in The Woodlands, Texas

Compensation, Location, and Benefits

Highly competitive total compensation from one of North America’s leading energy storage developers, owners and operators. This position provides flexible hybrid work from Plus Power’s office in The Woodlands, Texas.

The expected salary range* for this position begins at $90,000. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, geographic labor market, and other factors consistent with applicable law. This position is also eligible to participate in our annual bonus program.

Plus Power offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, unlimited vacation, flexible remote work, work from home stipend, educational assistance, parental leave, and a highly engaging company culture with opportunities for in-person connection and learning and growth.

The deadline* for applying to this role is 6/27/2025

Plus Power is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds can thrive. Plus Power is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

*This information is provided in accordance with applicable law.

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