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DA/Cash Trader, Director
VistraSierra Office, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 12 Jun 2026
About the role
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Job Summary
Responsible for managing all aspects of PJM physical and financial positions for the cash month including DA and RT energy and ancillary service bidding for all PJM assets as well as setting and executing strategy for cash month position. Aid RT manager in oversight of real time operations and collaborate with trading team on fleet strategies and implementation.Job Description
•Development of all Day Ahead and Real Time submissions for PJM assets, submittal of Retail DA bids in compliance with all FERC, PJM and internal policies and procedures
•Manage Asset Management power and natural gas position throughout the cash month
•Schedule all physical power trades
•Coordinate gas purchases with fuels team and assist in managing imbalance
•Coordinate coal inventory with Sold Fuel team
•Coordinate with Operations to develop and optimize outage and testing schedules for the PJM fleet
•Provide thought leadership on operational and financial improvements within Asset Management
•Follow and provide SME input to Regulatory on changes to PJM Market Rules
•Serves as a resource for Adapt2 market submissions systems including development and maintenance
•Determining appropriate day-ahead trades and preparation of all DAM submissions for Asset Management, Retail, and CREP that are in compliance with all applicable PUC rules, PJM Protocols, and Internal Luminant Policies and Procedures
•Collaborate with PJM team on trading strategies and optimization of fleet.
•Responsible for analyzing and understanding PNL deviations on a daily and monthly level.
•Direct other analytical projects and studies as necessary to maximize the value of the PJM assets.
•Responsible for scheduling all physical power trades and other associated tasks.
•Minimum 8-10 years of job related experience or equivalent experience and training which provides commensurate level of knowledge, skills and ability required
•Knowledge of ISO market rules is required
•Self-motivated individual, who is flexible to respond to a host of different challenges, manage multiple projects, and changing priorities when needed is required
•Knowledge of generation and transmission operations knowledge of Luminant’s Power generation fleet
•Knowledge in the analysis and modeling of power generation units
•Excellent verbal and written communication skills
•Competency requirements including strong computer skills, analytical thinking, attention to detail and problem solving skills
•Ability to work as part of a team, supporting your fellow team mates with a great demeanor
•High school diploma or equivalent
•Experience gained through college degree programs and/or certifications is applicable to above skills
Job Family
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Luminant Energy Company LLCLocations
Irving, TexasTexasWe are a company of people committed to: Exceeding Customer Expectations, Great People, Teamwork, Competitive Spirit and Effective Communication. If this describes you, then apply today!
If you currently work for Vistra or its subsidiaries, please apply via the internal career site.
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