Real-time Power Optimizer CWE (Dutch/German)

About US (GEMS):

ENGIE Global Energy Management & Sales (GEMS) provides energy supply solutions and risk management services to support its clients through their decarbonization journey, while optimizing ENGIE’s assets and contributing to value creation.

ENGIE is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services with a leading energy management business, piloted by its entity "Global Energy Management & Sales" who built its savoir-faire managing the Group’s large and diverse asset portfolio over 20+ years.

3,600 employees around the world develop our solutions, through +20 international business platforms. We cover the full energy mix: renewable and thermal power, natural gas & LNG, biomass, environmental products. Our experts provide tailor made solutions based on a wide range of savoir-faire in energy management with a strong focus on decarbonation and decentralization.

Our 190,000 clients span the entire value chain: producers, asset developers, financial players, utilities, distributors and industrials. Our global reach and strong local presence enable us to offer these diverse clients tailor-made services and respond to rapid changes in mature or emerging markets alike.

Our 4 areas of expertise :

• Asset management

• Energy transition services

• Energy supply & global commodities

• Risk management & market access

At GEMS we encourage breakthrough results, team spirit, curiosity and innovation while preserving the right work/life balance for you.

 More info on GEMS Hub (https://gems.engie.com) or LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/engie-global-energy-management-solutions).

 “Are you passionate about Energy and do you want to contribute to the energy transition?”

 “You want to see from the driver seat  the impact of renewable technologies on physical energy markets?”

ENGIE Global Energy Management & Sales has a global presence with its Short Term activities are organized from 8 offices worldwide. From there we operate the gas & power markets twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.

We balance our portfolio and the portfolio of our customers which includes wind and solar, thermal, hydro & storage solutions and will give you a full oversight how physical markets are working and how we are evolving towards a Net Zero Carbon society.

As part of this exciting environment you will be able to fine-tune your skills in a one-stop shop to learn all about: portfolio optimization and operations, contractual complexities and obtain an exhaustive view of the Short Term physical markets.

Context:

Within GEMS, the goal of the business platform Short-term Power as-a-Service (SPaaS) is to deliver services and value for clients on the Short Term Power markets, through strong business expertise and digital experience.

Within SPaaS, the CWE Real-Time Power Dispatching team manages the real-time commitment of the ENGIE power production in Central Western Europe (CWE), meaning Belgium, France, Netherlands and Germany.

We are currently looking for a Real-Time Power Optimizer in Brussels to strengthen our team. Your role will be to monitor and steer the ENGIE portfolio.

Your role :

• Manage the contractual balance between the total power production and the real off-take of our clients; to keep this balance you will have to interact with the power plant responsible, the sales load forecasting team, and the power Transmission System Operator (TSO);
• Optimize the portfolio positions and optionality in real time on the imbalance markets and maximize the value of the portfolio e.g. ancillary services contracts towards TSO, supporting the design of intraday activation strategies and provide real-time steering of flexible assets;
• Intellectually challenging job with a mix of operations and project development;
• A dynamic and innovative approach within a diversified environment active in multiple countries and multiple technologies;
• Autonomy and accountability and have the ability to coordinate different stakeholders in the energy landscape.

Hard skills :

• Any interdisciplinary skills is a must: Engineering, Economical (trading, risk management), Financial (P&L, Reporting) & Digital (Data, Coding, PO);
• Any knowledge of physical power and gas markets is a plus.

 
Soft skills :

• You demonstrate a pragmatic, economic and logical attitude combined with problem solving skills;
• You are able to perform in a high pace environment with strict deadlines;
• You are looking forward to collaborate with others and be part of a team;
• You are eager to learn and discover and you feel encouraged to take initiative;
• You are ready to be part of a 24/7 shift schedule. 

Education and professional background :

Bachelor or master in relevant studies (Engineering, Economics or Digital)

Professional experience on energy markets and/or digitalization is a plus.

Languages :

You are fluent in Dutch and German.

English and/or French is a plus.

Location:

Brussels

If you meet these requirements, then you are the talent we are looking for. Do not waste time! 

Apply by attaching your updated CV, regardless your gender.

