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Spark Charge

Off-grid mobile DC fast charging provider

Permitting & Compliance Manager

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/24/2026
$110k - $125k/yr
Mid
Somerville, MA, USA
In Person
Risk & ComplianceRegulatory Compliance & Ethics

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 4 years of experience in permitting, regulatory compliance, or code compliance; experience in energy, construction, fuel/equipment, telecom, or infrastructure deployment is ideal.
  • Working knowledge of fire codes and equipment/electrical permitting requirements.
  • Experience managing multiple jurisdictions simultaneously, each with different requirements and timelines.
  • Strong project management skills to track multiple concurrent permitting workstreams without missing details.
  • Comfort working directly with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), inspectors, and fire marshals.
  • Strong written documentation skills to produce compliance records that withstand audit or legal scrutiny.
Responsibilities
  • Determine permitting requirements for each new site based on its location, equipment specifications, and site type.
  • Own the permitting timeline as a formal workstream within the New Site Launch Playbook (Phase 1C), including submission dates, expected approval dates, and risk flags.
  • Build and maintain a jurisdiction database covering permit types, timelines, fees, and known friction points by state, county, and city to speed future site launches.
  • Manage relationships with local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), fire marshals, and inspectors.
  • Act as the accountable owner for permitting status in the Phase 1 Scope & Site Design process, flagging risks before they threaten the go-live date.
  • Maintain a permitting/compliance status tracker across all active and upcoming site launches, visible to Implementation and Operations leadership.
  • Build repeatable permitting checklists and templates by site type and jurisdiction to reduce rework.
  • Ensure every launched site has a complete, retrievable compliance file containing permits, waivers, approvals, and inspection records.
  • Identify permitting bottlenecks by jurisdiction or fuel type and recommend process, vendor, or documentation changes to reduce average permitting cycle time.
  • Partner with Legal on evolving regulations that could affect site design or timelines.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in EV charging, mobile power, distributed energy, or fleet infrastructure.
  • Experience working in a fast-scaling, deployment-heavy operating environment rather than traditional, slow-moving construction permitting.
  • Background working cross-functionally with Implementation or project management teams on hard launch-date deadlines.

About the company

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Spark Charge

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SparkCharge provides mobile, off-grid DC fast charging for electric vehicles through a Charging-as-a-Service model. The company uses modular, stackable battery units called "the Roadie" to deliver power directly to vehicles, allowing users to request a charge via an app or schedule regular fleet service. Unlike traditional charging companies that require permanent, grid-tied stations, SparkCharge can deploy its portable hardware in days rather than months and bundles all costs into a fixed rate. The company's goal is to eliminate range anxiety and simplify fleet electrification by providing flexible, on-demand power without the need for expensive infrastructure.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$123.2M

Headquarters

Somerville, Massachusetts

Founded

2017

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What believers are saying

  • MassCEC awarded SparkCharge $1 million on Jan. 15, 2026 for Massachusetts deployments.
  • The Aug. 11, 2026 UK expansion opens autonomous-vehicle and industrial customers beyond North America.
  • Masters Tournament 2025 and Automotive partnerships validate deployment speed for demanding fleet operators.

What critics are saying

  • Horizon Technology Finance’s May 2025 debt facility matures in 2029, pressuring cash flow.
  • EVgo and GM’s 2026 flagship network widens the gap on permanent charging reliability.
  • If utility queues shorten, SparkCharge’s mobile-first niche loses urgency and becomes a pilot business.

What makes Spark Charge unique

  • Aug. 11, 2026 UK launch extends SparkCharge’s seven-day off-grid deployment model.
  • SparkAI, launched Nov. 13, 2025, sizes fleet charging without utility interconnection delays.
  • Roadie and PowerHub bundle charging-as-a-service, shifting fleets from capex to operating expense.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Remote Work Options
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Wellness Program
  • Mental Health Support
  • Gym Membership

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

-2%

1 year growth

-4%

2 year growth

-2%
AUTO Connected Car News
Aug 16th, 2026
EV, battery & charging news: dcbel, MassCEC, EVgo, GM, SparkCharge & Ford.

