JR Ercot Trader
Junior ERCOT Power Trader - Houston, TX
Overview
We are seeking a motivated and analytically driven Junior ERCOT Power Trader to join our Houston-based trading team. This role supports real-time and day-ahead power trading activities within the ERCOT market, focusing on execution, analysis, and risk management. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and has a strong interest in energy markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in executing real-time and day-ahead trades in the ERCOT market under senior trader guidance
- Monitor ERCOT market conditions, including load forecasts, generation outages, congestion, and pricing trends
- Analyze nodal pricing, basis spreads, and congestion drivers to identify trading opportunities
- Support development and maintenance of trading models, dashboards, and analytics tools
- Track and report P&L, exposure, and risk metrics on a daily basis
- Coordinate with scheduling, risk, and operations teams to ensure accurate trade execution and compliance
- Maintain awareness of ERCOT protocols, market rules, and regulatory updates
- Prepare daily and weekly market summaries and contribute to trade strategy discussions
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
- 1-3 years of experience in energy trading, commodities, financial markets, or analytical roles
- Strong quantitative and analytical skills with proficiency in Excel (required); Python, VBA, or SQL a plus
- Understanding of power markets, especially ERCOT structure (preferred but not required)
- Ability to work shift schedules, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Strong attention to detail and ability to make decisions in a time-sensitive environment
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with ERCOT nodal market, SCED, DAM/RTM dynamics
- Experience with market data tools (Yes Energy, ABB, Power BI, etc.)
- Knowledge of fundamental drivers (weather, load, renewables, transmission)
- Basic understanding of risk management and hedging strategies
FAQs
Congratulations, we understand that taking the time to apply is a big step. When you apply, your details go directly to the consultant who is sourcing talent. Due to demand, we may not get back to all applicants that have applied. However, we always keep your resume and details on file so when we see similar roles or see skillsets that drive growth in organizations, we will always reach out to discuss opportunities.
Yes. Even if this role isn’t a perfect match, applying allows us to understand your expertise and ambitions, ensuring you're on our radar for the right opportunity when it arises.
We also work in several ways, firstly we advertise our roles available on our site, however, often due to confidentiality we may not post all. We also work with clients who are more focused on skills and understanding what is required to future-proof their business.
That's why we recommend registering your resume so you can be considered for roles that have yet to be created.
Yes, we help with resume and interview preparation. From customized support on how to optimize your resume to interview preparation and compensation negotiations, we advocate for you throughout your next career move.