ENGIE Global Energy Management & Sales is committed to create a gender-neutral environment that unlocks the potential of everyone and provides equal employment opportunities for all individuals. 

All our positions are open to people with disabilities, please let your recruiter know if you need reasonable accommodations to be able to participate in the recruitment process, they will be happy to assist you. 

About ENGIE :

Our group is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services. Our purpose (“raison d’être”) is to act to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally-friendly solutions, reconciling economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet. We rely on our key businesses (gas, power, renewable energy, services) to offer competitive solutions to our customers. With our 96,000 employees, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are a community of Imaginative Builders, committed every day to more harmonious progress.

What You Can Expect

As our Mid-Office Settlements Advisor, you will be integral in estimating, reconciling, and explaining the revenue and cost of goods sold (COGS) for the retail business to management. In this role, you will collaborate with various departments including Portfolio Management, Forecasting, Operations, Finance, and Accounting to ensure accuracy and coherence in financial reporting. Additionally, as the Natural Gas Settlements Advisor, you will support Mid-Office activities across the Northeast and Midwest. Your responsibilities will include month-end estimation of volume, revenue, COGS, and hedge P&L; reconciling these estimates to actuals; addressing and correcting variances; ensuring billing pass-through revenue neutrality; and explaining gross margin results and variances to management. This position can sit in Houston, TX or Woodmere, NY  reporting to the Director of Business Performance.

• Gross Margin Estimation and Reporting: At month-end, estimate gross margin by assessing volume, revenue, COGS, and hedge P&L. Collaborate with Portfolio Management to deliver accurate data to Accounting
• Settlement Analysis and Adjustments: Analyze adjustments from previous settlement periods, acquire actualized data from Accounting, reconcile with month-end estimates, identify variance causes, and explain key drivers to management while ensuring billing pass-through revenue neutrality
• Invoice Management: Assist with the validation and processing of utility and pipeline invoices, reconcile these invoices with internal records, ensure accurate and timely payment processing, and manage comprehensive counterparty settlements
• Continuous Improvement and System Automation: Participate in, and potentially lead, continuous improvement efforts that may include the design, development, testing, and implementation of automated systems to enhance efficiency
• Leadership and Team Development: Lead or contribute to special projects involving transaction analysis, reconciliation, reporting, and audits. Actively contribute to the development of the Mid Office Settlements team and foster a positive working environment at Engie

What You’ll Bring

• You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Finance, or related field
• A minimum of seven (7) years of Business, Financial Analysis, Settlement Analysis, Natural Gas Retail Supply or related field
• You have strong experience in mid-office functions within the retail natural gas energy markets, including deep familiarity with at least one major New York market and one major Midwest natural gas market
• You possess excellent skills in structuring, organizing, and presenting information clearly and effectively
• You are resourceful, capable of using a variety of tools, data sources, and systems, and you have an inherent curiosity to explore and test new resources
• Your project management skills are deadline-driven, facilitating efficient cross-organizational coordination, with a comprehensive understanding of job functions across front and back office
• You are proficient in managing multiple competing priorities with high accuracy, and you excel in teamwork, open to feedback and adept at defending your analyses and perspectives in both written and verbal communications

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

Salary Range: $96,100 – $147,660 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. 

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.  But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community.  ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed. 

Power Asset Optimizer Intraday

About US (GEMS):

ENGIE Global Energy Management & Sales (GEMS) provides energy supply solutions and risk management services to support its clients through their decarbonization journey, while optimizing ENGIE’s assets and contributing to value creation.

ENGIE is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services with a leading energy management business, piloted by its entity "Global Energy Management & Sales" who built its savoir-faire managing the Group’s large and diverse asset portfolio over 20+ years.

3,600 employees around the world develop our solutions, through +20 international business platforms. We cover the full energy mix: renewable and thermal power, natural gas & LNG, biomass, environmental products. Our experts provide tailor made solutions based on a wide range of savoir-faire in energy management with a strong focus on decarbonation and decentralization.

Our 190,000 clients span the entire value chain: producers, asset developers, financial players, utilities, distributors and industrials. Our global reach and strong local presence enable us to offer these diverse clients tailor-made services and respond to rapid changes in mature or emerging markets alike.

