Summary
Berkshire Hathaway Energy (BHE) Canada is a Canadian subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Energy focused on identifying and investing in business opportunities related to all aspects of the energy infrastructure market across Canada. BHE Canada currently owns and operates a 130 MW wind farm, a 20 MW natural gas-fired power plant, and a high voltage transmission line in Alberta. BHE Canada is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta.
In January 2025, BHE Canada launched AlbertaEx, a power marketing affiliate created to optimize our generation and transmission portfolio and drive commercial growth. AlbertaEx is seeking an Energy Trader to join our expanding 24/7 trading team. This role is integral to optimizing our asset portfolio, expanding market presence, and supporting our entry into the Western Energy Imbalance Market (WEIM).
Reporting to the Manager, Power Marketing, the Energy Trader will execute trading strategies across Alberta and the Pacific Northwest electricity markets, schedule and tag physical flows, manage market bidding and compliance, and develop analytics to support commercial decision-making. This position operates on a rotating day/night shift schedule to ensure continuous market coverage.
Responsibilities
- Negotiate and execute approved trading strategies across Alberta and broader WECC power markets
- Maximize commercial value from a diverse portfolio of assets located in Alberta and Montana, including wind, solar, energy storage, natural gas, and firm transmission rights
- Schedule and tag power flows across multiple markets, actively managing real-time operational constraints, market volatility and changing system conditions
- Manage bid and offer submissions in AESO, WEIM, and other applicable markets, ensuring accuracy and compliance with market rules
- Build and maintain short-term price forecasting models and market analytics to support real-time and forward trading strategies
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with counterparties, customers, and utilities to enhance deal flow, expand market access, and reinforce AlbertaEx’s reputation for professionalism and reliability.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Engineering, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field; an advanced degree would be an asset
- Experience trading and scheduling physical power in Alberta and/or WECC markets
- Strong understanding of energy market conditions.
- Proficiency with trading platforms and analytical tools, such as Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) systems, tagging platforms, and ICE-NGX.
- Strong analytical skills in quantitative analysis and spreadsheet modelling.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced trading environment with a rotating shift schedule.
- Communication and negotiation skills to develop industry contacts, negotiate outcomes, and close on opportunities.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proven track record of good performance and attendance.
Notes
External candidates can submit their application via Indeed.
BHE Canada Ltd. employees should be aware that we may contact your manager during the selection process. Some positions may require job specific assessments, regular criminal record checks, additional BHE Canada Ltd. training, medical assessments, annual drivers abstract, and drug tests. Please contact the Hiring Manager or Recruiter for further clarification if required.
We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with BHE Canada Ltd., however, only candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted.
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At BHE Canada Ltd. we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fair employment practices, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, family status, source of income, sexual orientation or any other category protected by applicable provincial or federal law.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Calgary, AB T2P 3G6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience trading and scheduling physical power in Alberta and/or WECC markets?
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-09-01