Real-Time Trader I

This recruitment opens on April 17 and will close on May 4 2026.

The Eugene Water & Electric Board is currently seeking a Real Time Trader I.

Does an exciting and fast-paced job in energy sound like fun to you Would you like to help make sure that EWEBs service territory has the right amount of energy on an hourly basis Join our Trading Floor team as a Real Time Trader I! This job includes buying and selling energy starting and stopping utility generators and maximizing the value of long-term contracts.

Examples of duties and responsibilities:

• Negotiate and implement power sales purchases and exchange of power and transmission products.
• Calculate estimate and resolve on a real time basis the requirements for power interchange to meet EWEB and client utility sales system load and generation requirements.
• Conduct financial modeling and risk assessment.
• Effectively communicate with customers and representatives of other utilities.
• And work independently in a fast-paced dynamic team environment.

Schedule: 12-hour rotating shifts including nights evenings and weekends.

The successful candidate will have knowledge of and direct experience in:

• Power negotiation sales and purchases
• Strong analytical skills
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer programs including the Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong time management skills
• Foundational understanding of current marketplace power pricing and supply conditions and real-time trading practices.

Compensation & Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is $103051 - $124158

The starting pay offered will be established based on multiple factors including the successful candidates job-related knowledge skills education and relevant experience as well as internal equity. Consistent with EWEBs compensation philosophy it is not customary to place individuals at the high end of the salary range at the time of hire. Compensation decisions are made holistically to support fair consistent and equitable pay practices taking into account the specific circumstances of each position and candidate.

EWEB values total worker health both at work and at home and provides a robust compensation & benefits package Read more about our benefits.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Equivalency: EWEB will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience when reviewing applications. Candidates who do not meet all of the minimum qualifications but whose application materials demonstrate the necessary knowledge skills and abilities to be successful in the position are encouraged to apply. We understand that valuable experience can be gained through various avenues and we value diverse experiences and unique perspectives.

Experience: Minimum of two years experience in power resources or utility operations that includes experience in one or more of the following areas: risk management utility industry operating requirements financial analysis and/or customer contact.

Education: Associates degree in business management Accounting Finance Marketing Economics or Engineering; an equivalent combination of education and experience may qualify.

Professional license or registration: None

Post-offer background check required: Yes

Post-offer drug test required: No

Post-offer physical / functional test required: No

Please Note: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. EWEB is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Location:

This position is based inEugene Oregon.

Our employees work in a fast-paced environment where creativity innovation involvement teamwork and professional development are supported and encouraged. EWEB is committed to providing a work environment conducive to the safety health and well-being of its workforce and offers great benefits including health care vacation and sick leave pension holidays wellness programs an employee credit union and more.

As a public utility we do not operate to earn a profit or to serve the investment needs of stockholders. Instead EWEB is chartered by the City of Eugene to serve the interests of its citizens. We are owned by the people of Eugene and its our job to provide reliable affordable water and electricity for our customers.

WHY CHOOSE EUGENE
Its a city big enough to boast excellent restaurants arts and events but small enough to still feel like a community. Its also easy to get out of town making it an ideal place for lovers of outdoor activities with world-class opportunities for fishing rafting bicycling hiking and camping.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
EWEB takes pride in our commitment to diversity and inclusion among our employees. We embrace and value differences of culture education experience physical ability and unique perspectives in our workplace. Attracting retaining and advancing talent from all sources strengthens our bond with the multifaceted community we serve.

TOBACCO SMOKE AND VAPOR-FREE CAMPUS POLICY
EWEB fosters an environment promoting good health for both employees and the public. We want to enhance the quality of air appearance and employee health in and around EWEB facilities and equipment. Employees contractors volunteers and visitors may not use distribute or sell tobacco.

Note: This job posting is intended to represent key areas of responsibility. It is not meant to be all inclusive and does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned.

Supplemental Question Statement:

Please Note: The application for this position includes supplemental responses will be scored and used to determine if you will proceed to the next step of the selection process. Provide detailed answers to each question. Please do not reference your resume or application in your responses. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.