Renewable electricity is the defining energy of the 21st century. In response, TotalEnergies is investing heavily in solar and wind power generation as well as battery energy‑storage assets, with the ambition of becoming one of the world’s top five renewable‑energy producers by 2030. The U.S. electricity markets are a strategic priority for both the Company and its Gas, Renewables & Power (GRP) branch, complementing its well‑established gas and broader commodities businesses. Their diversity and complexity demand deep expertise in U.S. power‑market dynamics, along with strong capabilities in risk management, position oversight, and compliance.
TotalEnergies Gas & Power North America (TGPNA), the Company’s U.S. trading affiliate within the GRP organization, supports this ambition through marketing and trading, transportation, storage, export, and other commercial activities across the U.S. energy value chain. Its portfolio spans natural gas, natural gas liquids, power, and environmental products—each essential to TotalEnergies’ global integrated strategy. Operating within the fast‑moving and highly competitive U.S. energy markets, the U.S. Trading Origination Team, part of the Trading Energy Management (TEM) business unit, plays a central role in developing and executing the TEM strategy and advancing TotalEnergies’ broader goal of becoming a multi‑energy company focused on the energies of the future.
ActivitiesThe Power Originator is responsible for supporting the U.S. Power Trading Origination Strategy by identifying, developing, and executing short‑ and long‑term power transactions of varying complexity. The role focuses on structuring and negotiating transactions for the purchase and sale of energy, capacity, and renewable products and services, with a strong emphasis on customized solutions for both internal and external customers. In addition, the Power Originator will help source and negotiate contracts for flexible assets—such as batteries, CCGTs, and demand‑response resources—to effectively balance portfolio exposures.
Success in this role requires developing a deep understanding of the Company’s broader U.S. energy strategy and translating it into a portfolio of products and services that advance corporate objectives. The Power Originator will work directly with IPPs and renewable‑energy producers, energy funds, load‑serving entities, generation developers, and industrial and commercial customers to implement this strategy within the Company’s core operating regions. The position involves direct engagement with internal and external stakeholders, managing relationships from initial contact through contract execution and ongoing portfolio management. Internally, the Originator must coordinate closely with multiple trading desks and key functions—including credit, finance, legal, and management at both local and global levels—to bring transactions from concept to completion.
Financials: The Power Originator will actively contribute, alongside the Head of Power Origination US, to delivering the U.S. Global Origination budget of approximately $60M per year in P&L, as well as supporting $1B in annual business flows and group infrastructure commitments.
Key Responsibilities:
Work with the Head of Power Origination to originate, pursue, and execute a variety of power transactions that support the Company’s power‑growth strategy:Identify potential transactions with renewable developers, generation owners, and storage developers; structure, negotiate, and close supply deals aligned with strategic supply targetsCollaborate with load‑serving entities, commercial customers, and industrial customers to develop energy and risk‑management products tailored to their operational and renewable‑compliance needsPartner with other members of the Origination Team to analyze revenue and profit potential of structured transactionsIdentify product and deal structures that optimize opportunities around existing power assets and portfolios, and market these solutions to internal and external customers
Directly influence and support the Power Origination portfolio and performance:Track customers, sales opportunities, and market intelligence to strengthen the Origination Team’s market knowledge and positioningHelp develop, test, and maintain trading tools and models supporting counterparty deals, structured transactions, and long‑term analysisInitiate and support the design of customized power‑product offerings for internal portfolio needs and select external customersManage internal and external customer relationships:Maintain strong working relationships with internal teams including risk control, finance, HR, compliance, and legalRepresent TotalEnergies at conferences and industry events to reinforce the Company’s presence and reputation in the U.S. power marketWork closely and coordinate with TGPNA and GRP (Europe) front‑office and support desks to:Identify risks and opportunities within the portfolioImprove coordination, share tools, and exchange best practicesSupport efforts to streamline and optimize workflows
Accountabilities:
Comply with the Code of Conduct, Compliance Manual, and all Company and Group policies and procedures.Lead project and deal origination efforts by identifying, evaluating, structuring, negotiating, and executing a variety of power‑related transactions.Manage and develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders, with a focus on expanding the portfolio of power customers.Propose profitable or cost‑saving transactions that optimize the asset portfolio and create value for the Group.Interface with various desks to ensure best practices are maintained across commercial and operational activities.Coordinate with front office teams and all relevant support functions to ensure smooth implementation and ongoing operation of contracts originated by the Power Origination desk.Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of financial‑market regulations in all relevant operating markets. Candidate Profile Undergraduate degree in economics, finance, business administration, or a related field.Minimum of 7 years of professional experience, including at least 5 years in a commercial function within an energy‑commodity environment.Experience in trading, marketing, operations, and risk management within wholesale electricity markets.Strong knowledge of U.S. electricity markets, with emphasis on ERCOT, PJM, and/or CAISO.Demonstrated sales skills and a proven ability to develop and grow relationships with power‑market counterparties.Ability to perform effectively under pressure in a fast‑moving environment.Creative, highly proactive, and capable of working independently to deliver results.Strong analytical and organizational skills.Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI.Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication skills.Proficiency in Spanish or French is a plus. Additional Information TotalEnergies values diversity, promotes individual growth and offers equal opportunity careers.