Trader

Capital Power•Calgary, AB

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Energy Trader in the Congestion Team is responsible for managing the quantitative-driven long-term congestion strategies to support Capital Power’s trading desk. Reporting to the Head Trader, Congestion & MISO, this role will support both asset optimization and speculative trading operations of the greater portfolio. The ideal candidate is highly quantitative with a commercial mindset and has a proven track record of deploying risk.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, finance, economics, engineering, or related quantitative field.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Strong quantitative background.

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience in energy trading, analytics, or power/gas markets.
Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, SQL, Python preferred).
Experience with ETRM systems and ISO scheduling platforms.
Knowledge of renewable integration and congestion management strategies.
Experience with industry-specific modelling tools.
Proficiency with cloud-based tools such as databricks and snowflake.
Proven track record of consistent value creation.

Responsibilities

Building, developing and deploying long-term congestion strategies.
Supporting and advising the greater team on congestion exposures around our generation portfolio.
Liaise with the Risk, Credit and other internal teams.
Collaborate with other traders and originators to identify opportunities and optimize positions.
Track exposure and report P&L to management.
Provide insight, scenario analysis, and recommendations to senior trading leadership.
Adhere to Capital Power's risk policies and regulatory requirements.