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About the Role
Plus Power recruits outstanding energy industry professionals who are driven to develop, build and operate assets safely and reliably to decarbonize the power markets while growing their careers. Our team looks for data-driven and fact-based mindsets, engaging and collaborative behaviors, and personal growth-focused professionals.
We are looking for a Head of Trading & Risk Management to lead the trading activities and P&L management for our growing book of operating assets.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct and lead the Plus Power Trading team in pursuit of financial optimization for all Plus Power battery energy storage projects within an ISO
- Develop and improve processes for (a) load and price forecasting, (b) optimizing energy revenue in the Day Ahead and Real Time markets, and (c) and improving tools & platforms used by the team
- Manage established hedge trading positions, including settlements, credit support, and P&L monitoring;
- Regularly evaluate hedging strategies for the projects and portfolio
- Provide consultative review of ISO asset contracting opportunities to ensure any long-term agreements align with market and asset strategy
- Regularly review market portfolios to identify risk elements; develop recommend strategies for risk mitigation and/or revenue enhancement
- Lead reporting of daily, weekly, monthly, and YTD positions and P&L
- Lead market entry for any new market trading operations including SPP and PJM
- Manage existing market counterparties and arrangements (ERCOT QSE and ISONE Lead Market Participant).
- Retain and develop energy trading personnel to create an industry-leading energy trading function at Plus Power
- Monitor & automatically report daily market exposures and positions
- Perform analysis, drafts memos, and present profit and loss results to senior management
Skills & Qualifications
- Minimum BA/BS in economics, finance or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 10+ years in North American electricity and natural gas markets trading roles with progressively increasing levels of responsibility
- Knowledge of and experience trading DA-RT markets in ERCOT, ISO-NE, PJM, and other RTOs
- Exceptional quantitative and analytical capabilities, combined with deep institutional knowledge of trading practices, markets, and risk management
- Ability to design, build, implement, and continuously enhance automated trading and risk management tools
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically, translate business objectives into actionable priorities, and lead teams through execution
- Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and influence stakeholders at all levels, including senior executives and external parties
- Ability to translate complex technical analyses and concepts into clear, concise, and actionable insights for technical and non-technical audiences
- Demonstrated ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and proactively develop and drive solutions
- Demonstrated ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy, navigate ambiguity, exercise sound judgment, and lead effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated success building strong cross-functional partnerships and influencing technical and non-technical stakeholders across a geographically dispersed organization
- Demonstrated experience building, leading, and developing high-performing teams
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Compensation, Location, and Benefits
Highly competitive total compensation from one of North America's leading energy storage developers, owners, and operators, along with market-leading health benefits, 401(k) match, generous paid parental leave, flexible time off, work from home stipend, and other programs designed to support employees and their families.
Flexible work arrangements include work-from-home or hybrid options from Plus Power's offices in The Woodlands, San Francisco, Chicago, Seattle, Brooklyn, Denver, Palm Beach Gardens, and Birmingham. While we are a remote-first company, we also have a highly engaged and connected culture, with opportunities to come together for in-person connection, professional development, and continued learning and growth.
The expected salary range* for this position begins at $275,000. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, geographic labor market, and other factors consistent with applicable law. This position is also eligible to participate in our annual bonus program.
Plus Power is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds can thrive. Plus Power is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
*This information is provided in accordance with applicable law.
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Company Overview
Plus Power
The Woodlands, Texas, United States
2018
Approximately 200-500 employees (source: leadiq.com). Revenue of $63.9 million in FY 2023 (source: leadiq.com).
What They Do
Plus Power specializes in standalone lithium-ion battery energy storage systems (BESS) that are pivotal for grid stabilization. Their technology enables rapid dispatch for frequency regulation, peak shaving, and renewable integration, particularly in deregulated wholesale markets (source: leadiq.com). The company offers a comprehensive suite of services that includes greenfield development, site selection using advanced data science techniques, and power systems engineering aimed at alleviating grid congestion. They also engage in commercial origination with utilities and Independent System Operators (ISOs), raising significant project finance, and executing large-scale engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects (source: pluspower.com). Plus Power's target markets span over 20 states, focusing on major U.S. Regional Transmission Organizations (RTOs) and ISOs, catering to electric utilities, commodities traders, and grid operators who require flexible solutions amidst increasing solar and wind energy penetration (source: pluspower.com). With a development portfolio exceeding 7,000 MW and a total of 11 GW including early-stage assets, Plus Power is recognized as a first-mover in the grid-forming standalone BESS sector (source: pluspower.com).
Projects & Track Record
Plus Power has successfully completed several notable projects, including the Gambit Energy Storage facility in Angleton, Texas, which is a 100 MW standalone lithium-ion project that has been operational since summer 2021. This facility was one of the largest in Texas at the time and plays a crucial role in supporting the reliability of the ERCOT grid (source: pluspower.com). Another significant project is the Cranberry Point Energy Storage in Carver, Massachusetts, which is a 150 MW/300 MWh facility that is set to come online in May 2025, marking it as the largest utility-scale standalone BESS in the region and contributing to Massachusetts' ambitious storage goals (source: pluspower.com). Current projects include the Cross Town Energy Storage in Gorham, Maine, which will be New England's largest BESS at 175 MW/350 MWh, and the Kapolei Energy Storage in Hawaii, which is a 185 MW/565 MWh project that recently secured $219 million in financing (source: pluspower.com). Plus Power is also actively constructing over 1 GW across five sites in Arizona and Texas, showcasing their extensive operational footprint and commitment to renewable energy integration (source: pluspower.com).
Recent Developments
In June 2024, Plus Power achieved a significant milestone by closing construction and term financing for its first major standalone BESS in ISO-NE, which is supported by Massachusetts Clean Peak Energy Certificates (source: zoominfo.com). The company also secured $82 million in tax equity from Morgan Stanley for the Superstition project in Arizona, contributing to nearly $2 billion in total funding for their projects in Arizona and Texas (source: zoominfo.com). In 2024-2025, Morgan Stanley invested a total of $160 million across two projects: $95 million for Cranberry Point and $65 million for Cross Town, both of which are set to come online in late 2025 (source: pluspower.com). A notable achievement in October 2023 was the completion of $1.8 billion in financing for 1.04 GW/2.76 GWh across multiple sites, marking one of the largest standalone storage project deals in the sector (source: prnewswire.com). Additionally, the Kapolei project in Hawaii successfully closed $219 million in project finance and credit facilities (source: pluspower.com).
Working There
Plus Power offers a diverse range of roles across various departments including development, markets, power systems engineering, commercial origination, finance, EPC, and operations. The company is actively hiring for positions in its offices located in The Woodlands, Texas (HQ), San Francisco, New York, Chicago, and Miami, reflecting its growth trajectory from approximately 200-500 employees (source: leadiq.com). The company culture is characterized by values such as curiosity, respect, transparency, and a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship and safety. Employees are encouraged to adopt an owner's mindset in their operations, fostering local relationships and responsible development practices (source: pluspower.com). While specific benefits are not extensively detailed in public sources, Plus Power highlights the importance of collaboration with excellent colleagues and partners in their mission to advance renewable energy storage solutions (source: pluspower.com).
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