Job Description

At ENGIE, we are accelerating the energy transition by harnessing the power of renewable assets and smart trading strategies.

ENGIE Romania’s Intraday Desk manages ENGIE’s short-term electricity positions on Romanian markets, ensuring portfolio optimization, market access for ENGIE and third parties, and active participation in intraday continuous trading and auctions. Its mission is to minimize balancing costs, maximize value from renewable assets (wind, solar, storage), and provide reliable market execution for the Group. You will join a dynamic and growing desk at the heart of ENGIE’s short-term power activity. We leverage advanced analytics and machine learning models to optimize trading decisions and support the integration of renewable generation into the system. By ensuring efficient execution, the desk contributes directly to reshaping the energy landscape and accelerating the energy transition in Romania and across the region.

As Intraday Power Trader, you will focus on the disciplined execution of our intraday trading strategies. Your role will be centred on maximising opportunities to optimize our assets under management and on reducing the BRP exposure to imbalances.

Responsibilities:

• You will execute trades on intraday markets by applying desk strategies and model recommendations within internal mandates and risk limits;
• You will react to live signals (market prices, grid signals, liquidity shifts, operational constraints) and adjust execution accordingly;
• You will collaborate with quants by providing feedback, ideas, and operational insights to improve models and strategies;
• You will participate in research and development of new trading strategies, both proprietary and asset-backed for Wind, Solar, and Battery Storage;
• You will optimize ENGIE’s portfolios, reducing balancing costs for consumer portfolio and renewable assets (wind, solar, batteries);
• You will work with lateral desks (PW Trading, Green Desk, Costing, etc.) to ensure coordinated execution;
• You will maintain accurate booking of trades and monitor positions;
• You will engage with counterparties, Transmission System Operators (TSOs), Distribution System Operators (DSOs), Forecasters, and exchanges when needed;
• You will work in shifts, including nights and weekends.

Desired education, expertise, and skills:

• Education/Background: Degree in economics, engineering, finance, or related fields;
• Experience: 1–3 years of relevant experience (energy market analysis, portfolio management, or previous execution role is a plus);
• Knowledge of Powerbot is a plus;
• Good understanding of power markets in Romania and SEE;
• Strong analytical and quantitative mindset;
• Ability to work under pressure and make decisions quickly;
• Solid communication and teamwork skills;
• Data Analysis/Python knowledge is a plus;
• Fluent in English, knowledge of Romanian and/or French is considered a plus.

Benefits:

• Private health insurance for you and your family;
• Opportunities for ongoing personal and professional development;
• Meal tickets;
• Annual extended holiday entitlement, depending on length of employment;
• Collaborative and innovation-driven work environment;
• Safe workplace equipped with state-of-the-art tools and technologies;
• Direct contribution to the energy transition and sustainability;
• Work-life balance.

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted

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Why We Care:

At ENGIE, we believe that every talent has a role to play in accelerating the energy transition. We make a difference and provide a fulfilling professional experience. Accept interesting challenges and build a career that reflects who you are. Join us and be part of this century's adventure!

ENGIE is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, or any other protected status under the law