Manager, EV and Infrastructure Policy
Yesterday• Warren, MI
Description
Role Summary
The Manager, EV and Infrastructure Policy leads GM's public policy and regulatory strategy for EV charging, grid integration, and advanced transportation infrastructure , with a focus on nurturing the growing EV market and enabling profitable EV and energy solutions through supportive policies, standards, and utility/regulatory frameworks at a national, state, and local level.This role centers on:
- Public charging infrastructure policy (NEVI, EVC-RAA, state and utility programs)
- Utility and regulator engagement (PUCs, DOE, DOT, state energy offices, utilities, and regional grid stakeholders)
- Charging standards and interoperability (SAE J3400/NACS, AutoCharge, ISO 15118, OCPP, Plug & Charge)
- Vehicle-grid integration (managed charging, V2H/V2G, distributed energy resources, residential storage)
- EV/Battery safety regulatory frameworks , positioning GM as a leader in EV safety
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The Manager develops and executes strategies that benefit GM's customers and improve the EV customer experience by aligning policy and regulatory outcomes with GM's EV and GM Energy product roadmaps, capital plans, and commercial priorities . The Manager also serves as a visible GM voice in industry and government forums on charging and grid integration. Externally, the Manager will represent GM with regulators, policymakers, NGOs, trade associations, and other stakeholders.
Role is based at the GM Global Technical Center in Warren, MI with flexibility for a hybrid schedule consistent with GM policy. Occasional domestic travel may be required.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Develop and evolve GM positions on:
- Public EV charging infrastructure (DCFC and Level 2), corridor and community charging, and multi-family/commercial charging.
- Federal and state funding programs (e.g., NEVI, CFI, EVC-RAA, state EV infrastructure grants, utility make-ready programs).
- Charging and grid standards (SAE J3400/NACS, CCS, ISO 15118/Plug & Charge, OCPP 2.0.1, interoperability and cyber/privacy frameworks).
- Vehicle-grid integration and distributed energy resources , including managed charging, V2H/V2G, and residential/commercial battery storage.
- EV/Battery Safety, including evolving regulatory frameworks
- Policy development & analysis
- Develop/evolve GM policy positions on EV charging , EV/battery/charging incentives, and EV and battery safety
- Analyze and summarize legislative, regulatory, and funding proposals from DOE, EPA, DOT, FHWA, State legislatures and regulatory commissions (PUCs), regional grid operators and utility programs: identify risks and opportunities for GM's EV and energy businesses.
- Draft and coordinate written comments, briefing materials, and regulatory/legislative text , including technical appendices on charging standards, reliability metrics, and grid integration use cases.
- Cross-functional Leadership and Coordination
- Lead or support cross-functional working groups (e.g., Public Charging, EV/battery safety) to align GM positions across sales, engineering, safety, GM Energy, finance, and legal.
- Partner closely with: GM Energy product and engineering teams (home, commercial, fleet, and grid solutions), EV and charging program teams (public charging partnerships, joint ventures, dealer programs), R&D, Legal , Product Safety, Finance, Communications, and regional teams.
- Coordinate internal priority-setting , ensuring that policy and regulatory work. Supports GM Energy and EV product plans and launches , Aligns with capital deployment for infrastructure and grid-integrated product, and Reflects customer experience and reliability expectations for charging and V2H/V2G.
- External engagement and advocacy
- Represent GM in trade associations, coalitions, NGOs, and technical forums on topics such as low-carbon fuels, EV safety, road funding, and clean transportation standards.
- Engage directly with regulators, legislators, and executive-branch officials to communicate GM positions and provide technical and policy input.
- Lead GM's participation strategy in public workshops, hearings, conferences, and working groups
- Strategic counseling and communications
- Provide timely policy intelligence and strategic counsel to senior leaders on emerging EV, charging and energy policy trends, including scenarios and risk/opportunity assessments.
- Prepare internal education materials (presentations, FAQs, issue briefs) to support GM understanding of EV charging incentives, charging reliability and customer-experience metrics.
- Contribute to reputation-building by supporting communications and outreach that highlight GM's leadership in EVs, safety, and community investment.
- Support external communications efforts that highlight:
- GM's leadership in reliable, customer-centric charging ,
- GM Energy's role in grid-integrated solutions (managed charging, V2H/V2G, storage)
- GM's collaboration with utilities, agencies, and industry partners.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Public Policy, Political Science, Environmental Science, Economics, Business, or a related field .
- 5+ years of relevant experience in EV charging, utility/energy policy, utility EV policy, regulatory affairs, or transportation/energy infrastructure , with:
- Direct experience engaging with public utility commissions and/or state and federal energy/transportation agencies ,
- Demonstrated ownership of complex charging or grid-integration policy files , dockets, or projects.
- Strong understanding of at least two of the following areas (with ability to quickly deepen in others):
- Public EV charging infrastructure programs (NEVI, CFI, state and utility make-ready and incentive programs),
- Charging standards and interoperability (NACS/SAE J3400, CCS, ISO 15118, OCPP, Plug & Charge),
- Utility rate design, managed charging, and V2H/V2G concepts `
- Grid integration of distributed energy resources , including residential or commercial storage.
- Highly developed oral and written communication skills , including:
- Translating complex technical and regulatory concepts into clear narratives for executives and external stakeholders,
- Drafting persuasive and technically rigorous comments, briefs, and presentations.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional work , manage multiple concurrent efforts, and drive to decisions in ambiguous and fast-evolving policy environments.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills , with experience:
- Assessing complex, multi-stakeholder policy proposals,
- Identifying practical, implementable solutions where clear precedents may not exist.
- Demonstrated relationship-building and influencing skills with internal teams and external stakeholders (utilities, regulators, agencies, standards bodies, NGOs, and industry partners).
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Public Policy, Law, Business, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline .
- Direct experience with one or more of the following:
- Design or execution of NEVI/CFI or similar infrastructure funding programs ,
- Utility managed charging or V2G/V2H pilots ,
- Standards development or implementation related to EV charging (SAE, ISO/IEC, CharIN, OCPP),
- Cybersecurity and privacy frameworks for charging and grid-connected assets.
- Track record of public speaking or panel leadership on EV charging, infrastructure, or grid-integration topics.
- Demonstrated ability to synthesize input from multiple technical and policy stakeholders and recommend clear courses of action under tight timelines.
- High level of initiative, persistence, and judgment , with a strong sense of ownership for outcomes and comfort operating in a rapidly evolving EV and energy landscape.
This position offers the opportunity to be a core driver of GM's charging and grid-integration strategy , shaping the policies, standards, and partnerships that will define the next generation of EV and GM Energy solutions .
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This role is based remotely, but if the selected candidate lives within a specific mile radius of a GM hub, they will be expected to report to the location three times a week {or other frequency dictated by your manager}.
The selected candidate will be required to travel < 25% for this role.
This job may be eligible for relocation benefits.
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Client-provided location(s): Warren, MI
Job ID: General_Motors-JR-202608198
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-04-17T23:58:49
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Adoption Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Stock Purchase Program
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
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- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Woman founded/led
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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