Power Trading Analyst
Current• Developed the PLEXOS asset model of the 420-MW San Gabriel Combined-Cycle Gas plant and 97-MW Avion Open-cycle natural gas-fired power plant for simulating varying dispatch scenarios to be used as basis in the execution of optimal trading strategy in the energy and reserve markets• Evaluates the operation of existing plants to assess supply adequacy and monitor competing generation facilities.• Analyzes the power grid situation to ensure sound bid submissions aiming to optimize company resources in Spot Energy and AS provision.• Leveraging use of real time market data to ensure optimal dispatch of powerplants • Prepares regular reports on industry developments, particularly focusing on WESM.• Coordinate with plant personnel, System Operators, and Market Operators.• Declares bilateral contract volumes to WESM to maximize revenues and minimize costs.