Meteorologist

Calpine Corporation is Americas largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources with operations in competitive power markets. Its fleet of 77 power plants in operation represents over 27000 megawatts of generation capacity. Through wholesale power operations and its retail businesses Calpine serves customers in 22 states and Canada. Its clean efficient modern and flexible fleet uses advanced technologies to generate power in a lowcarbon and environmentally responsible manner.

The company was established on the premise that a strong commitment to the environment is inextricably linked to excellence in power generation and corporate responsibility. Since its founding in 1984 Calpine has led the power industry in its unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. In addition its renewable geothermal plants use steam generated deep below the earths surface to produce clean renewable electricity.

Job Summary (includes but is not limited to the following other duties may be assigned)

Analyzes meteorological data to prepare reports and forecasts considering the weathers impact on energy markets across North America. Studies and interpret maps synoptic reports and charts to forecast lead times from nowcasting severe weather events to seasonal outlooks. Supports traders by providing accurate up to date and innovative historical and forecasted weather information that will assist them in making wellinformed trading decisions. Provides short medium and longrange forecasts daily considering the impact renewable technologies will have on our markets. Monitor and analyze weather patterns and provide information and updates periodic updates; create seasonal hydro outlooks; and help BCMT decide on severe weather impacts to our geographically diverse plants and offices.

Job Scope & Technical Excellence

• Comprehensive knowledge.
• Seasoned professional with advanced applied experience.
• Applies advanced skills contributing to knowledge areas within function but not yet an expert in all.

Decision Making & Innovation

• Makes recommendations on moderately complex issues regarding project components and tasks.
• May make recommendations on new processes tools and services; supports and contributes to development of new products services or techniques.

Work Complexity & Independent Judgment

• Works on problems of diverse scope ranging from moderate to complex.
• Uses independent judgment requiring indepth analysis of variable factors. Collaborates with senior professionals in selection of methods techniques and analytical approach.

SelfManagement & Leadership

• Little instruction on daytoday work general instructions on new assignments.
• Serves as project/technical lead on small to medium sized projects; may coordinate work of professionals technicians and others outside of own department.

Communication & Influence

• Resource integrator builds professional networks and identifies and connects resources to achieve goals. Regularly contributes actionable ideas in brainstorming and planning sessions.

Education & Experience

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent.
• Seasoned professional; typically requires minimum of 35 years weather forecasting experience.
• 510 years of experience preferred.
• Experience with Energy Trading & Renewable energy technologies is a plus.
• Python MATLAB R GrADS or similar programming experience
• Understanding of commodities markets and global impacts of weather on Natural Gas and Crude Products.

Additional Benefit Hybrid with OnSite in Houston TX: Three times a week with Manager approval

Additional Calpine Information

• Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities Females Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
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