Our 4 expertises:

• Asset management

• Energy transition services

• Energy supply & global commodities

• Risk management & market access

At GEMS we encourage breakthrough results, team spirit, curiosity and innovation while preserving the right work/life balance for you.

More info on GEMS Hub (https://gems.engie.com) or LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/engie-global-energy-management-solutions).

Context:

Within GEMS, the mission of the business platform Short-term Power as-a-Service (SPaaS) is to deliver services and value for clients on the short-term power markets through strong business expertise and a digital experience. The Power Asset Optimization (PAO) desk within SPaaS supports a large range of internal and external customers in Central Western Europe (CWE) by providing power asset optimization services on the day-ahead and intraday markets. PAO aims at delivering spot value for the different power plant technologies in the CWE portfolio while respecting the contractual, regulatory and compliance frameworks in order to avoid any penalties.

We are currently looking for a Power Asset Optimizer for Intraday (PAO ID) in Brussels to strengthen our team. The mission of the optimizer consists of a series of operational activities performed in 24/7 shifts that lock the highest possible value for each asset across the intraday markets available to them. If these activities appeal to you and you meet the requirements below, then you are the talent we are looking for. Do not waste time!

Role:

As a Power Asset Optimizer for Intraday, your role will be to take part in the daily (24/7) asset optimization activity, which includes:

• Carrying out continuous optimization runs for the portfolio of assets in CWE (including nuclear, coal, gas-fired, CHP, biomass and pump storage plants) and exposing accurately the flexibility from the assets to the traders from the Short-term Trading (STT) team for its trading on the continuous intraday markets.
• Preparing asset bidding strategies for the portfolio on the intraday auctions (taking place every day at 15h00, 22h00 and 10h00), that arbitrate opportunities between these auctions and the continuous, the ancillary activation and imbalance markets (where applicable).
• Ensuring a thorough understanding of the P&L of every asset, a comprehensive reporting of the intraday activity and a transparent logging of all relevant transactions in the deal capture systems in use.
• Contributing to the simplification and digitalization (automation) of the activities of the desk, including the development of algorithmic solutions to prepare bidding strategies in the markets concerned.

Qualifications:

Here below is a summary of the qualifications that we’re looking for:

• Master’s degree in engineering or any other quantitative discipline (economics, computer science, finance, etc.).
• Willingness to take part in a rotating, on-duty shift system (24/7) requiring work outside standard working hours (i.e. morning, evening and night shifts), during week-ends and bank holidays (with the appropriate compensation).
• Good understanding of the economics behind power plants, their technologies and how they are exploited in European power markets. Here energy enthusiasts are very welcome: if you have a solid understanding of energy markets and a passion for risk management and asset optimization, we're excited to meet you. Your experience in these areas will be highly regarded.
• Bring your analytical skills, attention to detail and structured approach to make a meaningful contribution. We will value highly your ability to take the initiative and bring new ideas to the table.
• A team player with strong communication skills: join a team where your ability to work with colleagues from other teams and different backgrounds comes naturally to you and helps ensure operational excellence and sound project delivery.
• Coding skills in languages like Python and VBA are a plus, but we're equally interested in your willingness to learn and grow. We offer a supportive environment where you can enhance your skills.
• Fluency in English, with Dutch and French seen as a particular advantage.

What do we offer:

• A window to the intraday power markets in all CWE countries.
• The opportunity to optimize power plant portfolios with predominant positions across Europe, and that include state-of-the-art thermal and pump storage assets.
• A position to liaise and cooperate with intraday traders, risk officers, forecasters, power dispatchers, middle- and back-office counterparts for a complete portfolio optimization experience.
• The means to develop coding skills in languages commonly used today.
• Engagement with a stimulating role that embraces constant evolution. Challenges arise daily, offering opportunities for creative problem-solving and intellectual growth.
• Flexible work arrangements aimed at facilitating a healthy work/life balance, including allowances to work from home and abroad.
• The possibility to grow professionally in one of the leading players of the European energy sector.
• A positive and collaborative work culture, where every voice is valued.

If you meet these requirements, then you are the talent we are looking for. Do not waste time! 

Apply by attaching your updated CV, regardless your gender.

