El Centro, CA · On-site
$133K - $171K/yr
Primary Function Under general supervision, forecasts and meets hourly district real-time electric power requirements; monitors power load conditions, conducts hourly analysis, develops trading ...
El Centro, CA · On-site
$133K - $171K/yr
Primary Function Under general supervision, forecasts and meets hourly district real-time electric power requirements; monitors power load conditions, conducts hourly analysis, develops trading ...
El Centro, CA · On-site
$133K - $171K/yr
Power Section: Supply & Trading Opening Date: 08/20/2026 Closing Date: 9/21/2026 5:00 PM Pacific Job Term: Full-Time Grade: 30 (Salary Red Circle) Posting Specs: Internal & External Applicants Job ...
El Centro, CA · On-site
$133K - $171K/yr
Power Section: Supply & Trading Opening Date: 08/20/2026 Closing Date: 9/21/2026 5:00 PM Pacific Job Term: Full-Time Grade: 30 (Salary Red Circle) Posting Specs: Internal & External Applicants Job ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$86K - $128K/yr
Trading and Supply Experience Level: Early Careers What's the role? SENA's Real Time (RT) Desk manages and optimizes short-tenor (Day-Ahead and Real-Time) power and gas positions in markets ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$86K - $128K/yr
Trading and Supply Experience Level: Early Careers What's the role? SENA's Real Time (RT) Desk manages and optimizes short-tenor (Day-Ahead and Real-Time) power and gas positions in markets ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$86K - $128K/yr
Trading and Supply Experience Level: Early Careers What's the role? SENA's Real Time (RT) Desk manages and optimizes short-tenor (Day-Ahead and Real-Time) power and gas positions in markets ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$86K - $128K/yr
Trading and Supply Experience Level: Early Careers What's the role? SENA's Real Time (RT) Desk manages and optimizes short-tenor (Day-Ahead and Real-Time) power and gas positions in markets ...
San Diego, CA · On-site
$86 - $128/hr
Trading and Supply Experience Level: Early Careers What's the role? SENA's Real Time (RT) Desk manages and optimizes short‑tenor (Day‑Ahead and Real‑Time) power and gas positions in markets ...
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San Diego, CA · On-site
$86 - $128/hr
Trading and Supply Experience Level: Early Careers What's the role? SENA's Real Time (RT) Desk manages and optimizes short‑tenor (Day‑Ahead and Real‑Time) power and gas positions in markets ...
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Long Beach, CA · On-site
$109K - $150K/yr
Support system-level power trades - how do high-power payloads affect battery sizing, solar array sizing, and eclipse performance? * Contribute power budget and architecture trade results to the ...
Long Beach, CA · On-site
$109K - $150K/yr
Support system-level power trades - how do high-power payloads affect battery sizing, solar array sizing, and eclipse performance? * Contribute power budget and architecture trade results to the ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Egg Sales Trader to grow customer and supplier ... Powered by JazzHR KMWc53yqKS
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Irvine, CA · On-site
Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Egg Sales Trader to grow customer and supplier ... Powered by JazzHR KMWc53yqKS
Long Beach, CA · On-site
$109K - $150K/yr
Support system-level power trades - how do high-power payloads affect battery sizing, solar array sizing, and eclipse performance? * Contribute power budget and architecture trade results to the ...
Long Beach, CA · On-site
$109K - $150K/yr
Support system-level power trades - how do high-power payloads affect battery sizing, solar array sizing, and eclipse performance? * Contribute power budget and architecture trade results to the ...
Energy Trading and Risk Management - ETRM Location: Rosemead, CA Must Have Skills (Top 3 technical ... Power procurement contracts management, settlements, accounting and compliance functions 3.Endur ...
Energy Trading and Risk Management - ETRM Location: Rosemead, CA Must Have Skills (Top 3 technical ... Power procurement contracts management, settlements, accounting and compliance functions 3.Endur ...
San Jose, CA · On-site
$114K - $213K/yr
Understanding of digital design fundamentals- clock domains, pipeline stages, timing/power trade-offs * Experience with low-power design methodologies(DVFS, power gating, multi-voltage) * Familiarity ...
San Jose, CA · On-site
$114K - $213K/yr
Understanding of digital design fundamentals- clock domains, pipeline stages, timing/power trade-offs * Experience with low-power design methodologies(DVFS, power gating, multi-voltage) * Familiarity ...
Understanding of power supply architecture covering voltage regulator technologies, PCB and package design trends and trade-offs, and chip supply design including low-power design methodologies. Deep ...
Understanding of power supply architecture covering voltage regulator technologies, PCB and package design trends and trade-offs, and chip supply design including low-power design methodologies. Deep ...
San Jose, CA · On-site
$114K - $213K/yr
Understanding of digital design fundamentals - clock domains, pipeline stages, timing/power trade-offs * Experience with low-power design methodologies (DVFS, power gating, multi-voltage)
San Jose, CA · On-site
$114K - $213K/yr
Understanding of digital design fundamentals - clock domains, pipeline stages, timing/power trade-offs * Experience with low-power design methodologies (DVFS, power gating, multi-voltage)
Newport Beach, CA · On-site
$40 - $55/hr
JCH Power System LLC Location: Various Trade Shows Across the United States Employment Type: Temporary / Event-Based / Part-Time Industry: Electrical Power Systems / Industrial Electrical / MEP ...