EV, battery & charging news: dcbel, MassCEC, EVgo, GM, SparkCharge & Ford. In EV, battery and charging news are dcbel, MassCEC, EVgo, GM, SparkCharge and Ford. Dcbel joins MassCEC V2X demonstration program for residential deployment. dcbel Inc. has partnered with TMH, Resource Innovation, and B2Q to participate in the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center V2X Pilot Program, deploying its Ara Home Energy Station to state residential sites. The fully subsidized initiative covers hardware and turn-key installation costs for qualifying single-family properties without existing solar or stationary energy storage systems. Eligible vehicle architectures are limited to bidirectional DC fast-charging compatible platforms, including the MY 2018-2025 Nissan LEAF, 2025 Polestar 3, and 2025 Volvo EX90. Applications remain open through September 30, 2026, or until program funding is exhausted. The dcbel Ara station serves as an integrated distributed energy resource gateway, enabling automated vehicle-to-home and vehicle-to-grid bidirectional power flows. The system manages peak shaving, load shifting during high utility rate periods, and autonomous emergency power dispatch during outage events. The demonstration initiative will aggregate operational telemetry, user behavior metrics, and financial yield data to evaluate hardware interoperability and utility value streams across regional distribution grids. EVgo and GM open flagship fast charging site in metropolitan detroit. EVgo Inc. has opened its newest flagship high-power EV fast charging station at a Meijer retail store in Warren, Michigan, directly opposite the General Motors Global Technical Center. Developed in collaboration with GM, the site brings EVgo's operational flagship charging stalls to over 40 nationwide, supporting a target of more than 100 stalls by year-end 2026 across key markets including California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, and Texas. The installation features an overhead canopy, pull-through trailer access, and 12 dual-protocol CCS and NACS stalls capable of up to 350 kW DC fast charging. The flagship program forms part of a broader infrastructure expansion between EVgo and GM, which includes nearly 2,400 co-developed fast charging stalls operational across 32 states, alongside a joint tri-party network with Pilot Company that exceeds 1,300 stalls across 300 travel centers. Designed to average up to 20 stalls per footprint, flagship locations prioritize high-power output, enhanced site illumination, and retail co-location to accommodate accelerating EV adoption rates in regions showing substantial vehicle-in-operation growth. OEM-Backed networks drive DC fast charger satisfaction as failure rates hit historic lows. Customer satisfaction with public DC fast charging infrastructure has risen twelve points to 666 on a 1,000-point scale, driven by the emergence of OEM-backed charging joint ventures and upgraded network hardware, according to the J.D. Power 2026 U.S. Electric Vehicle Experience Public Charging Study. The study recorded an industry-wide non-charging visit rate of 12 percent, marking the lowest failure rate in the history of the metric. The gains in DC fast charging satisfaction were supported by higher equipment reliability, faster multi-kilowatt power delivery, expanded site capacities, and improved site amenities at gas station, hotel, and restaurant locations. In its first year of award eligibility, OEM-backed charging network IONNA ranked highest among DC fast charge point operators with a satisfaction score of 807, followed by the Mercedes-Benz Charging Network at 797 and the Rivian Adventure Network at 755. Conversely, consumer satisfaction with public Level 2 charging infrastructure dropped twelve points to 595 year over year, with owners citing increased friction surrounding ease of payment and ease of charging. The findings highlight a widening operational divide between high-capital, high-speed highway fast-charging corridors and legacy urban Level 2 deployments. SparkCharge expands off-grid managed energy platform to UK autonomous vehicle fleets. Mobile distributed energy operator SparkCharge has expanded its commercial operations into the United Kingdom, delivering modular, off-grid power infrastructure tailored to autonomous vehicle fleets and enterprise industrial sites. The expansion leverages the company's managed Charging-as-a-Service operational model, deploying containerized Battery Energy Storage Systems and continuous PowerHub on-site generation hardware. Managed via the proprietary SparkAI platform for autonomous dispatch and energy management, the off-grid deployments bypass multi-year utility interconnection queues by establishing operational site power within seven days. The UK entry targets commercial entities facing severe distribution grid constraints, driven by accelerating AI data center expansion, industrial electrification, and intensive commercial fleet duty cycles. Led by newly appointed Managing Director of UK Operations James Taylor, the initiative expands SparkCharge's international footprint beyond its North American operations, where the firm reports deploying over 2,000 MWh monthly across commercial EV fleets, logistics ports, and driverless depot hubs. Ford prepares Louisville Assembly Plant for 2027 Fathom EV Production. Ford Motor Company has confirmed that the conversion of its Louisville Assembly Plant (LAP) remains on schedule for the first-quarter 2027 production launch of the Ford Fathom, the initial vehicle built on the automaker's dedicated Universal Electric Vehicle (UEV) platform. Completed in under a year, the facility overhaul transitions LAP from internal combustion engine vehicle manufacturing to an all-electric manufacturing facility. Plant personnel are currently collaborating with teams at the New Model Product Development Center to construct hand-built prototypes and validate tooling ahead of series manufacturing. The manufacturing infrastructure centered around Ford's Universal EV Production System shifts away from linear conveyor line architecture to an assembly tree model that constructs front clip, rear clip, and structural battery deck subassemblies in parallel. The process leverages large aluminum unicastings to replace stamped assembly components, enabling simultaneous operator access across subassemblies before final bonding and mechanical fastening. To support real-time telematics testing, software module flashing prior to installation, and high-bandwidth factory automation, LAP has implemented a high-density digital infrastructure and high-speed industrial network architecture.

