Volkswagen Group is seeking a Utility Operations Analyst to support Electrify America's mission to revolutionize electric vehicle charging. In this role, you will be a central source of expertise, managing technical coordination with utilities for grid interconnections and driving process improvements to accelerate implementation.

What You'll Do

Provide technical and subject matter expertise for utility operations topics.
Identify, cultivate, and manage utility relationships.
Provide central coordination between major California utilities and internal project managers on construction projects.
Work with utilities nationwide to maximize budgets, site acquisition, charger implementation, and grid interaction.
Support internal groups and external stakeholders on utility interconnection matters.
Review agreements, plans, specifications, and billings submitted by utility companies.
Support new utility account setup and ongoing account management.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with utilities and project owners.
Find efficiencies in cost structures through new delivery models and process improvements.
Manage key relationships and provide technical support and coordination with utilities (50% of time).
Provide technical utility interconnection support to operations and technical teams (40% of time).
Manage and oversee utility billing and utility line extension contracts (10% of time).

What We're Looking For

5-7 years of experience coordinating with utilities on the design and construction of new service.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field, other technical degree, or equivalent work experience.
Accomplished project management skills.
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Management, analytical, and conceptual thinking abilities.
Skills in integration, influencing, negotiation, problem-solving, and initiative.
Computer savvy and skilled in the use of software.
Working knowledge of utility distribution systems and high voltage (480v 3 phase) utility service.
Ability to understand and interpret utility design drawings.
Understanding of electrical design for high voltage equipment.
Knowledge of utilities operations and standards for new electrical service.
Ability to apply basic utility principles, practices, and regulations.
Ability to communicate utility and engineering ideas and recommendations.
Experience providing support related to utility interconnection or ongoing service.
Project management experience across all phases of the project lifecycle.
Demonstrated ability to track, escalate, and manage risks & issues.
Ability to address customer energy consumption inquiries and process utility invoices.

Nice to Have

Master’s Degree in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer).
Previous experience working with California utilities on new service applications.
Extensive knowledge of utility requirements for electrical infrastructure related to EV charging.
Working knowledge of utility procedures, rate tariffs, rules, regulations, and applicable state requirements.
Understanding of the EV Charging ecosystem (manufacturers, installers, utilities, government agencies).