Power Trading Analyst

Job Title

LRE (Leeward Renewable Energy) is forging an American energy future with integrity, innovation, and positive impact. Born in Texas in 2003, we own and operate over 30 utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects in local communities across the United States, totaling 4 gigawatts (GW) of generating capacity.

LRE continues to help meet increased U.S. energy demand through our robust pipeline of new projects every year. Domestic jobs and manufacturing are fundamental to our full-lifecycle approach to projects, along with a long-term ownership model and a company culture dedicated to our community partners and protecting the natural environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough short- and long-term market analysis, leveraging large datasets to inform trading decisions and identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance forecasting models for pricing, congestion, system load, and other market-related factors using Excel, Python, SQL, and other relevant tools.
• Generate and assess various forward-looking scenarios, including localized congestion and abnormal market events, to create edge case strategies.
• Monitor real-time market conditions, identify emerging patterns, and provide actionable insights and recommendations to traders.
• Work closely with traders, offering up-to-date market insights, and providing backup support by transacting, monitoring positions, and submitting trades on weekends when required.
• Prepare and deliver detailed market analysis reports or dashboards, ensuring that traders have the most relevant and accurate information.
• Gather, clean, and manage extensive datasets, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of data used in models and analysis.
• Create and maintain tools, models, and reports to support trading activities utilizing Excel, SQL, Python, and other external APIs.
• Offer strategic trade recommendations based on a deep understanding of market fundamentals and analytics, contributing to the trading desk's overall performance.
• Support market operations.
• Schedule assets, virtual trading, and PTPs with the objective of optimizing DA/RT, basis, and revenue outcomes.
• Track and analyze weather forecasts, determine impact to LRE portfolio, and develop actionable trading strategies.
• Support origination and development, supplying long-term price forecasts and scenario analysis.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience as an analyst or junior trader on a power trading desk, with a proven track record in transactional support and market analysis.
• Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, economics, mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, Excel (including VBA) strongly recommended, Tableau, and power flow modeling tools such as Pro-Mod and Power World.
• Strong understanding of transmission grids, power flows, virtual trading, and FTR auctions, particularly across PJM, ERCOT, and CAISO.
• Critical thinker with strong analytical abilities, capable of identifying risk mitigation strategies and enhancing revenue through data-driven decisions.
• Effective communicator with the ability to translate complex analytical findings into actionable insights for traders.
• Ability to work under pressure, think creatively, and provide weekend support when needed.

Physical Demands

• This position will travel 20% of time.
• Position will require sitting for long periods of time as well as occasionally lifting up to twenty-pound boxes.

Please Note: This is an in-office role, requiring on site presence in our office a minimum of three days per week with hybrid flexibility of working remotely two days per week, subject to manager and policy approval. #LIHybrid

Work Authorization

Applicants must have current authorization to work for any employer in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for an employment visa now or in the future. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Leeward Management Services, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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