The Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC) is the backbone of Massachusetts’ municipal utilities — empowering local communities with reliable, affordable, and increasingly innovative power supply solutions. As the energy landscape accelerates into a more complex, technology-driven future, we’re expanding our capabilities and growing an ambitious Market Management & Planning team ready to meet that challenge.

We are seeking a Lead Commodities Analyst to help shape the strategic direction of our Members’ power supply portfolios. This role goes beyond analysis — it is a chance to influence market strategy, optimize resources, and drive decisions that directly support the long-term resilience of municipal utilities across Massachusetts. If you thrive at the intersection of data, strategy, and emerging technology, this is a meaningful opportunity to make an impact.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Power Supply Strategy & Development

• Build, evolve, and broaden MMWEC’s short- and mid-term power supply programs.
• Present physical and financial supply strategies and hedging options to Member Systems.
• Define Member risk tolerance and structure transactions that promote stability and flexibility.
• Apply energy derivative pricing knowledge to optimize optionality and resource positioning.

Power Portfolio Management

• Conduct structured analysis of Member resource mixes, identifying risks and diversification opportunities.
• Monitor fuel inputs, forward markets, and utilization trends to reduce or stabilize power costs.
• Implement strategies that reduce exposure, optimize resources, and meet budget targets.
• Provide regular portfolio reviews and establish hedge/exposure targets within risk parameters.

Asset Optimization & ISO-NE Market Operations

• Develop and execute strategies to maximize the economic and operational value of Member and MMWEC assets across ISO-NE markets (capacity, reserves, regulation, and more).
• Report gross margins and asset economics with accuracy and insight.
• Serve as backup bidder for Stony Brook and MMWEC assets in Day-Ahead and Real-Time markets.
• Oversee Peak Alert and Remote Dispatch operations and communicate economic outcomes to Members.
• Manage REC trading, procurement, and retirement in alignment with Member strategies.

Reporting & Forecasting

• Prepare and analyze Power Portfolio Cost Reports, Power Cost Forecasts, and Asset Performance Reports.
• Communicate performance results to Member Systems and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and quality of all distributed data.

Rotational & Daily Operations

• Perform Daily Peak Demand Forecasting and Remote Dispatch duties.
• Participate in daily rotational responsibilities including bidding, peak alert forecasting, and EV charging scheduling.
• Support special projects and emerging initiatives as assigned.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in math, science, engineering, economics, or a related technical discipline.
• 3–7 years of relevant experience in energy markets, commodities, analytics, or similar fields.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel required; SQL or other database experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret conflicting data.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage deadlines and Member expectations effectively.
• Integrity, reliability, and a detail-oriented mindset.

MMWEC offers a competitive salary and benefits package including robust medical and dental benefits with low employee cost, a savings retirement plan with a 6% company contribution and up to an additional 3% company match, earned vacation time, sick time, and 11 paid holidays. Our company prides itself in creating an environment that challenges employees to be passionate, energetic, proactive, and progressive.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!

Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC) eagerly accepts applications for employment from all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, GINA, marital status, gender identity, age, ancestry, veteran status, mental or physical disability, and political belief or affiliation.

About Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC)

The Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC) is a leader in the energy industry, dedicated to supporting Massachusetts municipal utilities with innovative, sustainable, and reliable energy solutions. With nearly 50 years of public power joint action, MMWEC prides itself on its forward-thinking strategies, collaborative approach, and commitment to serving local communities.

We are seeking a Lead Commodities Analyst to help shape the strategic direction of our Members’ power supply portfolios. This role goes beyond analysis — it is a chance to influence market strategy, optimize resources, and drive decisions that directly support the long-term resilience of municipal utilities across Massachusetts. If you thrive at the intersection of data, strategy, and emerging technology, this is a meaningful opportunity to make an impact.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Power Supply Strategy & Development:

• Build, evolve, and broaden MMWEC’s short- and mid-term power supply programs.
• Present physical and financial supply strategies and hedging options to Member Systems.
• Define Member risk tolerance and structure transactions that promote stability and flexibility.
• Apply energy derivative pricing knowledge to optimize optionality and resource positioning.

Power Portfolio Management:

• Conduct structured analysis of Member resource mixes, identifying risks and diversification opportunities.
• Monitor fuel inputs, forward markets, and utilization trends to reduce or stabilize power costs.
• Implement strategies that reduce exposure, optimize resources, and meet budget targets.
• Provide regular portfolio reviews and establish hedge/exposure targets within risk parameters.

Asset Optimization & ISO-NE Market Operations:

• Develop and execute strategies to maximize the economic and operational value of Member and MMWEC assets across ISO-NE markets (capacity, reserves, regulation, and more).
• Report gross margins and asset economics with accuracy and insight.
• Serve as backup bidder for Stony Brook and MMWEC assets in Day-Ahead and Real-Time markets.
• Oversee Peak Alert and Remote Dispatch operations and communicate economic outcomes to Members.
• Manage REC trading, procurement, and retirement in alignment with Member strategies.

