Deployment Design Manager

Location

This position requires a full-time onsite presence in Durham, NC.

NOTE: We are only able to consider candidates who are U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents (green card holders) and who do not require current or future visa sponsorship of any sort.

We’re seeking a Deployment Design Manager to lead the execution of EV charging station design projects. This role is focused on managing 20–30 active projects at a time, driving them from Diligence handoff through initial AHJ submission, and ensuring alignment with IONNA’s brand, product intent, and technical standards.

This is a hands‑on, in‑office role that requires strong project ownership, vendor coordination, and attention to detail. While the role is primarily focused on execution, there may be opportunities to influence design standards and team growth over time.

• Kick off and manage external design vendors across site, architectural, and low‑voltage and other scopes of work
• Ensure design outputs align with guidance set by the IONNA product team, brand standards, and properly address existing site conditions
• Review and redline construction documents (CDs) for accuracy and completeness
• Drive vendors to collaborate effectively
• Prepare AHJ submission packages, including LOAs, signatures, and landlord reviews
• Participate in pre‑application meetings when required
• Drive projects toward first AHJ submission and handoff to the Site Development team
• Maintain organized project files and enforce documentation standards

• Project Throughput: Number of sites successfully submitted to AHJ for 1st time on a weekly basis
• CD review turnaround time: Average elapsed time from A&E submission to review complete for each CD package.
• Submission Completeness: Number of complete submissions divided by number of total submissions measured monthly

• Background in architectural design or related disciplines
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in EV charging infrastructure and site design
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Confluence, and PM tools
• Experience reviewing/redlining drawings and producing quick sketches or layouts
• Excellent documentation and file management skills
• Process‑driven, proactive, and detail‑oriented
• Experience coordinating across multiple vendors and scopes

• 5+ years of experience in EV charging infrastructure and site design
• 3D visualization skills (e.g., Rhino, Vray) and Adobe Creative Suite
• Familiarity with zoning, ADA compliance, and permitting workflows

IONNA offers competitive base salary, bonus programs, comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), and paid holidays. Base salaries are based on factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, certifications and specific work location.

IONNA is committed to an inclusive and diverse team. IONNA is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any legally protected status.