The Manila Times
Aug 11th, 2026
SparkCharge launches in the United Kingdom, bringing ai-optimized energy infrastructure to autonomous vehicle fleet operations without the wait.

SparkCharge launches in the United Kingdom, bringing ai-optimized energy infrastructure to autonomous vehicle fleet operations without the wait. By GlobeNewswire August 11, 2026 Building on its proven operations in the US, the leading mobile energy network is expanding its international footprint with new deployments that will deliver power to autonomous vehicle companies and other enterprises that are constrained by the grid. SOMERVILLE, Mass., Aug. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - SparkCharge, the nation's leading distributed energy network, today announced the expansion of its operations in the United Kingdom, further extending its international footprint and reinforcing its commitment to delivering power wherever businesses need it. Building on its established US operations, SparkCharge is expanding its distributed energy network to provide immediate, intelligent, on-site power for autonomous vehicle fleets and a broad range of enterprises that can't wait for the grid. SparkCharge's expansion in the UK reflects a broader global shift: enterprise operations are moving faster than the grid can support. From AV fleets to construction and industrial operations, organizations are deploying sites that require power immediately, even while grid access remains years away. SparkCharge deploys AI-optimized energy infrastructure in as little as seven days, operating independently of the grid today, and integrating with it seamlessly when it is ready. Through its managed energy service model, SparkCharge delivers reliable, on-site power to enterprises operating in grid-constrained environments, enabling companies to scale their operations without waiting for utility and construction timelines. "The demand for immediate, intelligent energy is a global story," said Joshua Aviv, Founder and CEO of SparkCharge. "Autonomous vehicle companies and enterprises across the UK are facing the same infrastructure constraints we solve every day in the US. The opportunity to bring SparkCharge's distributed energy network to the UK is one we have been building toward for years, and we are excited for this next stage of growth." Expansion into the UK builds on SparkCharge's established presence throughout North America, including all 50 states in addition to Canada. SparkCharge currently serves commercial fleets, AV operators, data centers, events and entertainment, ports and railheads, and other enterprise customers. As grid constraints intensify globally under the strain of AI energy demand, and industrial expansion, SparkCharge is extending its platform and services to meet energy needs wherever they emerge. "The UK is primed for portable, flexible, on-site power that can be deployed immediately and intelligently," said James Taylor, SparkCharge's Managing Director of UK Operations. "This market expansion is evidence that SparkCharge's role in providing power wherever enterprises need it fills a global need. We're eager to expand our platform throughout the United Kingdom." powered by About SparkCharge: SparkCharge is the nation's leading distributed energy network, delivering immediate, intelligent, on-site power to enterprises that can't wait for the grid. The company deploys AI-optimized energy infrastructure, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and continuous on-site PowerHub generation, in days, not years, serving EV fleets, autonomous vehicle operators, data centers, ports, construction sites, and more. SparkCharge's software platform, SparkAI, provides AI-driven infrastructure planning and 24/7 autonomous energy management across every deployment. With 2,000+ MWh deployed monthly across North America, SparkCharge is building the energy infrastructure the grid can't build fast enough. Headquartered in Somerville, MA. Learn more at SparkCharge.io. Media Contact: FischTank PR

FleetPoint
Aug 11th, 2026
SparkCharge expands distributed energy network into UK.

