Gas Scheduler

NRG Energy•Princeton, NJ

12h•Onsite

About The Position

NRG is seeking to hire a Gas Scheduler to execute and manage daily natural gas operations. This role involves nominations, confirmations, and imbalance mitigation to ensure accurate delivery of gas behind each Local Distribution Company (LDC). The Gas Scheduler will collaborate with trading, wholesale, LDCs, and internal stakeholders to optimize transportation and storage assets while adhering to tariffs and effectively balancing retail pools. Key responsibilities include developing cross-functional relationships, utilizing internal and external systems for transaction execution, and contributing to process improvements through automation, reporting, and technology collaboration. NRG offers a dynamic work environment and a unified, inclusive culture designed to foster belonging, enhance collaboration, and drive business performance. Company programs are in place to support employee development for current and future success, with a commitment to championing employees and delivering value to customers, investors, and society.

Requirements

High School Diploma with 2 or more years of gas scheduling experience or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Must have advanced computer system skills in Excel.
Must be comfortable with technology projects and initiatives and have aptitude to quickly learn new technical software.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple assignments with competing deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a field of finance, math, economics, computer science or business related field.
Two years or more of experience with natural gas scheduling or within the Energy and/or commodity-based industry.
Experience with ETRM systems.
Experience with time series statistical analysis.
Experience with data analysis, reporting, forecasting, and/or accounting.
Demonstrate history of a commitment to excellence in a team environment.
Possess a strong sense of initiative and always striving to deliver excellence.
Strong analytical and detail-oriented skills.
Strong communication and Team oriented skills.
Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a heavy deadline-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

Execute and manage nominations, confirmations, imbalances, and other similar activities related to the purchase and sale of natural gas behind various LDCs, including activity on LDC websites and NRG’s ETRM platforms.
Advise and assist the trading team regarding the optimal use of transportation and storage assets while balancing retail pools.
Gain a complete understanding of the operational and commercial aspects of LDC tariffs.
Become proficient in the use of internal and external systems for the timely execution of nominations across multiple EBBs.
Develop/Maintain trusted partnerships with all parties in the supply chain including schedulers, traders, LDC reps and internal stakeholders.
Assist in the automation of scheduling processes.
Assist Technology teams with testing and application resolution.
Provide ad-hoc reporting where needed.