Business Analyst - Power Trading (SCADA & Bid-to-Bill Integration)

Company DescriptionWith over 7,000 experts in 20 countries, Talan is a global consulting and technology group dedicated to accelerating our clients' transformation through technology, data, and innovation. We're proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work and are on track to reach €1 billion in revenue by 2025. At Talan, our philosophy is simple yet powerful: Positive Innovation-leveraging technology to benefit people and society.Join us and be part of meaningful change!Job DescriptionLocation: Houston, TX (Hybrid - at least 3 days onsite/week)Visa Sponsorship: We offer sponsorship under specific treaty-based U.S. work visas, including TN and E-2 (for eligible Canadian, Mexican, and French citizens). We do not support or transfer other visa types (e.g., H-1B).We are seeking a Business Analyst with solid experience in power trading and a strong understanding of bid-to-bill systems, ideally with exposure to Hartigen. The role supports key trading technology initiatives, focusing on integrating SCADA telemetry data with trading and operational systems in the ISO/RTO markets, particularly ERCOT.You will act as a bridge between business users and IT, helping to define functional requirements, guide solution design, and ensure smooth system integration across power trading operations.Partner with power trading desks and operations to gather and analyze requirements related to bid-to-bill workflows and asset telemetry integrationDesign and document business and functional requirements for SCADA and trading system enhancementsSupport the integration of SCADA telemetry with bid-to-bill platforms (Hartigen preferred, others like Softsmiths, PowerOptix, Adapt2 also valued)Work closely with development teams on technical solution design and implementationAssist with testing, change management, and production supportManage small-scale projects or workstreams, ensuring alignment with compliance and operational needs#LI-ASDQualifications5+ years of experience in power or commodity trading with direct exposure to U.S. physical power marketsStrong knowledge of ISO/RTO trading and scheduling, with a preference for experience in ERCOTHands-on experience with bid-to-bill platforms (especially Hartigen) and integration of power assets and SCADA systemsFamiliarity with power asset types such as CCGTs, PV, or BESSProficiency in working with IT teams, writing business/functional requirements, and supporting software implementationExposure to Agile, DevOps, or modern SDLC practices is a plusDegree in business, engineering, or computer scienceFluent in English; French is a plusCompany's BenefitsAt Talan, we invest in our employees' well-being and empower them with benefits, including: Competitive salary401(k) retirement plan with company matching15 days of paid vacation per year at hire and up to 27 according to seniority (annual untaken vacation days are cashed out)8 paid holidays + 5 sick days + 2 personal days per yearCompany health, dental, and vision insurance plans + FSAVoluntary STD and LTD Commuter/transit benefitsAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Additional InformationISO/RTO, ERCOT, Softsmiths, PowerOptix, Adapt2