ENGIE Global Energy Management & Sales is committed to create a gender-neutral environment that unlocks the potential of everyone and provides equal employment opportunities for all individuals. 

All our positions are open to people with disabilities, please let your recruiter know if you need reasonable accommodations to be able to participate in the recruitment process, they will be happy to assist you. 

About ENGIE:

Our group is a global reference in low-carbon energy and services. Our purpose (“raison d’être”) is to act to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral world, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally-friendly solutions, reconciling economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet. We rely on our key businesses (gas, power, renewable energy, services) to offer competitive solutions to our customers. With our 96,000 employees, our customers, partners and stakeholders, we are a community of Imaginative Builders, committed every day to more harmonious progress.

What You Can Expect

As a Senior Originator, Power Marketing in Houston, you will lead power origination and strategic commercial efforts, particularly in Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) and Pennsylvania-New Jersey Interconnection (PJM) markets. You will represent ENGIE at conferences, client events and presentations to create valuable transaction opportunities for the business. You will also generate new customers and negotiate contracts by working with key internal and external stake holders.  

What You’ll Bring

• A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in which you completed courses in finance, economics, mathematics or similar discipline or equivalent through experience
• A minimum of 5 years of deal execution and origination experience in Eastern United States Power Markets
• Excellent commercial skills
• Proven ability to develop and expand valuable relationships with energy clients
• Experience closing complex transactions with large consumers of energy
• Strong knowledge of structured power products (options; Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs); load following) for the Eastern United States wholesale markets
• Talent for deal structuring and managing a deal process
• Experience in addressing new sources of load growth in Texas
• Strong history of deal closure with complex, structured deals

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy
• Must be willing and able to comply with ENGIE’s policy with respect to COVID vaccination and testing 
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies 

Compensation

Salary Range: $128,400 – $196,765 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. 

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.  But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community.  ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed. 

What You Can Expect

As the Head of Commercial Strategy and Market Analytics you will support the Flexible Generation Business Unit’s (FGBU) Development team in the US by leading strategic activities to maximize the value of ENGIE’s existing pipeline of energy storage projects in development as well as develop and maintain the investment thesis/recommendations across markets.  Managing a team for ongoing energy market analysis, competitor analysis, and overall evaluation of energy storage business models across markets will be required and paramount to the long term success of the Flexible Generation business unit.  The position reports directly to the Chief Development Officer and will have high visibility with strategic decision makers at ENGIE.

Every day you will oversee all aspects of strategic activities, including development optimization/prioritization, market analysis, strategic partnerships, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and business/investment case optimization. Additionally, you will lead market analysis to identify emerging trends, competitive landscapes, and investment opportunities within the energy sector. In this role you will develop and lead new business strategies for new ventures, considering market dynamics and competitive landscape.

• Critical role in driving the growth and success of this Flexible Generation business (FGBU) unit by leading the strategic direction and execution for the existing Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) pipeline
• Develop and execute strategies to drive investment optimization and market expansion
• Maintain strategic relationships and understanding of key industry stakeholders including offtakers, utilities, regulatory agencies, financial markets, technology suppliers, etc.
• Work closely with trading team at ENGIE to formulate views on maximizing revenue opportunities in existing and new markets
• Maintain detailed assessment of risk across the FGBU portfolio and understanding of market related risk across existing and new markets to help inform proactive decision making
• Build and mentor a high-performing team by providing industry wide experience and expertise that will be able to deliver quantitative views to inform strategic direction
• Collaboration with internal ENGIE teams, development, construction, trading, finance, operations, engineering will be critical to the success of this position

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor Degree in Business, Construction, Finance, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Science, Management, or another Analytical field
• A minimum of fifteen (15) years’ work experience and ten (10) years of experience in the traditional energy, renewable energy or energy storage industry
• Deep understanding of all aspects of energy project development, construction and operations including general development matters, interconnection, power marketing, technology, and financing
• Have established or able to establish strong working relationships with utilities, Independent System Operators (ISO) and Regional Transmissions Operators (RTO), competitors, financing parties, offtakers and other industry stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under time constraints

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy
• Must be available to travel domestically 30% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies 

Compensation

Salary Range: $178,800 – $267,260 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. 

