Alternative Fuels Project Specialist

Position Summary:

This role will work closely with the Penske Transportation Solutions facilities and operations teams in installation, operation, and maintenance of ZEV infrastructure and supporting systems. The Project Leader will be responsible for overseeing the operation and maintenance programs related to the Penske ZEV infrastructure. The Project Leader will use their analytic and problem-solving skills to develop persuasive value propositions and creative solutions for EVSE equipment and system optimization. Working alongside the ZEV leadership team, the Project Leader will support the decision-makers of current and future infrastructure projects to align with Penske Truck Leasing initiatives. The Project Leader will also support the EV Facilities Team in ZEV feasibility studies, scenario planning, utility and energy availability, and grants and funding.

Major Responsibilities:

• Engage vendors, utilities, and internal customers to understand the needs and requirements including collection, coordination and preparation of required documentation and resolution of discrepancies.
• Develop/build impactful data-based presentations conveying to PTS all elements of the ZEV infrastructure program to include budget, operational, maintenance metrics.
• Interface closely with and foster collaboration between multiple Penske departments, Penske Energy, and vendor partners to quickly achieve cohesive customer-focused solutions.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of the existing and emerging ZEV EVSE equipment and supporting data systems
• Organize, plan, and execute project reporting for both executive and operational levels to support best-case decision making for ZEV projects.
• Support revenue and budget targets through analytical data collection, review and report out as it relates to Business Plan and regulations
• Other projects and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree required in Data engineering, business and/or technical engineering.
• Preferred: Product (Pragmatic, Agile, etc.); Process (Six Sigma, Lean, etc.); Project (PMI, etc.)
• Green Belt /Black Belt skills and certification a plus
• Minimum 3 years experience of project management or analytics roles in a service, transportation, or renewable energy field is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years experience in ZEV or similar knowledge of the industry and regulations driving adoption.
• Experience managing projects and data is required; formal training in this area is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Strong reporting and analytic skills
• Active listening and critical thinking skills
• Experience in consulting or training
• Knowledge and understanding of the transportation industry
• Strong desire to learn and understand the emerging vehicle and charging technologies
• Strong presentation and meeting facilitation skills
• Effective and strong communication skills, including oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work efficiently and independently with strong attention to detail
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job
• Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background investigation (to include past employment, education, and criminal history) and drug screening are required.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The associate will be required to: read; communicate verbally and/or in written form; remember and analyze certain information; and remember and understand certain instructions or guidelines.

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate may be required to stand, walk, and sit. The associate is frequently required to use hands to touch, handle, and feel, and to reach with hands and arms. The associate must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25lbs/12kg.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions

Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward. With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success. Visit Go Penske to learn more.

Job Category: Other Corporate

Job Family: Operations

Address: 100 Gundy Drive

Primary Location: US-PA-Reading

Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.

Req ID: 2415838