Senior Short Term Trader
ENGIE
Company Overview
ENGIE SA
Paris, France
2008
Approximately 96,500 employees worldwide (source: linkedin.com). Revenue of €93.86 billion in 2023 (source: wikipedia.org).
What They Do
ENGIE is a major player in the energy sector, focusing on renewable energy, electricity and gas transmission and distribution networks, as well as low-carbon solutions. The company offers a wide range of services, from financing renewable energy projects to managing energy infrastructure in Europe and beyond, including regasification in France and Chile (source: investing.com). ENGIE stands out with its integrated model, covering everything from upstream engineering to downstream waste management, and its diversified portfolio that reduces reliance on fossil fuels (source: dcfmodeling.com). Target markets include France, Europe, North America, Asia, and other regions, serving a diverse clientele ranging from governments to businesses and end-users (source: wikipedia.org). With over 30 GW of installed renewable capacity, ENGIE is well-positioned to meet the challenges of the global energy transition.
Projects and Background
ENGIE has a rich history of notable projects, including the construction of the first drinking water treatment plant in Egypt by Degrémont in 1948 and a reverse osmosis desalination plant in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in 1975 (source: sourcewatch.org). More recently, the company has undertaken large-scale renewable energy projects, including onshore wind farms in Brazil and solar installations in North America, contributing to its portfolio of 30 GW of renewable capacity (source: dcfmodeling.com). ENGIE continues to invest in major projects, including battery energy storage assets and flexible generation solutions, supported by its global presence in over 70 countries (source: investing.com). Key clients include residential and commercial energy users, as well as partnerships with companies like EVBox for electric vehicle infrastructure.
Recent Developments
Over the past two years, ENGIE has maintained stable ownership with the French state holding 23.6% of the shares and institutional investors like BlackRock at 5.1% (source: dcfmodeling.com). Catherine MacGregor, CEO since 2021, and Jean-Pierre Clamadieu, independent chairman since 2018, have led strategic initiatives aimed at strengthening the transition to low-carbon solutions (source: investing.com). While no major mergers or fundraising have been reported recently, the focus is on growing renewable capacity beyond 30 GW, with board appointments signaling a shift in governance (source: wikipedia.org). Operations continue across various segments, including FlexGen and nuclear, further strengthening ENGIE's market position.
Working at ENGIE
ENGIE offers a variety of roles across its seven segments, including renewable energy, networks, energy solutions, flexible generation, retail, nuclear, and other activities such as trading and facilities management (source: investing.com). Recruitment primarily takes place at its headquarters in Courbevoie, France, as well as in international hubs in Brazil, North America, Asia, and Belgium, supported by a workforce of over 96,000 employees (source: dcfmodeling.com). The company culture is characterized by indicators such as employee participation, a diverse board of directors, and international collaboration on energy transition projects (source: kids.kiddle.co). Documented benefits include annual commitments of €5 million for sustainable community programs, aligned with operations in various markets.
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Job Description
ENGIE, a global leader in low-carbon energy and services, relies on its Global Business Unit Supply & Energy Management (GBU S&EM) to provide reliable, sustainable, and affordable energy to all its customers. This strategic unit optimizes the Group's and clients' production assets and designs tailored energy solutions for our 200,000 professional clients and 15 million consumers.
The Global Business Unit Supply & Energy Management leverages ENGIE's assets to deliver secure and sustainable energy to its B2B and B2C customers. It uses its expertise in energy management to provide decarbonized electricity 24/7.
Joining Supply & Energy Management means becoming part of a team of over 10,000 passionate experts spread across 20 countries, all united by a shared mission: shaping a greener and more efficient energy future. Together, we push the boundaries of innovation to deliver decarbonized energy 24/7. Join us and be part of those shaping the energy of tomorrow!
Context
As a Senior Short-Term Trader, you will be a key contributor within the Short-Term Trading Desk, part of the Business Platform Power Trading & Commercial.
Our mission is to maximize the value of ENGIE's power portfolio in the CWE region (Belgium, France, Germany, Netherlands) and capture opportunities in the fast-evolving pan-European intraday markets.
You will operate in a dynamic environment where decisions must be made in real time, based on large and complex datasets. Working within a 9-person team organized in a 24/7 shift system, you will combine trading and optimization activities and collaborate closely with Algorithmic Trading and Optimization teams.
Your Mission
As Senior Short-Term Trader, you will:
- Maximize revenues from the CWE power portfolio in intraday markets, including renewable integration, sales exposure, and asset flexibility.
- Act as the single point of contact for intraday markets to cover real-time physical needs and re-optimize the asset portfolio against market prices.
- Develop and implement trading strategies to optimize revenues and minimize costs across short-term horizons.
- Contribute to model development for assets, intermittency and identify trading opportunities across multiple markets.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting of portfolio and market activities.
- Support the development and improvement of algorithmic trading activities.
- Work within a 24/7 rotating shift system.
You will report to the Head of Short-Term Trading.
What we are looking for
- Strong analytical and programming skills (data analysis, model building).
- Solid understanding of power market fundamentals.
- Interest in quantitative methods and process automation.
- Ability to combine analysis and synthesis, with a process-oriented mindset.
- Pragmatic, logical, and solution-driven approach.
- Resilient under pressure and able to perform in high-stakes, time-sensitive environments.
- Entrepreneurial spirit with a keen eye for opportunities.
- Team player with excellent interpersonal skills and adaptability in a changing environment.
- Willingness to work in a rotating shift system.
Education & Experience
- University degree in Engineering, Economics, or related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in power trading, with a proven track record in intraday trading.
- Programming skills in Python, R, or similar.
- Fluent in English; knowledge of French, Dutch, or German is a strong asset.
Why join us?
At ENGIE S&EM, we are committed to fostering a gender-neutral and inclusive environment where everyone's potential can thrive.
All our positions are open to people with disabilities. If you need any reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter - we will be happy to support you.
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About the role
April 22, 2026
Full time
Company
- Brussels, Belgium
3-5 years
UTC+01:00