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.  But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community.  ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We value internal mobility and will offer sponsorship for this role to internal candidates only.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed. 

What You Can Expect

As our Downstream Originator Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in expanding our customer base with a focus on sustainability objectives to advance ENGIE’s goal of reducing its portfolio carbon intensity. Your primary responsibility will involve building a pipeline of customers with complex structured renewable energy supply needs. In this role, you will utilize planning, communication, and development skills to identify, approach, and successfully market to a sophisticated customer base. This position is based in Houston, TX and reports to the Downstream Origination Director.

• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of prospective customers seeking complex renewable energy solutions
• Conduct thorough market analysis to identify trends and opportunities in the renewable energy sector, with a focus on Data Centers
• Create and implement strategic plans to approach and capture key customers within the market
• Collaborate closely with upstream origination, structuring, risk management, and credit departments to ensure smooth transaction execution
• Lead negotiations with customers and partners, leveraging strong commercial acumen to secure and close deals, while also nurturing and managing key stakeholder relationships

What You’ll Bring

• You hold a Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field
• A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in the renewable energy industry or related field
• You are adept at understanding and negotiating complex transactions within renewable energy markets, staying informed about trends and regulations
• You have exceptional verbal and written communication skills, effectively conveying complex concepts to diverse audiences
• You hold a proven track record in strategic planning and execution, identifying and seizing market opportunities
• You have excellent problem-solving skills, working effectively with internal teams to align business strategies and ensure transaction success, alongside excellent problem-solving abilities

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy with a minimum of four (4) days working in office. For candidates residing in remote cities, occasional travel to our Houston, TX office location is required, with a minimum of 1 week per month
• Must be available to travel domestically up to 20% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies

Compensation

Salary Range: $128,400 – $179,655 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. 

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.  But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community.  ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed. 

What You Can Expect

As a Texas Natural Gas Senior Trader in Houston, you will report to Director Natural Gas Trading and will manage physical and financial natural gas price risk in the Texas and Western Gulf Coast region.

• Manage physical and financial natural gas flat price and basis risk for Texas and Western Gulf Coast region
• Support origination and sales with pricing
• Deploy fundamentals-based trading strategies

What You’ll Bring

• A Bachelor’s Degree in which you completed courses in finance, economics, mathematics or similar discipline
• A minimum of 3 years of Natural gas trading experience  
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience
• Extensive knowledge of Texas intra and interstate pipelines
• Knowledge of Texas/Mexico cross border gas flow dynamics
• Highly analytical thinker and understanding of probability and risks
• Must enjoy problem solving and creating trading opportunities
• A strong working knowledge of North American natural gas fundamentals
• Clear and effective communicator
• Willingness to engage in dialogue and debate with colleagues
• Can work autonomously and be flexible
• Proficiency in Excel, Structured Query Language (SQL) or Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy
• Must be willing and able to comply with ENGIE’s policy with respect to COVID vaccination and testing 
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies 

Compensation

Salary Range: $146,300 – $224,135 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. 

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.  But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community.  ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

This role is eligible for sponsorship.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed. 

What You Can Expect

As a Natural Gas New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX) Flat Price and Options Senior Trader in Houston, you will report to Director Natural Gas Trading and will manage and deploy flat price and options related Henry Hub price risk.

• Manage and deploy flat price and options related Henry Hub price risk
• Track Henry Hub flat price and implied volatility markets
• Coordinate with fundamentals research

What You’ll Bring

• A Bachelor’s Degree in which you completed courses in finance, economics, mathematics or similar discipline
• A minimum of 5 years of Natural gas trading experience both flat price and implied volatility  
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience
• Extensive knowledge of Natural Gas term structure
• Highly analytical thinker and understanding of probability and risks
• Must enjoy problem solving and creating trading opportunities
• A strong working knowledge of North American natural gas fundamentals
• Clear and effective communicator
• Willingness to engage in dialogue and debate with colleagues
• Can work autonomously and be flexible
• Proficiency in Excel, Structured Query Language (SQL) or Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy
• Must be willing and able to comply with ENGIE’s policy with respect to COVID vaccination and testing 
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies 

Compensation

Salary Range: $146,300 – $224,135 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. 

