Real-Time Power Trader / Dispatcher

About the role

The Real-Time Power Trader/Dispatcher operates in a highly uncertain, competitive energy-commodity trading landscape marked by significant market volatility. Influenced by global economic conditions, energy resource developments, political and regulatory changes, climate pressures, and shifting demand, this role requires consistent decision-making under pressure to execute TotalEnergies Gas & Power North America's trading strategy while minimizing operational risk and ensuring safe, reliable execution.

Responsibilities

• Execute real-time asset-backed trading for power assets managed by Total, including owned and third-party assets.
• Monitor and oversee SCADA/EMS systems to ensure reliable operational performance.
• Identify and capture market opportunities through real-time position management and analysis of market conditions.
• Maximize asset-backed revenue through economic dispatch and operational excellence.
• Execute strategies developed by the Optimization team and submit bids to various ancillary services markets.
• Collect, query, and analyze large datasets in Excel, and accurately present analytical findings.
• Prioritize deliverables and manage multiple tasks to meet time-sensitive deadlines.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with market participants and ISO operators.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in economics, finance, engineering, business administration, or equivalent experience.
• Foundational understanding of the North American power industry, commodity and financial trading, and risk management, supported by a demonstrated trading or analytical track record.
• Flexibility to work 12-hour rotating shifts in a 24/7/365 operation.

Skills

• Preferred experience with Python, R, or MATLAB, along with strong quantitative skills.
• Strong motivation to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Forward-thinking, performance-driven mindset with excellent interpersonal skills.

About the company

TotalEnergies is a multi-energy company producing and marketing energies globally, including oil and biofuels, natural gas and green gases, renewables, and electricity. With 105,000 employees in over 130 countries, TotalEnergies prioritizes sustainable development to contribute to the well-being of people. TotalEnergies Gas and Power (TGP) is the trading arm focused on low-carbon energies (mainly gas, LNG, and power), navigating fast-evolving market dynamics influenced by internal and external factors.

Our culture fosters expertise, entrepreneurship, agility, and a purpose-driven approach, ensuring safety in all operations. We value passion, ambition, open-mindedness, and diversity, creating a collaborative and respectful workplace where team spirit and individual growth thrive.