Public Utilities Specialist (Trader)

Drive the Deal: Power the Pacific Northwest and Shape the Energy Market At the Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), we are the engine behind the Pacific Northwest's clean energy future. We deliver reliable, carbon-free hydroelectric power to millions of people, and our success relies on strategic, real-time decision-making. As a Public Utilities Specialist (Power Trader), you will step onto one of the most dynamic trading floors in the energy sector. Managing transactions that generate hundreds of millions of dollars annually, you will have the autonomy to negotiate complex contracts, optimize surplus power, and balance the grid. This is your chance to combine financial acumen, analytical expertise, and negotiation skills to make a massive, tangible impact on the regional economy and the green energy transition. Key Responsibilities & Impact 1. Lead Daily Power Negotiations and Maximize Revenue Serve as the principal negotiator for the purchase and sale of short-term power products (