Newport Beach, CA · On-site
$40 - $55/hr
JCH Power System LLC Location: Various Trade Shows Across the United States Employment Type: Temporary / Event-Based / Part-Time Industry: Electrical Power Systems / Industrial Electrical / MEP ...
Understanding of power supply architecture covering multi-stage voltage regulator technologies, PCB and package design trends and trade-offs, and chip supply design including low-power and high-power ...
Understanding of power supply architecture covering multi-stage voltage regulator technologies, PCB and package design trends and trade-offs, and chip supply design including low-power and high-power ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$131K - $155K/yr
You'll architect topologies, simulate efficiency trade-offs, and validate thermal and EMI performance across extreme conditions. Your work will enable AI systems to operate with maximum power ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$131K - $155K/yr
You'll architect topologies, simulate efficiency trade-offs, and validate thermal and EMI performance across extreme conditions. Your work will enable AI systems to operate with maximum power ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
You'll architect topologies, simulate efficiency trade-offs, and validate thermal and EMI performance across extreme conditions. Your work will enable AI systems to operate with maximum power ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$150 - $200/hr
You'll architect topologies, simulate efficiency trade-offs, and validate thermal and EMI performance across extreme conditions. Your work will enable AI systems to operate with maximum power ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$131K - $155K/yr
You'll architect topologies, simulate efficiency trade-offs, and validate thermal and EMI performance across extreme conditions. Your work will enable AI systems to operate with maximum power ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$131K - $155K/yr
You'll architect topologies, simulate efficiency trade-offs, and validate thermal and EMI performance across extreme conditions. Your work will enable AI systems to operate with maximum power ...
Menlo Park, CA · On-site
... support trade studies on aircraft power system designs, to assist decision-making and design. Convert subsystem requirements into specific analysis projects and tests Analyze test data and ...
Menlo Park, CA · On-site
... support trade studies on aircraft power system designs, to assist decision-making and design. Convert subsystem requirements into specific analysis projects and tests Analyze test data and ...
Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$131K - $155K/yr
You'll architect topologies, simulate efficiency trade-offs, and validate thermal and EMI performance across extreme conditions. Your work will enable AI systems to operate with maximum power ...
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Palo Alto, CA · On-site
$131K - $155K/yr
You'll architect topologies, simulate efficiency trade-offs, and validate thermal and EMI performance across extreme conditions. Your work will enable AI systems to operate with maximum power ...
Bodega Bay, CA · On-site
$175K - $308K/yr
Understanding of power supply architecture covering multi-stage voltage regulator technologies, PCB and package design trends and trade-offs, and chip supply design including low-power and high-power ...
Bodega Bay, CA · On-site
$175K - $308K/yr
Understanding of power supply architecture covering multi-stage voltage regulator technologies, PCB and package design trends and trade-offs, and chip supply design including low-power and high-power ...
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A Power Trader buys and sells electricity in wholesale markets to maximize profits and balance supply and demand. They analyze market trends, weather patterns, and energy regulations to make informed trading decisions. Power Traders work with utilities, grid operators, and financial institutions, often operating in real-time, day-ahead, or long-term markets. Their role requires strong analytical skills, risk management expertise, and an understanding of market dynamics.
To thrive as a Power Trader, you need strong analytical skills, in-depth knowledge of energy markets, and a degree in finance, engineering, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with trading platforms, energy management systems, and certifications such as NERC Reliability Certification or Series 7 can be advantageous. The ability to make swift decisions under pressure, communicate effectively, and work collaboratively distinguishes top performers in this field. These abilities help ensure timely, informed trading decisions that minimize risk and capitalize on market opportunities within a fast-paced environment.
Power Traders often deal with rapid market fluctuations, regulatory changes, and tight deadlines, requiring constant vigilance and real-time decision-making. Staying updated on market trends and energy supply/demand dynamics is essential to manage risks effectively. Building strong relationships with team members in operations, risk management, and analytics helps ensure the flow of timely information and collaborative problem-solving. Adapting to new technologies and ongoing changes in the energy sector can also pose challenges, but continuous learning and regular training can help maintain a competitive edge.
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$133K - $171K/yr
Full-time
Posted 18 days ago
9.3
Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
Primary Function Under general supervision, forecasts and meets hourly district real-time electric power requirements; monitors power load conditions, conducts hourly analysis, develops trading strategies and determines the most economical power source alternatives; plans and schedules resources to meet demand load forecast; negotiates sale, purchases and interchanges of electricity and gas with other utilities, energy marketers, energy brokers and the California Independent System Operator (CAISO). Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering, mathematics, business, accounting, economics, or related degree and five years of increasingly responsible experience in power trading, trading analysis, power and natural gas settlements, finance or system operating functions in an electric utility or closely related industry, including two years of direct negotiating sale, purchases and interchanges of electricity with other utilities, energy marketers, energy brokers and the CAISO.
Progressively responsible directly related experience may be substituted for the required education at the ratio of two years of experience for one year of education required in power trading, trading analysis, power and natural gas settlements, finance or system operating functions in an electric utility or closely related industry, including two years of direct negotiating sale, purchases and interchanges of electricity with other utilities, energy marketers, energy brokers and the CAISO. Licensing & Certification Requirements Veteran's Preference (External Applicants Only): Submit DD form 214 or other evidence of veterans' status by the job posting deadline. Other Requirements/Testing A negative drug test is required as a condition of employment.
Employees must notify supervision when applying for a position. "Imperial Irrigation District is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees."
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Utilities
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Imperial, CA, US
1911
