Market Operations Engineer
Base Power Company
Location
Austin
Employment Type
Full time
Location Type
On-site
Department
Markets
About Base
Base is America’s next-generation power company. We’re rebuilding the foundation of modern civilization–electricity–by deploying a vast network of distributed batteries that is transforming today’s fragile, centralized grid into a resilient and abundant system. We are engineers, operators, and creatives solving some of the most complex, interdisciplinary challenges of our time.
About the Role
As a Market Operations Engineer at Base Power, you’ll play a critical role at the intersection of energy wholesale markets and real-time operations. You will help optimize the performance of Base’s fleet of distributed, behind-the-meter batteries across ERCOT and other markets. Your work will span ISO stakeholder engagement, technical and business analysis, and hands-on support of our real-time operations team to drive asset value.
What You'll Do
Monitor and interpret ISO protocols, regulatory updates, and market rule changes through active participation in ISO stakeholder processes.
Conduct asset deployment valuation and technical analysis to inform business development and strategic initiatives.
Develop white papers and recommendations to support market development efforts.
Collaborate with the real-time asset management team to maximize operational revenue from distributed battery fleets.
What You'll Bring
Strong first-principles thinker who favors the simplest effective solution.
Deep understanding of power systems operations at both the distribution and wholesale levels, with a passion for further developing domain expertise.
Proficient in data analysis techniques with advanced programming skills in Python, Pandas, and SQL.
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to create clear, compelling data visualizations using tools like Plotly, Matplotlib, or Grafana.
Ability to contribute to external communications and technical product engineering initiatives.
Preferred Skills
Technical background in power systems or a related field.
Experience as an energy manager or in operating grid-scale and behind-the-meter asset portfolios.
Our Values
First Principles Thinking: Question assumptions. Principles > rules.
Operate at Base Pace: Focus on what matters, act quickly, and learn by doing.
Give & Get Feedback: Be direct, be humble, and maintain a growth mindset.
Everyone’s an Owner: Follow through on commitments and own results.
Strong Opinions, Loosely Held: Drive clarity and make calls with imperfect information.
Committed to the Mission: Rebuilding the grid is a big challenge. We work hard because we care deeply about the impact we’re creating. We work in-person. It’s not a 9-to-5. We are all-in.
Fun & Optimism Coexist with Grit: Collaboration and celebration coincide with the intensity of building real things.