Time Scheduler​/Trader

About Us

Our purpose is to bring together people, energy and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility we need new talent to pursue commercial opportunities, fueled by world‑class insight and expertise. We’re always striving for more innovative digital solutions, sustainable outcomes and closer collaboration across our company and beyond, and you could be part of that too.

Together we continue to grow as the world’s leading energy company!

The Real Time Power Trader/Scheduler is responsible for all operational duties for BP's physical power obligations across all NERC regions. The role’s main focus is operating, scheduling, managing, tracking and balancing all physical schedules within BP's Power Portfolio while being 100% compliant. The role also supports the development and implementation of the Power team’s business strategy, provides analytical support to all Power traders when requested, assists all internal BP affiliate relationships, and helps optimize BP’s North American assets.

• Operate and schedule all physical power obligations across all NERC regions.
• Manage high‑pressure situations in a dynamic environment with strong multitasking ability.
• Ensure 100% compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Provide analytical support to all Power traders and assist in optimizing assets.
• Participate actively in BP’s Business Continuity Plan (BCP) when called upon.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Relevant experience in scheduling and trading power.
• Knowledge of market rules and ISO protocols.
• Solid understanding of the optimization and scheduling of power assets, including storage, transmission, and generation offtake.
• Familiarity with US ISOs, especially CAISO, MISO, and PJM.
• Strong experience in bilateral WECC markets such as the Pacific Northwest, the Desert Southwest, and the Southeast.
• Relevant understanding of OASIS and OATI‑E‑tag environments.
• Proficiency in Excel and ability to develop analytical models.
• Experience with electrical systems operations, scheduling, tagging, power flows, and generation technologies.
• Ability to work on a 24/7 rotating shift and meet critical time deadlines.

• NERC System Operator Certification.
• PJM Certification.
• Multilingual (Spanish or Portuguese).

• Ancillary cost management.
• Commercial acumen.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competitive intelligence.
• Customer service delivery excellence.
• Demurrage management.
• Developing and implementing strategy.
• Influencing and negotiation.
• Inventory management.
• Listening.
• Marine assurance.
• Mentoring.
• Problem solving.
• Sentiment and trends analysis.
• Shipping/transport and voyage operations.
• Legal and compliance knowledge.
• Trading and scheduling operations.
• Trading fundamentals and knowledge.
• Troubleshooting.

Benefits include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, and excellent retirement benefits, among others.

Up to 10% travel is expected.

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance. It is a hybrid of office/remote working.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process. If you are selected for a position, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy, including pre‑placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.