Senior Transportation Electrification Specialist

California Energy Commission; California (MO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

California Energy Commission in Sacramento is hiring a Senior Transportation Electrification Specialist in the Energy Systems & Transportation Branch. The role provides technical leadership in planning, development, and implementation of RDD&D and other activities related to transportation electrification, vehicle-grid integration, and zero-emission vehicles.

ESTB supports emerging technologies to enable a clean, reliable energy system, deploying over $200 million annually to advance innovation

Qualifications

• Knowledge of transportation electrification policy and planning.
• Experience with vehicle-grid integration technologies and EV charging infrastructure.
• Familiarity with electricity system planning and operation.
• Ability to provide expert consultative services on feasibility and impact.
• Ability to manage complex energy RDD&D and deployment projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for diverse teams.
• Ability to analyze data and present actionable recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver timely work.
• Strong written and verbal communication for reports and presentations.
• Experience with MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint or equivalent.

Skills

Transportation electrification

Vehicle-grid integration

Policy development

Project management

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Report writing

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Do you have experience overseeing innovative programs or projects related to clean energy, clean transportation, and/or electric power systems? California Energy Commission (CEC) is hiring a Senior Transportation Electrification Specialist in the Energy Systems & Transportation Branch (ESTB) of the Energy Research & Development Division (ERDD).

The Senior Transportation Electrification Specialist will provide technical leadership in the planning, development, and implementation of the California Energy Commission’s (CEC) research, development, demonstration, and deployment (RDD&D) and other activities related to transportation electrification, vehicle-grid integration, and zero-emission vehicles and infrastructure. This opportunity is an Electric Generation System Program Specialist II (EGSPS II) state classification.

ESTB supports the development of emerging technologies to enable a clean, reliable, and affordable energy system. The Transportation Unit within ESTB is responsible for overseeing a portfolio of RDD&D efforts focused on innovations that support transportation electrification, vehicle-grid integration, and the adoption of zero-emission vehicles.

Energy Research & Development Division (ERDD) deploys over $200 million annually to advance technology innovation and research supporting the state’s clean energy and climate goals, including in the areas of renewable energy supply, building and industrial decarbonization, sustainable transportation, energy storage, energy distribution, resilience and reliability, and carbon management.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Substantial knowledge of research, planning, and policy development around transportation electrification, vehicle-grid integration, and zero-emission vehicles and infrastructure.
• Ability to analyze and assess innovative vehicle-grid integration technologies and policy frameworks; standards and practices governing deployment and operation of electric vehicle chargers and related electrical infrastructure; and electric grid planning processes and methodologies for transportation electrification.
• Familiarity with electricity system planning and operation.
• Ability to provide expert consultative services on the feasibility, impact, or potential of a variety of decisions affecting programs, projects, and proposals.
• Ability to manage complex energy research, development, demonstration, and deployment projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work within a diverse team environment.
• Ability to evaluate data and develop alternatives or recommendations based on findings.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize work activities, and deliver high-quality, timely work products.
• Ability to communicate effectively and prepare clear, concise, complete, and technically accurate reports, presentations, and correspondence.
• Ability to review and communicate complicated information in a simple, public-friendly manner.
• Experience working with computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, and other applications.

Required Application Package Documents

• Cover Letter – One page on why you are the best candidate
• Statement of Qualifications (see CalCareers post)
• Resume

Final Filing Deadline: August 28th, 2026 (11:59pm Pacific Time)

For any questions about the position or application process please contact the California Energy Commission recruitment team at energy.ca.gov