Senior Energy Portfolio Analyst; Ahead Trading

OUC - The Reliable One
, is presently seeking a Senior Energy Portfolio Analyst (Unit Commitment and Energy Trading) to join the Electric & Water Production division. At OUC, we don’t just work – we’re building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations.

We are seeking a strategic, highly skilled energy professional to lead portfolio operations and wholesale energy marketing for the Florida Municipal Power Pool (FMPP). In this senior‑level role, you will make and inform complex day‑ahead operational and market decisions, optimize generation resources, and serve as a trusted subject‑matter expert supporting reliable, cost‑effective Balancing Authority operations. You will advise system operators and stakeholders on economic dispatch and market positioning, engage directly with FMPP members and external market participants, and lead cross‑functional initiatives with meaningful operational and financial impact.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field required; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in Bulk Power System Operations, Unit Commitment, Energy Marketing, or Power Plant Control Center Operations, including at least 2 years as an Energy Marketer with direct responsibility for portfolio optimization, day‑ahead trading, or utility commodity scheduling.
• Advanced proficiency in load forecasting, economic dispatch, and wholesale energy markets, with experience applying judgment to optimize outcomes under changing system and market conditions.
• Experience with production cost modeling software (Gen Trader preferred), OATI applications (OASIS, eTag, web Trader).
• NERC System Operator Certification at the “Balancing and Interchange Operator” level (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of NERC standards, Network Integration Transmission Service (NITS), and wholesale market operations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and be accountable for projects or initiatives, provide strategic recommendations, and serve as a trusted advisor to operators, leadership, or stakeholders.
• Ability to synthesize complex and incomplete data, assess risk, and develop actionable strategies that optimize portfolio performance, reliability, and cost.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, financial and market analysis, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, including market participants and system operators.

• Competitive compensation
• Low‑cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.
• OUC’s Hybrid Retirement Program includes a fully‑funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account
• Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Educational Assistance Program, to include tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities
• Wellness incentives and free access to all on‑site OUC fitness facilities
• Access to family‑oriented recreational areas
• Paid Conference and Training Opportunities
• Hybrid work schedule

Salary Range: $128,000 - $192,000 annually - commensurate with experience

Location:

6003 Pershing Ave, Orlando, FL 32822

Responsible for performing the Operational Planning and Wholesale Energy Marketing functions for the Florida Municipal Power Pool (FMPP). This includes, but is not limited to, load forecasting, unit commitment, providing fuel consumption forecasts, engaging in profitable (or cost‑saving) energy transactions, and coordinating with FMPP generation owners, transmission planners, and the Energy Control Center (ECC). Also responsible for taking lead role on projects and performing complex analysis related to these functions.

• Perform all aspects of Unit Commitment, Next Day Energy Marketing, and Hourly Energy Marketing tasks independently;
• Manage multiple and concurrent FMPP members’ requests for unit/resource availability (outages), and testing requirements to ensure most cost‑effective solution is developed and implemented;
• Evaluate multiple sources of weather forecasts and develop Native Load…