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
Company Overview
The California Energy Commission is the state's primary energy policy and planning agency. Created by the Legislature in 1974 and located It was founded in 1974, and is headquartered in Sacramento, California, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://www.energy.ca.gov.