Electrify America · 2 days ago
Contract Power Distribution Engineer
United States
Full-time, Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expElectrify America is committed to revolutionizing the way people charge, being the largest open DC fast charging network in the country. The Contract Power Distribution Engineer will lead efforts in industrializing the Energy Controller Box, ensuring UL certification, and managing Electric Utility and Authority Having Jurisdiction engagement for site installations.
AutomotiveCharging InfrastructureElectric VehicleEnergyEnergy Management
Responsibilities
Drive the industrialization of the Energy Controller Box from prototype to production
Ensure compliance with UL and other relevant standards for safety and reliability
Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to meet certification requirements
Support integration of the Energy Controller with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Provide the hardware and firmware system engineering power distribution expertise for scalable solutions
Lead efforts to engage utilities and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) for site approvals
Manage interconnection and new service applications with utilities
Serve as technical liaison during permitting and compliance processes
Provide engineering support for the MegaBESS program and other related initiatives
Assist in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues during deployment
Lead relationships with construction management firms, contractors/sub-contractors to perform cost-effective and high-quality installations
Spearhead the review of engineering, construction and program-level campaign contracts
Manage electrical design elements of utility coordination to create and leverage strong relationships with electric utilities to support rapid utility design, construction and energization of projects
Act as a subject matter expect for executives in providing technical and construction expertise including ensuring company-wide adherence to all design and constructions standards and processes
Travel as needed to oversee field-team progress, and documents evidence of program progress, adherence to project management processes and ensures rigorous quality and safety controls
Qualification
Required
5-7 years of relevant experience needed to perform the job
BS degree in Electrical Engineering
5+ years in hardware engineering, power systems, or energy storage solutions
Electrical distribution system experience with engineering background
Familiarity with utility interconnection requirements and permitting processes
Electric Utility Design & Engagement Experience [5+ Years]
Understanding of Battery Energy Storage Systems [BESS]
Understanding of Utility Interconnection Applications
Electrical contracting and construction experience
Understanding of switchboard sizing and design
Understanding on Civil/Electrical Engineering and Architectural Plans
Strong understanding of utility transformer sizing
Demonstrated record of precision & integrity in past work assignments
Excellent communication skills to explain technical specifics to peers and customers
Self-motivation to keep up with current electrical advances using new technologies
Understanding of the NEC, UL, NESC, IEEE
Preferred
Experience with UL certification processes and industrialization of electrical products
Previous experience with EMS or Load Management implementation
Familiarity with AHJ approval processes and utility engagement strategies
Understanding of Utility Construction and Processes
Working knowledge of program/project management software
Construction Estimator Experience [5+ Years]
Understanding of EV Charging Equipment and its components
Ability to stamp/seal electrical drawings with state license for submittal to AHJ for review
Ability to use drafting software [example CAD]
Extensive experience with multimillion-dollar infrastructure projects
Ability to support tech team in a lab environment testing equipment
Time-management skills for meeting deadlines
Understanding of single line diagrams and ability to create
Company
Electrify America
Electrify America provides a network of convenient fast-charging stations to power electric vehicles. It is a sub-organization of Volkswagen Group of America.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (6)
2024 (7)
2023 (3)
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$450.74MKey Investors
PennDOTSiemens Financial Services
2023-08-15Grant· $0.74M
2022-06-28Corporate Round· $450M
Leadership Team
Robert Barrosa
President & CEO
Recent News
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