Market Policy

Powerex is an active participant in many of the major market design, policy, regulatory and legal developments that are being discussed in the energy industry today. The Market Policy group is a multidisciplinary team that monitors these emerging energy trends, engages in advocacy to influence market design and coordinates Powerex’s policy strategies.

Open Roles

Roles to Expect

Take a look at potential role(s) in this department that might interest you.

Manager, Transmission Planning and Grid Innovations

Responsible for the group that assesses physical transmission problems for Powerex, specifically identifying and evaluating limits that could restrict Powerex’s ability to buy and sell electricity in the Pacific Northwest and Alberta. In addition, involved as a Powerex contact collaborating with BC Hydro Operators and Planners as well as counterparts from across the WECC on a variety of projects relating to transmission issues and system operations.

Manager, Transmission Planning and Grid Innovations

Market Policy Analyst

Monitors, evaluates and advises on the numerous policy issues relevant to Powerex’s energy trading activities.

Market Policy Analyst

Benefits of working at Powerex

We'll give you all the tools you need - leading-edge technology, flexible working conditions, training and professional development, to sharpen your skills and grow the company's bottom line - and a highly competitive Total Rewards package.

Culture

The people at Powerex are bright, entrepreneurial and team oriented. We offer a fun environment, with interesting and challenging work to flex your intellectual capacity.

Well-Being

At Powerex, we work hard, but we also care about employee well-being. We provide generous time off programs to support work/life balance, on-site fitness facilities and many health and wellness resources, including an Employee and Family Assistance Program.

Social Responsibility

Powerex employees believe in giving back. Our ‘Energy for Humanity’ team fundraises throughout the year and donates to many local charities. We also participate along with BC Hydro in the annual United Way campaign.

Compensation & Benefits

We provide a competitive direct compensation plan, with transactional roles eligible for annual performance based incentive pay. In addition, we offer a comprehensive, flexible benefit program with coverage options that work best for you. Our pension plan is a Defined Benefit plan which means that your retirement income is guaranteed based on the plan formula. It is not subject to market rate returns and is funded through equal employee and employer contributions.

Working in Downtown Vancouver

Powerex's offices are located in the heart of downtown Vancouver’s financial district. The Burrard Skytrain station is across the street, with connections to the Seabus and Westcoast Express. Head out for a run along the Stanley Park seawall at lunch, or drive 20 minutes after work and challenge yourself on the Grouse Grind. You will also find world-class restaurants in every part of the city, satisfying even the most discerning palette.

Commitment to Learning

We take continuous learning very seriously. We believe in ongoing development that helps prepare you for your current role, and for future opportunities. We foster this through a variety of avenues, including in-house and external training, tuition and accreditation support, job rotations, and mentoring and coaching.