Power Trader II

Here’s the Role

Do you have a strong understanding of the energy market? At LCRA, we are seeking an analytical Power Trader to join our Wholesale Power team! This role involves developing power and ancillary services trading strategies within the dynamic ERCOT market to achieve optimal market value. This is an opportunity to optimize LCRA’s portfolio performance by cultivating advanced critical and creative problem‑solving abilities.

You will thrive with hands‑on mentorship backed by heavily supported peer and leadership guidance. Ready to make a difference? Apply today!

• Analyze energy and ancillary service markets, interpreting market data for the development of trading and origination strategies to mitigate exposure of price fluctuations and other market risks.
• Record trades within the trade capture system to ensure accuracy and support effective reporting and compliance procedures.
• Collaborate with internal teams, supporting decision‑making in origination, regulatory, and development.
• Mark the daily forward curve, allowing for informed decision‑making and strategic planning.
• Understand market dynamics, supply and demand factors, and potential regulatory impacts to optimize trading strategies and minimize risks.

• Six or more years of experience in power or gas trading, power or gas marketing, energy forecasting analysis, energy structure analysis, financial risk management, or energy risk management or other relevant experience.
• A degree(s) in business, mathematics, statistics, economics, engineering or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.

• Bachelor’s degree(s) in business, mathematics, statistics, economics, engineering or relevant field.
• Experience in analyzing and trading within the ERCOT market.
• Experience adhering to compliance with risk management policies and procedures.
• Advanced understanding of energy market dynamics and trading strategies.

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• LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
• LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578‑4004 or email lcra.benefits. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis.