Senior Energy Portfolio Analyst (Day Ahead Trading)

Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC)•Orlando, FL

2d•$128,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking a Senior Energy Portfolio Analyst (Day Ahead Trading) to join the Electric & Water Production division. At OUC, we don’t just work – we’re building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations. We are seeking a strategic, highly skilled energy professional to lead portfolio operations and wholesale energy marketing for the Florida Municipal Power Pool (FMPP). In this senior-level role, you will make and inform complex day-ahead operational and market decisions, optimize generation resources, and serve as a trusted subject-matter expert supporting reliable, cost-effective Balancing Authority operations. You will advise system operators and stakeholders on economic dispatch and market positioning, engage directly with FMPP members and external market participants, and lead cross-functional initiatives with meaningful operational and financial impact. OUC is an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida committed to innovation, sustainability, and our community, OUC’s mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable and reliable services and solutions. Join a team of visionary Change Agents, Strategists, and Community Ambassadors who understand the vital role of diverse experiences in powering creativity and industry transformation. At OUC, each position contributes to the success and achievement of our goals. Click here to learn more about what we do.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field required
Minimum of 5 years in Bulk Power System Operations, Unit Commitment, Energy Marketing, or Power Plant Control Center Operations, including at least 2 years as an Energy Marketer with direct responsibility for portfolio optimization, day-ahead trading, or utility commodity scheduling
Advanced proficiency in load forecasting, economic dispatch, and wholesale energy markets, with experience applying judgment to optimize outcomes under changing system and market conditions
Experience with production cost modeling software (GenTrader preferred), OATI applications (OASIS, eTag, webTrader)
Strong knowledge of NERC standards, Network Integration Transmission Service (NITS), and wholesale market operations
Demonstrated ability to lead and be accountable for projects or initiatives, provide strategic recommendations, and serve as a trusted advisor to operators, leadership, or stakeholders
Ability to synthesize complex and incomplete data, assess risk, and develop actionable strategies that optimize portfolio performance, reliability, and cost
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, financial and market analysis, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, including market participants and system operators

Nice To Haves

MBA preferred.
NERC System Operator Certification at the “Balancing and Interchange Operator” level (preferred).

Responsibilities

Perform all aspects of Unit Commitment, Next Day Energy Marketing, and Hourly Energy Marketing tasks independently
Manage multiple and concurrent FMPP members’ requests for unit/resource availability (outages), and testing requirements to ensure most cost-effective solution is developed and implemented
Evaluate multiple sources of weather forecasts and develop Native Load Forecast for the Florida Municipal Power Pool (FMPP) Balancing Authority (BA)
Collect and review Transmission Service Provider offerings and limitations for connecting the multiple areas of FMPP and integrate into daily operational plans
Analyze and develop optimized daily operational plans to serve FMPP demand
Interact with external wholesale energy market, analyze routine and complex transactions, and execute transactions that maximize profit and savings
Generate and submit Transmission Service Requests (TSR) and e-Tags as required by Wholesale Market activity and Network Customer requirements
Implement all daily Network Customer plans for FMPP BA members and deliver required reports to Network Transmission Providers as appropriate
Compose required data to populate Energy Accounting Tools with accurate records of wholesale market and intra-Pool activities for proper financial balancing and invoicing
Develop and deliver fuel consumption forecasts in support of daily operational plans
Advise the FMPP Generation System Operator on economic dispatch of the BA
Provide input and objective evaluation as subject matter expert of daily resource planning, optimization, and market interactions to various FMPP committees
Develop, create, and deliver reports of daily operational plans and market activity
Perform callout duties, as required, due to significant changes in system conditions – including, but not limited to, interaction with wholesale market, redeveloping daily operational plan, and delivering adjusted fuel consumption forecasts
Coordinate multiple FMPP member Network Customer requirements for the BA
Perform project and team leadership duties including, but not limited to, coaching, training, and reviewing work
Provide subject matter expertise including, but not limited to, performing research and analysis, providing recommendations, and preparing and delivering presentations
Assist Manager, Energy Portfolio Analysis & Settlements and Supervisor, Energy Portfolio Analysis & Trading with Purchase Power Agreements (PPA) by performing research and analysis, reviewing contract language, and supporting operational implementation
Assist the FMPP Clearinghouse Price (CHP) Administrator in troubleshooting any balancing or financial departures within the FMPP settlement process
Develop business relationships with existing and new market participants
Serve as liaison with Energy Portfolio Analysis & Trading software providers/vendors (i.e. PCI, OATI) and supporting Business Units (i.e. IT, EMS) to ensure software and tools remain current and full capabilities are utilized
Serve as Energy Portfolio Analysis & Trading team representative on FMPP (Sub)Committee(s) and Task Force(s); functions include, but are not limited to, attending meetings, development, review, and edit of FMPP policies and procedures, and participating in projects, studies, and analysis
Lead ad-hoc analysis in support of FMPP (Sub)Committee and Task Force requests
Lead cross-functional projects and groups
Develop, test, and maintain tools required to perform above duties effectively and efficiently
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.
OUC’s Hybrid Retirement Program includes a fully-funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account
Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
Paid parental leave
Educational Assistance Program, to include tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities
Wellness incentives and free access to all on-site OUC fitness facilities
Access to family-oriented recreational areas
Paid Conference and Training Opportunities
Free downtown parking
Hybrid work schedule