Trading Analyst/Senior Trading Analyst
Tenaska · Irving, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $95,000 / year
- Irving, TX
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Job highlights
- Analyze energy markets and support trading activities.
- Develop and update market analysis reports.
- Research historical data for predictive models.
- Collaborate with trading and origination teams.
- Requires B.S. and strong Excel/VBA skills.
About the role
Trading Analyst
Tenhaska is one of the largest privately held companies in the United States, adept in natural gas and power marketing, power management, development and acquisition of generation assets, operation of power plants, and more.
Position Summary
The Trading Analyst/Sr. Trading Analyst will assist with and help lead the Market Analysis team in fundamental analysis of the energy markets and support of daily trading and energy management activities.
Essential Job Functions
- Assist with the development, regular updating, and interpretation of daily reports and model results for mid-term and real-time traders and energy managers, including analysis of supply and demand variables, weather patterns, and market practices.
- Help to further advance the application of core commercial locational marginal pricing models used for near-term and long-term analysis.
- Research and analyze historical datasets to determine statistical relationships and develop predictive models.
- Follow market trends and regional trading regulations and analyze how they impact prices. Communicate with traders, energy managers, and originators on changes.
- Interact with trading, asset management, and origination groups to answer questions on prospective deals and transactions. Identify data and analyses to assist in decision making.
- Help to organize and track Market Analysis team activities and manage weekly work requirements. Provide support to other team members in their weekly activities.
- Dependable, reliable, and predictable attendance is a requirement.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- B.S. in Engineering, Meteorology, or Mathematics required.
- Excellent MS Access, MS Excel, and Visual Basic skills required.
- Experience with energy markets and/or weather forecasting models preferred.
- Knowledge of statistics strongly desired.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Solid ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment.
- Detail-oriented, analytical mindset and questioning attitude.
- Proactive approach toward identifying and solving problems, as well as seeking challenging experiences.
- Strong work ethic, team attitude, and willingness to work extended hours as workload requires.
- Level and compensation will be commensurate with experience.
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. The Company is not able to take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time for this position or commit to doing so in the future for individuals with current authorization to work via, for example, CPT or OPT, and would need sponsorship in the future.
Benefits
At Tenaska, we care about the well-being of our employees and their families. That’s why we offer our employees a comprehensive benefit package. Benefits included below:
- Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Excellent 401(k) plan
- Incentive-based, competitive salary packages
- Health/dependent care flex accounts
- Tuition assistance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Adoption benefits
- Employee assistance program
- Paid vacations and holidays
- Charitable giving program
- Paid maternity/paternity leave
- Wellness programs
Tenhaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Key skills/competency
- Energy Market Analysis
- Trading Support
- Fundamental Analysis
- Data Modeling
- Predictive Analytics
- Energy Trading
- Power Management
- Market Trends
- Risk Management
- Communication Skills
Skills & topics
- Trading Analyst
- Energy Markets
- Fundamental Analysis
- Data Analysis
- Predictive Modeling
- Market Trends
- Energy Trading
- Power Management
- Excel
- VBA
- Meteorology
- Mathematics
- Engineering
- Market Analysis
- Quantitative Analysis
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your B.S. in Engineering, Meteorology, or Mathematics, and emphasize your strong MS Excel, Access, and Visual Basic skills. Quantify your experience in energy markets or weather forecasting models if applicable.
- Showcase analytical skills: In your application and during interviews, demonstrate your detail-oriented, analytical mindset and questioning attitude. Provide examples of how you've proactively identified and solved problems.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss your understanding of energy markets, locational marginal pricing models, and statistical analysis. Practice explaining complex data and model results clearly.
- Emphasize teamwork and work ethic: Highlight your team attitude and willingness to work extended hours when needed. Your resume and cover letter should reflect a strong work ethic.
- Research Tenaska's values: Understand Tenaska's position as a leading private company in the energy sector and their commitment to employee well-being and diversity.
Technical preparation
Master MS Excel and Visual Basic for complex modeling.,Familiarize with energy market pricing models.,Practice statistical analysis and predictive modeling.,Review energy market trends and regulations.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex problem you solved analytically.,How do you manage tasks in a fast-paced environment?,Give an example of proactive problem identification.,How do you ensure accuracy and attention to detail?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key qualifications for the Trading Analyst position at Tenaska?
- The Trading Analyst role at Tenaska requires a B.S. in Engineering, Meteorology, or Mathematics. Essential skills include proficiency in MS Access, MS Excel, and Visual Basic. Experience in energy markets or weather forecasting models and a strong knowledge of statistics are highly desired. A detail-oriented, analytical mindset and excellent communication skills are also crucial.
- What does a Trading Analyst do at Tenaska?
- A Trading Analyst at Tenaska assists the Market Analysis team with fundamental analysis of energy markets. This includes developing and updating reports, interpreting model results for traders, researching historical data to build predictive models, and analyzing market trends and regulations. They also communicate market changes to relevant teams and assist in decision-making for prospective deals.
- Is sponsorship available for this Trading Analyst role at Tenaska?
- No, Tenaska is not able to offer sponsorship for an employment visa for this Trading Analyst position at this time. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. The company cannot commit to future sponsorship for individuals currently on CPT or OPT.
- What is the work environment like for a Trading Analyst at Tenaska?
- The Trading Analyst role is in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment that requires a detail-oriented and analytical mindset. You'll need a proactive approach to problem-solving and a strong work ethic. The role also requires dependability, reliable attendance, and a willingness to work extended hours as the workload demands.
- What kind of benefits does Tenaska offer its Trading Analysts?
- Tenhaska provides a comprehensive benefits package for its employees, including health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. They also offer an excellent 401(k) plan, incentive-based salary packages, health/dependent care flex accounts, tuition assistance, long-term disability coverage, adoption benefits, and an employee assistance program. Paid time off includes vacations, holidays, and maternity/paternity leave, along with wellness programs and a charitable giving program.
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