Reporting & Forecasting:

• Prepare and analyze Power Portfolio Cost Reports, Power Cost Forecasts, and Asset Performance Reports.
• Communicate performance results to Member Systems and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and quality of all distributed data.

Rotational & Daily Operations:

• Perform Daily Peak Demand Forecasting and Remote Dispatch duties.
• Participate in daily rotational responsibilities including bidding, peak alert forecasting, and EV charging scheduling.
• Support special projects and emerging initiatives as assigned.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in math, science, engineering, economics, or a related technical discipline.
• 3–7 years of relevant experience in energy markets, commodities, analytics, or similar fields.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel required; SQL or other database experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret conflicting data.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage deadlines and Member expectations effectively.
• Integrity, reliability, and a detail-oriented mindset.

MMWEC offers a competitive salary and benefits package including robust medical and dental benefits with low employee cost, a savings retirement plan with a 6% company contribution and up to an additional 3% company match, earned vacation time, sick time, and 11 paid holidays. Our company prides itself in creating an environment that challenges employees to be passionate, energetic, proactive, and progressive.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC) eagerly accepts applications for employment from all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, GINA, marital status, gender identity, age, ancestry, veteran status, mental or physical disability, and political belief or affiliation.

About Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC)

The Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC) is a leader in the energy industry, dedicated to supporting Massachusetts municipal utilities with innovative, sustainable, and reliable energy solutions. With nearly 50 years of public power joint action, MMWEC prides itself on its forward-thinking strategies, collaborative approach, and commitment to serving local communities.

Working under the immediate supervision of the Control Room Operator and the Shift Supervisor, you will be the eyes and ears of the plant floor. You will play a critical role in monitoring systems, anticipating issues before they escalate, and maintaining the continuous, safe output of our facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Safe Operations: Operate all auxiliary equipment and boilers associated with the Stony Brook Power Plant safely and efficiently, strictly following established operating procedures.
• Vigilant Monitoring: Patrol and inspect operating equipment, recognize abnormal conditions quickly, and verify the automatic starting of standby equipment.
• Manual Control: Manually control flows, levels, temperatures, speeds, and pressures when required, including systems normally controlled automatically.
• Corrective Action: Take immediate, decisive action to prevent damage to company property or injury to personnel. Escalate uncorrectable abnormal conditions to the Control Room Operator or Shift Supervisor.
• Equipment Management: Perform all necessary operations to safely isolate equipment for maintenance and restore equipment back to service.
• Accurate Record-Keeping: Maintain an accurate, thorough auxiliary logbook detailing operating temperatures, pressures, fluid levels, and other critical metrics.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Licensing:This position requires a minimum of a Massachusetts Second-Class Fireman's license.  First Class Fireman’s license or higher is preferred
• Technical Knowledge: Broad and thorough understanding of the operation of steam boilers, pumps, heat exchanging equipment, associated cooling systems, and related auxiliaries.

• Safety-First Mindset: Strong ability to follow rigorous procedures without deviation during normal operations, and the critical thinking skills to respond to emergencies.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Ability to perform strenuous physical activities, including opening/closing large valves and safely climbing on, in, and around heavy industrial equipment.
• Comfortable working in a power plant environment, which often includes disagreeable working conditions such as fluctuating temperatures, noise, and industrial settings.

Ludlow, MA

$106,000-$120,000

MMWEC is seeking a dynamic Human Resources Manager to lead and direct the administrative functions of its Human Resources Department, including recruiting, policies and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and Administer Human Resource Functions: Manage human resource activities, including the complete employee lifecycle, benefit and appraisal programs, and the bargaining unit agreement
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with laws, regulations and company policies, personal information and data breach laws; maintain records in accordance with established laws and procedures
• Staffing and Recruiting: Manage and direct the process to evaluate and acquire staffing resources needed to meet the needs of the organization

You’re a Great Fit if You Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field and 5-10 years of job-related experience
• Knowledge of labor laws, requirements and best practices
• Leadership and project management experience
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop robust working relationships at all levels of the organization
• The ability to maintain confidentiality

Why Join MMWEC?

• Impactful work powering Massachusetts communities through sustainable energy.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical and dental with low employee costs from day one.
• Retirement Security: 6% company contribution plus up to a 3% company match.
• Generous Time Off: 11 paid holidays plus earned vacation and sick time.
• Professional Growth: Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at MMWEC.

Massachusetts Municipal Wholesale Electric Company (MMWEC) is an equal opportunity employer. We accept applications from all qualified persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.