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.  But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community.  ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

This role is eligible for sponsorship.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed. 

What You Can Expect

As a Power Settlements Senior Advisor within Commercial Operations of ENGIE Energy Marketing North America (EEMNA) in Houston, you will be responsible for ensuring proper settlements with Independent System Operators (ISOs) and or complex structured agreements with bilateral counterparties. 

• Reconcile variances between projected and actual settlement values
• Conduct thorough analysis of settlement data and provide constructive feedback to Asset Managers
• Validate power generation and transaction data using both internal and external sources
• Create customized reports to align with counterparty specifications and oversee their timely dissemination and updates
• Manage calculation templates for Power Purchase Agreements for energy customers
• Ensure invoices are validated and internally distributed in time to meet deadlines 
• Navigate ISO websites to retrieve settlement files and pricing data, facilitating invoice reconciliation
• Perform analytical research to determine root cause of settlement discrepancies
• Ensure ISO/counterparty settlements are captured in the transaction management system correctly
• Assist other departments with financial and market analysis for various projects, as requested
• Assist with onboarding of new projects
• Identify process improvements and automation opportunities in routine tasks
• Develop and maintain documentation for settlements processes
• Coordinate with IT to enhance and test settlement systems and processes
• Carry out other duties and analysis as assigned

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in which you completed courses in an analytical field such as economics, finance, accounting, renewable energy, sustainability, or a related discipline
• A minimum of 10 years of demonstrated experience in a relevant role
• Comprehensive knowledge of energy markets and familiarity with various ISOs (including Pennsylvania New Jersey Maryland Interconnection (PJM), Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), NYISO, Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), Southwest Power Pool (SPP), Independent System Operator New England (ISO-NE), Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO), California Independent System Operator (CAISO))
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills and good attention to detail with the ability to organize and analyze large quantities of data
• Proficiency in using Aligne, PowerOptix, PI, or similar systems
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel, must be able to exhibit solid understanding of Excel formulas and pivot tables
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills to complete tasks in accordance with internal and external deadlines
• Experience in reading and interpreting Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) contracts
• Capable of working autonomously with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong analytical thinking, professional presentation skills, and the ability to function effectively within project teams
• Exhibit effective written and oral communication skills, including email, Microsoft Teams video conferencing, phone, and in-person communications
• Self-driven and motivated team player with a demonstrated ability to quickly adapt to new systems and efficiently manage time-sensitive deliverables

Additional Details

• This role is eligible for our hybrid work policy; Must be able to work at least 5 days and 40 hours per week at ENGIE’s offices in Houston. Some level of remote work may be allowed at supervisor’s discretion.  Scheduling on some weekends and holidays is required
• Must be willing and able to comply with ENGIE’s policy with respect to COVID vaccination and testing 
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies 

Compensation

Salary Range: $112,000 – $172,500 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. 

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.  But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

At ENGIE, our goal is to support, promote, and thrive on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We do so for the benefit of our employees, customers, products and services, and community.  ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment for all employees.

We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed. 

About Engie Energy Access

ENGIE Energy Access is one of the leading Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGo) and mini-grids solutions provider in Africa, with a mission to deliver affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy solutions and life-changing services with exceptional customer experience. The company is a result of the integration of Fenix International, ENGIE Mobisol and ENGIE PowerCorner; and develops innovative, off grid solar solutions for homes, public services, and businesses, enabling customers and distribution partners access to clean, affordable energy. The PAYGo solar home systems are financed through affordable instalments from $0.19 per day and the minigrids foster economic development by enabling electrical productive use and triggering business opportunities for entrepreneurs in rural communities. With over 1,700 employees, operations in nine countries across Africa (Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia), almost 1.5 million customers and over 7 million lives impacted so far, ENGIE Energy Access aims to remain the leading clean energy company, serving millions of customers across Africa by 2025.

www.engie-energyaccess.com

Job Purpose/Mission 

The Customer Finance Team plays a pivotal role in ensuring the overall success of our largely unbanked customers in completing their loans and getting continued access to clean, reliable energy. The team works cross-functionally with our commercial, customer experience, product development and operations on the ground to ensure that we provide all customers with successful responsible onboarding and offer constant support through adequate monitoring and interventions all the way through the lifetime of our customers’ loans.

