About IONNA:
Welcome to IONNA, the joint venture founded by eight global automotive leaders, including BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, and Toyota. At IONNA, we're revolutionizing the EV charging landscape in North America by creating a high-powered charging network that's set to redefine the way we drive.
Our Mission:
We're on a mission to make EV charging reliable, accessible, and convenient. With a commitment to deploying a minimum of 30,000 chargers, we're shaping the future of electric mobility, exceeding industry standards and leading the charge toward a sustainable, zero-emission tomorrow.
Why Join IONNA:
- Pioneering Spirit: Be part of a groundbreaking joint venture that is aiming to change the driving experience in North America.
- Innovation Hub: Immerse yourself in cutting-edge technology and redefine the future of EVs.
- Sustainability Focus: Contribute to a greener planet by powering our stations exclusively with renewable energy.
- Dynamic Culture: Join a passionate team committed to shaping the landscape of electric mobility.
- Endless Opportunities: Grow professionally in an industry that's set to reshape the automotive world.
Join IONNA and be a driving force in the EV revolution. Your journey starts here.
Role Description
We are seeking a dynamic and proactive Development Manager to join our team, focusing on initial site due diligence, site designs – electrical, civil, and structural, estimating, utility coordination, and permits for Electric Vehicle (EV) fast charging infrastructure deployment.
As part of the Operations team, this role will de-risk any site issues through due diligence, determine optimal site designs to deliver a best-in-class charging experience while reducing construction costs and lead all AHJ + utility engagement to secure permits and new or upgraded utility service for each site.
Role Attributes
- Support deployment and execution for DC fast charging installations through front-end site assessment, overall design packages, initial cost estimating, site permitting, and utility coordination.
- Develop standard site designs based on pre-defined site archetypes.
- Work with the landlords to modify site designs and/or develop new site designs to accommodate potential site constraints.
- Manage vendor partners responsible for engineered construction drawings.
- Review plans for right-of-way/easement/property acquisitions at a project level.
- Serve as the main point of contact with utility companies to submit applications for service and manage the utility upgrade process.
- Serve as the main point of contact with each site’s AHJ’s and manage the permitting process.
- Review and approve any changes to site designs at a project level.
- Lead continuous improvement of the site design process to continually improve speed to market and charging customer experience.
- Facilitate field site visits for due diligence on construction, engineering, utility, and cost. Provide site reports and sketches as needed
Education/Experience Expectations
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in site design and construction required
- Associate's or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture or related field from an accredited program
- General understanding of site design, utility requirements, AHJ permitting process and construction plan preparation
- Proficiency or familiarity with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office suite of programs
- A background in leading charging network deployment as well as an understanding of the current public fast charging landscape is highly desirable
- Exceptional communication and project management skills to effectively progress discussions with important stakeholders