Resource Optimization Sr. Specialist

Company: Thomson Reuters Markets Espana SL.
Location: Rosemead
Posted on: February 23, 2021

Job Description:

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  • Job ID: 71032898
  • Job Family: Power Procurement / Renewables
  • Location: Rosemead, CA USJob Description
    Join the Clean Energy Revolution Become an energy asset Resource Optimization Sr. Specialist at Southern California Edison (SCE) and build a better tomorrow. In this job, you will be part of the Resource Optimization team within the Trading and Market Operations group, where you will apply your technical, analytical, and interpersonal skills to optimize the value of SCE's energy assets. The successful candidate will collaborate with contract managers, generation operators, power and gas traders, day ahead and real time operators, and energy forecasting groups to develop and implement bidding strategies for SCE's resource portfolio in the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) wholesale energy market. The Resource Optimization Sr. Specialist will help integrate new resources into the California market, provide support in regulatory filings, and advocate on behalf of our customers in the CAISO stakeholder processes. Cultivating a deep technical understanding of the California energy markets and SCE's portfolio, effective teamwork, and creative thinking are key factors in our success - optimizing the energy assets for customer value and supporting grid reliability. As a Resource Optimization Sr. Specialist, your work will help power our planet, reduce carbon emissions, and create cleaner air for everyone. Are you ready to take on the challenge to help us build the future? A day in the life - Get ready to think big, work smart and shine bright!
    • Lead and support bidding strategy development, coordination, implementation, and after-the-fact analysis for SCE's complex portfolio, including thermal, renewable (wind, solar, geothermal, biomass), hydro, energy storage, and distributed energy resources (DERs);
    • Lead and support cross-functional project teams to help identify, prioritize, and execute process improvement opportunities across the trade floor and the wider Energy Procurement and Management organization;
    • Provide support for SCE's regulatory filings (e.g. ERRA)
    • Update forecast and operational data and utilize simulation/optimization models to develop least-cost dispatch plans for SCE's generating resources and power contracts;
    • Develop and present market analytics reports to colleagues and senior management;
    • Build relationships and interface on behalf of SCE with external stakeholders (e.g. CAISO, CPUC, vendors);
    • Utilize after-the-fact analysis to enhance planning processes, strategies, and inform the optimal utilization of SCE's resource portfolio;
    • Maintain and improve current models and develop new analytical models and methodologies for the daily planning process;
    • Analyze and effectively report out on market trends in the energy and ancillary services markets;
    • Solve complex problems and perform analyses of new business situations through coordination across EPM teams;
    • Maintain a safety-conscious work environment by following Edison safety protocols and safe work practices; and
    • Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned. Qualifications
      The essentials
      • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Economics, Mathematics, Finance, Statistics, Data Science, or related field.
      • Five (5) years of experience working in an analytical field, including experience with statistical, econometric, financial modeling, or equivalent.
      • One (1) year of experience in organized energy markets, energy trading, transaction valuation, or related analysis. The preferred
        • Experience in operational planning, trading, and/or analysis of power generation portfolios in deregulated wholesale power markets.
        • Understanding of the CAISO or other similar energy market designs, including the use of Unit Commitment and Economic Dispatch models.
        • Experience in bidding strategy development and optimization.
        • Experience leading cross-functional project teams, from project and resource planning, development of scope, and schedule, to results delivery
        • Experience building, analyzing, and maintaining complex optimization, numerical, or dispatch models.
        • Experience researching information, analyzing it, preparing reports, and making recommendations.
        • Experience developing and delivering technical presentations to both technical and non-technical audiences.
        • Experience balancing multiple projects concurrently while adjusting to changing priorities.
        • Experience interfacing and collaborating with clients, peers, management, and other departments.
        • Strong ethics, leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
        • Ability to effectively engage in continuous learning and improvement. You should know---
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          • Relocation does not apply to this position. About Southern California Edison The people at SCE don't just keep the lights on. Our mission is so much bigger. We're fueling the kind of innovation that's changing an entire industry, and quite possibly the planet. Join us and create a future with cleaner energy, while providing our customers with the safety and reliability they demand. At SCE, you'll have a chance to grow personally and professionally, making a real impact in Southern California and around the world. At SCE, we celebrate our differences. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. We are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations at (833) 343-0727. #L1-BH1 Edison/Southern California Edison (SCE) is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national original, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. EEO is the Law /Pay Transparency . Edison/SCE participates in: E-Verify Program (English and Spanish ) - Right to Work program (English and Spanish ). Applicants have rights under Employment Laws . If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with Southern California Edison, please contact Human Resources at (833) 343-0727 or (800) 352-8580 (Telecommunications device for the hearing impaired - TTY). Please be aware of scammers posing as recruiters or employers, using reputable company names with the intention to collect confidential and/or financial information. If you receive an unsolicited or suspicious job offer or application that claims to be from Edison International or Southern California Edison, please report it to our security team at (626) 815-5611. Edison Energy and its subsidiaries are not the same company as Southern California Edison, the utility, and they are not regulated by the California Public Utilities Commission.

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