Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Analyst
California Energy Commission is a diverse state agency focused on creating a clean energy future. They are seeking an Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Analyst to perform engineering analyses and collaborate with industry leaders to influence the evolution of electric vehicle technologies.
Responsibilities
- Perform engineering analyses and calculations for EV infrastructure and emerging technologies
- Evaluate technologies across all electric transportation sectors
- Collaborate with industry leaders—automakers (OEMs), charger manufacturers, and suppliers—to assess real-world data and specifications
- Analyze cost-effectiveness, lifecycle impacts, and performance trade-offs
- Deliver insights that drive smarter investments and better technology adoption
Skills
- Equivalent to graduation from a curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology with major work in environmental, chemical, electrical, sanitary, civil, mechanical, air resources, or a related engineering field
- Registration as a senior in such a curriculum will admit the applicant to the examination, but the applicant must produce evidence of graduation before becoming eligible for appointment
- Possession of a valid certificate as an engineer-in-training as issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers may be substituted for the required education
- Vehicle-Grid Integration Expertise
- Knowledge of managed charging, demand response, and smart charging
- Familiarity with V2G/V2X technologies and programs like ELRP
- Understanding of grid interconnection and real-world system capabilities
- Experience with EV charging communication protocols (OCPP, ISO 15118, OCPI)
- Insight into how standards impact interoperability, load management, and user experience
- Familiarity with California's clean transportation ecosystem
- Understanding of regulatory and program drivers shaping the EV market
- Ability to connect technical analysis with policy goals and real-world impact
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