Country
USA
City
HOUSTON
Workplace location
HOUSTON-LOUISIANA STREET(USA)
Employer company
TotalEnergies Gas & Power North America, Inc.
Domain
Finance
Type of contract
Regular position
Experience
Minimum 3 years

Context & Environment

Working at TotalEnergies 

At TotalEnergies we are committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships among our team members. Our field site employees work together to build teamwork through collaboration. This position is in Houston, Texas where you will work from the field and also from the field site office. 


What We Provide

TotalEnergies offers a robust comprehensive benefits package available to employees on the first day of hire. These benefits include but are not limited to generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSA with company contributions, health FSA, commuter benefits or paid parking, 401(k) plan with employer match, pension plan, life & accident insurances, generous parental leave, education assistance, fitness subsidy and more.


  • Be part of a dynamic and expanding international team, collaborating with industry leaders in Houston and Geneva.
  • Work on cutting-edge quantitative models and market strategies, driving real impact in the energy sector.
  • Develop deep expertise in power markets, regulatory frameworks, and strategic investment.
  • Enjoy a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment with opportunities for growth and career advancement.


DIMENSIONS

TotalEnergies is targeting to build a portfolio of 100 GW of renewables by 2030 and to become one of the main player in renewables worldwide. This will be achieved through many investment projects. In this context, the ‘Trading Power’ BU will contribute to this ambition by managing financial and physical positions and risks of the renewables portfolio on open markets. Among its tasks, the ‘Trading Support’ division aims at supporting Trading Power in creating a profitable and sustainable portfolio by providing analyses of the profitability and risks of its different businesses (ppa portfolio, short term optimisation, etc…).


Within the ‘Market Modelling’ team, the US Power Market Analyst will contribute to a better understanding of the US power markets in terms of prices and fundamentals by building and improving long term power markets fundamental modelling (10 years horizon) with quantitative and qualitative analyses. The US Power Market Analyst will provide analysis and support to Traders and Senior Management on any power market related questions.


PURPOSES

  • Provide continuous analysis on market evolution, regulatory shifts, and decarbonization efforts, helping the company stay ahead of industry trends.
  • Enhance the quantitative models to ensure reliable forecasting and decision-making.
  • Respond promptly and strategically to project inquiries and investment decisions.


Activities

Your mission as an US Power Market Analyst include:

  • Develop and refine quantitative fundamental models (supply, demand, flows, technology costs, climate impact, etc.) to build forward hourly price scenarios for ERCOT, PJM, and CAISO markets.
  • Monitor industry trends and market developments, translating complex regulatory changes into actionable insights.
  • Contribute to the establishment of a Trading Power reference database for market monitoring and analysis, working alongside diverse business and technical teams.
  • Prepare and present market updates and strategic reports to internal stakeholders, including Trading Power management, Paris headquarters, and affiliate trading teams.
  • Collaborate closely with Trading Research, GRP, and Holding strategy teams to align key market assumptions and insights.
  • Conduct in-depth analyses on investment decisions related to long-term US power markets, providing recommendations to senior management.

Candidate Profile

You are someone who possesses the following experience and credentials:

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

  • PhD or Master’s degree in Economics, Mathematics or Engineering
  • Good modelling and analytical skills with strong attention to detail with first experience in quantitative modelling 
  • Knowledge of US or European energy markets

SKILLS

  • Programming skills (SQL/R/Python) and/or visualization frameworks (Tableau/PowerBI/etc.) will be appreciated
  • Knowledge of Databricks and Apache Spark programming will be appreciated.
  • Ability to work under pressure, rigor, proactivity and creativity
  • Good communication skills, ability to explain complex issues and present them in a clear and neat manner.

*TotalEnergies regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited visa status for this position.

Additional Information

TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.

At TotalEnergies we know that you're more than what's on your CV. If this opportunity excites you, but your profile doesn't exactly match the description above...give it a try & apply. Diversity of perspectives & experiences make us stronger.


TotalEnergies celebrates diversity and is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other category protected under applicable federal, state or local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.

All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

TotalEnergies believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

About the company:
TotalEnergies is a multi-energy company that produces and markets energies on a global scale: oil and biofuels, natural gas and green gases, renewables and electricity. Our 105,000 employees are committed to energy that is ever more affordable, clean, reliable and accessible to as many people as possible. Active in more than 130 countries, TotalEnergies puts sustainable development in all its dimensions at the heart of its projects and operations to contribute to the well-being of people.


TotalEnergies Gas and Power (TGP) is the trading arm of TotalEnergies in the field of low carbon energies (mainly gas, LNG and power). As such it operates in fast-evolving market dynamics influenced by internal and external factors that require constant adaptation and evolution. Uncertainties specific to the trading environment (volatility of prices, supply & demand mismatches) are coupled with those coming from the broader energy sector (climate change policies, changes in the energy mix, developments of new energy sources, etc). In such context TGP helps to ensure growth and profitability to a key segment of the business in order to reach the objective of Carbon Neutrality by 2050.

Our Culture:
We are committed to meet the energy needs of a growing population while fulfilling our ambition to be a major player in the energy transition. The volatility of the energy trading markets requires excellence in risk management and a culture of innovation.

Our people flourish in an environment that promotes expertise, entrepreneurship spirit, agility and a purpose-driven culture, generating boundless opportunities to learn, grow and achieve collaborative success while ensuring safety in all our operations.

We look for passion, ambition and open-mindedness. While we evolve in a demanding and ever-changing industry, we cultivate a friendly workplace where team spirit and respect guide our daily routine, and where the diversity of our people and their skills create a nourishing experience for all of us.