Real Time Trader

bp • Houston, TX

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

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! About the role 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 focus is operating, scheduling, managing, tracking and balancing all physical schedules within BP's Power Portfolio while being 100% compliant.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• Relevant experience scheduling and trading power preferred
• Knowledge of market rules and ISO protocols
• Solid understanding of the optimization and scheduling of power assets
• Familiarity with US ISOs with an emphasis in CAISO, MISO and PJM
• Relevant understanding of NERC RTO Markets and E-tags
• Must be able to multi-task and handle high pressure situations in a dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent analytical, computational, and problem-solving skills including proficiency in Excel
• Ability to develop analytical models and interpret market data is highly desired
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with critical time deadlines
• Experience with electrical systems operations, scheduling, tagging, power flows and generation technologies.
• Able to work on a 24/7 rotating shift
• Available to actively participate in bp’s Business Continuity Plan (BCP) when called upon

Nice To Haves

• NERC System Operator Certification
• PJM Certification
• Multilingual; preference of Spanish or Portuguese

Responsibilities

• Real Time Trader/Scheduler is responsible for all operational duties for BP's physical power obligations across all NERC regions.
• Must be compliant with all internal and external requirements
• Support the development and implementation of the Power team's business strategy
• Provide analytical support to all Power traders when requested
• Assist all internal BP affiliate relationships
• Help optimize BP’s North American assets

Benefits

• At BP, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment.
• We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity.
• We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.
• There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life.
• These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, and excellent retirement benefits, among others!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level