Market Operations Analyst

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets.

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

What you will do

Role Overview:

The GEM Analyst will be responsible for gathering, analyzing and processing market-relevant data to support the team in the active scheduling of generation assets, congestion bidding, proprietary trading, and hedging activities. The Analyst will also support the development of existing ML models, monitor market trends, and collaborate with the GEM US team to develop analytical tools and trading strategies the Analyst will be responsible for gathering, analyzing and processing market-relevant data to support the team in the active scheduling of generation assets, congestion bidding, proprietary trading, and hedging activities. The Analyst will also support the development of existing ML models, monitor market trends, and collaborate with the GEM US team to develop analytical tools and trading strategies.

Main responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain energy management applications with SQL, Power BI, Python, and other programming languages.
• Create ad-hoc reports and data process to improve energy market analytics and business requirements of other teams
• Develop and maintain databases to collect all relevant GEM data, ensuring its integrity and ease of access for reporting, performing ad-hoc analyses and distribution as needed (intranet and/or mobile)
• Build, maintain, and improve the group’s Power BI dashboards, using APIs and Python, to transform data into information that monitors group performance to make more informed market decisions.
• Integrate data using web-scraping, APIs, and other 3rd party data providers into Market Operations' internal data systems and tools.
• Additional duties as required

Employment type

Full-Time

Work site

Houston, TX

Hybrid - 3 days in office 2 days remote

What are we looking for

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor degree in a STEM field; Computer Science and or Programming preferred.  
• 0 -2 years 
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office software
• Proficient knowledge of SQL.SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS),  Power BI, Python;  R and MATLAB are a plus
• Proven ability to program in Visual Basic 
• Experience in computer sciences, developing automation, or machine learning is a plus.

Travel:

Up to 10%

Behavioral Requirements:

• Excellent organizational skills including the ability to organize and maintain a fluid administrative process 
• Statistical and analytical skills for evaluating supplier proposals and pricing 
• Problem-solving ability 
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills 
• Ability to be self-motivated 
• Strong analytical skills 
• Prove ability to quickly learn new software programs 
• Excellent time-management skills 
• Familiarity with short- and long-term planning techniques 
• Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills 
• Demonstrated efficiency in managing multi-disciplinary tasks 
• Exemplary standards of integrity, honor, safety, management, ethics, quality, and productivity 
• Exhibit behaviors consistent with strong leadership and accountability 

Physical demands & working conditions:

• Sitting/Standing/Flexibility: Ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment. 
• Reading:  Ability to read and write English proficiently.  Ability to interpret, deliver,  and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form. 
• Lifting: Ability to lift items weighing up to 10 pounds  
• Vision/Hearing: Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form. 
• Speech: Ability to interpret, deliver, and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form; fluent English verbal and written communication skills 
• Safety: Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary 

Equal opportunities for all
Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply?
As a top employer we:
Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:
Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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