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Electric Market Operator · Madrid - Headquarters

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added 11 days ago (last checked 6 Nov)

Solaria

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Hours: Includes night work · Includes weekends
Contract: Full-time

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Degree in Energy Resources Engineering, Fuels and Explosives Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering. Other degrees in Finance, Economics, Mathematics with knowledge of the electricity market may also be considered.
Knowledge of OMIE, REE electricity markets.
Knowledge of Python, VBA/SQL tools.
Analytical skills and ability to make quick decisions under pressure.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Advanced level of English.
Availability to work in shifts (Morning - Afternoon - Night) distributed over the 7 days of the week.

The role

Solaria Energía y Medio Ambiente, a leading company in the development and generation of renewable energy in Southern Europe, is strongly committed to actively contributing to decarbonization through a global energy model based on clean energies.

Since our beginnings in 2002, thanks to sustainable business strategy and management, we have evolved from being an industrial company specialized in the manufacturing of photovoltaic panels to becoming a company specialized in energy generation with a solid track record on the Spanish stock market, where we have been listed since 2007 and where we reached a milestone in 2020 with our inclusion in the selective IBEX 35 index.

At this time, we are looking for an Electric Market Operator who, as part of the Energy Management team, and working in shifts, will operate in the different OMIE/REE markets the assets.

What you'll do

Your main functions as an Electric Market Operator on shifts will be:

Sending bids to all OMIE/REE markets, purchase and sale transactions of electricity in spot and futures markets, optimizing revenues from the management of this energy.
Analyzing electricity market conditions (fundamentals, indicators, prices, forecasts, bids) to identify opportunities and execute in real time the different transactions in the different OMIE/REE markets, optimizing revenues from participation in the different markets.
Evaluating and managing risks associated with operations, using appropriate tools and strategies.
Real-time monitoring: performance of the regulation zone (AGC)
Generating reports on market operations, P&L reports, market analysis, performance of generation assets.
Collaborating with other teams: data analysis- IT, asset management and asset management, regulatory compliance, Origination, etc.

About Solaria

Solaria is a Spanish renewable energy company focused on the development, construction, and operation of photovoltaic solar power plants. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Madrid, it has grown into one of the leading solar energy producers in Spain and Europe, with a significant pipeline of projects in Spain, Italy, and other European countries. The company is also expanding into new areas such as data centers, leveraging its energy infrastructure expertise.

Solaria's operations are centered in Madrid, where most of its corporate and technical roles are based. The company is actively hiring for positions in legal, project management, SCADA systems, and digital transformation, reflecting its growth in both solar energy and data center development. For international professionals, Solaria offers opportunities to work in a fast-growing sector within a Spanish company, though Spanish language proficiency is often required for many roles.

Industry: Solar Energy
Founded: 2007
Employees: 500–1,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid

Good to know if you are moving

Solaria is headquartered in Madrid, and most of its open roles are based there, offering a central location for professionals relocating to Spain.
The company is a major player in the Spanish solar energy sector, providing opportunities to work on large-scale renewable energy projects.
Spanish language proficiency is typically required for most roles, as the company's operations are primarily in Spain.
Solaria is expanding into data center development, offering roles in project management and urban planning for international professionals with relevant experience.
The company offers a range of roles from legal and finance to technical engineering, suitable for various professional backgrounds.

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