Energy Trader, Battery Energy Storage Systems

Piper Maddox

  • Austin, TX
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
We are looking for a motivated Energy Trader, BESS to manage the scheduling and optimization of battery storage assets in the ERCOT market (with potential expansion to other ISOs). The successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day trading activities, market analysis, risk management, and strategy development to maximize revenue and ensure compliance with all market rules.Key Responsibilities:
  • Execute day-ahead and real-time trading strategies for BESS assets within ERCOT and other relevant markets.
  • Optimize charging and discharging schedules to maximize revenue across energy, ancillary services, and capacity markets.
  • Initiate or support the effort to increase the revenues from the BESS assets, in addition to participating in the Energy Market, such as executing contracts with off-takers
  • Use optimization tools to balance commercial value, operational limits, and risk exposure.
  • Monitor trading positions, P&L, and exposure to market risks.
  • Ensure compliance with ERCOT market rules, FERC regulations, and internal risk policies.
  • Conduct fundamental and quantitative analysis of power markets, demand/supply trends, and policy changes.
  • Develop trading strategies to capture market opportunities and support long-term asset value.
  • Participate, and contribute to the implementation of the company's strategy to expand its business in the areas power trading and related businesses.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
  • At least 3 years of experience in energy trading, asset optimization, or related roles (experiences in ERCOT strongly preferred).
  • Strong understanding of wholesale power markets, including day-ahead and real-time operations.
  • Direct experience with BESS trading and operation is required.
  • Solid quantitative and analytical skills, with proficiency in Excel and other data analysis tools.

Piper Maddox