The Collections Manager will be responsible for securing timely repayments through Call Centre Agents, supporting their daily activities, maintaining positive relationships with customers, minimizing, and controlling losses to the loan portfolio through proper management of the assigned accounts in default.

Responsibilities
 

Monitoring & Process Management

• To oversee and assist in the monitoring and analysis of customer accounts for non-payments, delayed payments and other irregularities
• To ensure the cost of pursuing a customer debt is reasonable through cost / benefit analysis
• Monitor telephone reports on a weekly basis to ensure contact per day quota is achieved
• To monitor appropriate collections activity to ensure customers pay to agreed terms
• To monitor the quality of the team's customer calls and develop actions to improve service standards
• To monitor team performance against financial and other targets and alert the line manager of situations that may lead to variance from plans

Team Management

• To maximise revenue collection and debt recovery
• Verify that team members get the appropriate training and apply their knowledge and skills to the job
• Supervise and direct the daily activities of contact center collection officers
• To ensure that the team deals with all customer complaints in line with the complaints process and adhering to the Code of Conduct
• To plan and manage the day-to-day workflow and performance of the team ensuring that targets and customer service standards are achieved and maintained
• Supervises recoveriesand collection activities which involves training, mentoring, and coordinating of assignments to ensure timely reporting and meeting of deadlines/KPI.
• To hold regular team meetings to timely and effectively communicate departmental plans and targets, discuss issues and recognise success
• Manage the overdue and support on Welcome call  process
• Ensure all agents adhere to call regulations
• Ensure Xdesk and other working tools are working well or else escalating issues arising
• Ensure the team is capturing the right information

Reporting

• Participation in collection analysis functions and various other credit related duties
• Ensure Collections and Recoveries monthly reports are prepared and where necessary appropriately distributed
• Identify and report any incident that may affect operational results
• Assist in ad-hoc credit/collections related exercises as required
• Analyzing the effectiveness of collection activities and recommending alternative courses of action to gain optimum results
• Review daily reports relating to area of responsibility, taking corrective action required to obtain objectives
• Identify the negative trends and notify them to the manager of the Credit Recovery Center, enclosing the proposed solutions to mitigate them
• Calculate commission for each field agent and request Field commissions to Finance after approval from manager and ensure payments are done in a timely manner

At EEA, we have high expectations for our managers. Each manager plays a key role in creating an exceptional experience not only for our customers but for every person on our team. Our managers help A2E realize our ambitious goals while developing their own leadership skills and facilitating growth for their direct reports. 

We believe that great managers:

• Deliver ambitious results: As a high-performing and accountable leader, you create an enabling environment for effective action and bold decision which contribute to successful delivery of results.
• Act with integrity: As an ethical leader you are honest, respectful, objective, and transparent. You create and build upon a foundation of trust and openness.
• Inspire and mentor the team: As an inspirational leader you walk the talk. You empower and coach your team with trust and humility.
• Are accessible: as an accessible leader, you develop and maintain deep connections with stakeholders through approachability and active listening.
• Ensure diversity and inclusion: as an inclusive leader, you ensure diversity and foster a sense of belonging.

Experience:

• 5 years’ Experience in portfolio management/microfinance or its equivalent with a focus on loan collections and recovery.
• Experience in team Management.
• High Level of familiarity with typical income, expenditure and cashflow patterns of rural and per -urban households and micro-enterprises in assigned portfolio, including farmers, animal breeders, business owners and employees.
• Professional experience in traditional bottom of the pyramid (BoP) lending techniques preferably in microfinance sector
• Strong customer Negotiation skills.
• Knowledge about market and business risks associated with typical Mysol customers

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
• Portfolio management certificate will be an added advantage

Language(s): 

• English
• Kiswahili

Technology:

• Computer literacy, particularly good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and power-point

ENGIE is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. All applications are screened based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without any regard to origin, age, name, sexual identity, orientation or preference, religion, marital status, health, disability, political opinions, union involvement or citizenship. Our differences are our strengths!