Energy Manager

About the role

Jupiter Power is seeking an Energy Manager to support the daily trading and dispatching operations of its battery energy storage system (BESS) portfolio, with an initial concentration in ERCOT. This individual will manage Qualified Scheduling Entity (QSE) requirements, processes, and systems, working alongside traders, real-time operators, analysts, regulatory staff, and the data science team. The role offers the opportunity to make a quantifiable impact in Jupiter’s front office, with expansion into CAISO, PJM, MISO, NYISO, and NEPOOL.

Responsibilities

• Manage desk activities associated with Level 4 QSE participation in ERCOT, including timely market submissions and ISO-required communication.
• Develop and implement internal processes to comply with QSE market participation requirements, aligning with Jupiter Power’s Risk Policy and third-party agreements.
• Support the Trading/Dispatching team in understanding and implementing new market rules and regulations impacting portfolio operations.
• Manage the relationship with Jupiter’s MMS vendor to ensure QSE systems functionality, troubleshoot issues, and scope system requirements.
• Collaborate with the SCADA team, ISO personnel, and Trading team to facilitate the commissioning of new sites and ensure proper market participation setup.
• Assist the Data Science team in advancing in-house tools for BESS portfolio management and real-time operations support.
• Lead the implementation of market design changes, such as Real-Time Co-Optimization + Batteries, in Jupiter’s internal systems and procedures.
• Maintain a relationship with Jupiter’s ISO Client Representative to support asset onboarding and ongoing operations and reporting.
• Work with the Regulatory, Trading/Dispatching, and Settlements teams to understand BESS market participation and develop solutions for evolving market structures.
• Attend ERCOT working group meetings to monitor regulatory proposals impacting BESS operations.
• Serve as the primary liaison between trading, asset management, and data science teams.

Requirements

• Five or more years of experience in power markets, with a preference for ERCOT; experience in other ISOs is a plus.
• Direct experience with QSE operations and working knowledge of ERCOT protocols, NERC standards, and market systems.
• Strong understanding of day-ahead operations, real-time operations, ancillary services, and market participation.
• A degree in finance, economics, math, electrical theory, electrical power distribution/generation, or a relevant field.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively in high-stress environments with rapidly changing situations.
• High standards in risk management, performance management, third-party/client relationships, communication, analysis, decision-making, and regulatory compliance.
• Self-starter comfortable in fast-moving organizations, with curiosity and enthusiasm for innovation and collaboration.
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours to support business needs.