At Associated Electric Cooperative, we're committed to providing reliable energy to the communities we serve with passion and precision. We're a tight-knit team dedicated to keeping the lights on and the energy flowing smoothly across our expansive network!

From technical to operational to professional disciplines, our team brings a wide variety of skills, talents, and expertise to the table. We believe in both dedicating ourselves to excellence and investing in your growth.

Help drive energy reliability in tomorrow’s market—today. As a Day Ahead Energy Trader at Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc., you’ll play a critical role in optimizing our power and natural gas resources, ensuring reliability, and identifying value in a fast-moving energy landscape. If you’re energized by high-stakes decisions, evolving gas markets, and collaborative strategy—this role is built for you.

What you'll do:

• Manage Day Ahead load forecasting and generation schedules with a focus on securing fuel for a fleet of natural gas resources; includes trading and scheduling natural gas across multiple pipelines.
• Optimize natural gas and power purchases and sales across bilateral markets, exchanges, and RTO platforms—from next day through balance of the month.
• Execute gas trading strategies that align with operational dispatch and hedging goals.
• Collaborate with Marketing team members to support position management, dispatch strategy, and dynamic gas pipeline operations.
• Analyze market fundamentals to identify opportunities in both gas and power markets.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements including NERC, FERC, SERC, and natural gas pipeline tariffs.
• Present clear, data-driven trading strategies to internal stakeholders and leadership.

What you’ll need:

• A technical degree (engineering, economics, finance, etc.) or 5+ years of relevant experience in wholesale gas and/or power trading.
• Deep understanding of gas market mechanics—including supply and demand fundamentals, pipeline capacity, storage, and nomination cycles.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills for evaluating complex market scenarios.
• Proven multitasking skills in a time-sensitive, detail-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interfacing with counterparties, schedulers, and internal teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; Power BI experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of RTO operations, virtual transactions, ARRs/FTRs, and hedging strategies.

What Associated provides:

• We are committed to rewarding talent with top pay. Your efforts will be recognized with a total compensation package that reflects your experience and contributions.
• Plan for your future with confidence! We offer a robust 401(k) program with a generous employer match to help you build the financial future you deserve.
• We know how important work-life integration is. Recharge with PTO and enjoy paid holidays, ensuring you have time to unwind and pursue your passions outside of work.
• Your health matters to us! Stay covered beginning on your first day of employment with our premier healthcare plan that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.

At Associated Electric Cooperative, all of our 700+ employees across MO/AR/OK territory play a crucial role in powering our mission! Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find endless opportunities for career development here. Join us in an environment where your contribution is valued, and your career can thrive as we work together to keep the lights on!

Ready to Energize your career? Visit our website at www.aeci.org/careers to learn more about Associated and apply for a position. 

Equal Opportunity Statement:

AECI is fully committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. Please reference the contact information below if you require assistance in filling out an application. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to an appointment.

An equal opportunity employer and provider/disability/veteran.