SparkCharge expands distributed energy network into UK. Tuesday, August 11, 2026 - 13:01 SparkCharge is expanding its distributed energy network into the UK, providing businesses with rapid-deployment, on-site power as grid constraints increasingly threaten the rollout of autonomous vehicle fleets and other energy-intensive operations. The expansion extends SparkCharge's established North American operations into a UK market where businesses are facing growing challenges in securing electricity capacity for new sites. The company says its technology is designed to provide immediate power while organisations wait for permanent grid connections, which can take years to deliver. SparkCharge provides AI-optimised energy infrastructure that can be deployed in as little as seven days and operates independently of the grid. Once grid capacity becomes available, the system can integrate with the permanent connection. The company operates through a managed energy service model, providing on-site power to businesses operating in grid-constrained environments. This is intended to allow enterprises to establish and expand operations without being constrained by utility connection and construction timescales. SparkCharge's UK expansion comes as businesses across sectors including autonomous vehicles, construction and industrial operations increasingly require access to electricity before permanent grid infrastructure is available. The company says the issue reflects a wider global trend in which the pace of enterprise development is increasingly exceeding the ability of electricity networks to provide new capacity. Autonomous vehicle fleets are one example, with operators potentially requiring substantial charging and energy infrastructure at locations where grid connections are unavailable or subject to lengthy delays. SparkCharge says its distributed energy approach can provide an alternative by bringing power to the site rather than requiring businesses to wait for the grid to arrive. Joshua Aviv, Founder and CEO of SparkCharge, said: "The demand for immediate, intelligent energy is a global story. Autonomous vehicle companies and enterprises across the UK are facing the same infrastructure constraints we solve every day in the US. The opportunity to bring SparkCharge's distributed energy network to the UK is one we have been building toward for years, and we are excited for this next stage of growth." SparkCharge has established operations across all 50 US states as well as Canada, serving commercial fleets, autonomous vehicle operators, data centres, events and entertainment businesses, ports, railheads and other enterprise customers. The company's UK expansion comes as electricity demand continues to increase across multiple sectors. The rapid development of AI and data centres, combined with industrial expansion and fleet electrification, is creating additional pressure on electricity networks. For commercial fleet operators, access to suitable power is becoming an increasingly important consideration as more businesses transition towards electric vehicles. Depot electrification can require substantial increases in electricity capacity, while securing a new grid connection can be a lengthy and complex process. A distributed energy system could potentially provide operators with a way to begin deploying electric vehicles and associated infrastructure before a permanent grid connection becomes available. SparkCharge says its technology is intended to provide flexibility during this transition, with its systems able to operate independently and subsequently integrate with the grid when permanent infrastructure is ready. The company says its expansion into Britain represents the next stage in its international growth strategy and reflects increasing demand for flexible power solutions in markets where grid capacity is constrained. James Taylor, SparkCharge's Managing Director of UK Operations, said: "The UK is primed for portable, flexible, on-site power that can be deployed immediately and intelligently. This market expansion is evidence that SparkCharge's role in providing power wherever enterprises need it fills a global need. We're eager to expand our platform throughout the United Kingdom." The UK launch adds another potential solution for businesses facing lengthy electricity connection times, particularly those developing electric commercial vehicle fleets, autonomous vehicle operations and energy-intensive industrial sites. As demand for electricity continues to grow, the ability to deploy temporary or flexible power infrastructure could become increasingly important for businesses seeking to maintain development schedules without waiting for traditional grid upgrades.

The Manila Times
Nov 13th, 2025
SparkCharge Launches SparkAI to Address the $50 Billion + Grid Constraint Problem Blocking EV Adoption

SparkCharge launches SparkAI to address the $50 billion + grid constraint problem blocking EV adoption. SOMERVILLE, Mass., Nov. 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - SparkCharge, the world's largest off-grid electric vehicle fleet charging network and creator of the first mobile, off-grid EV charger, today announced the launch of SparkAI, the first AI-driven charging infrastructure planning platform specifically designed for commercial EV fleet deployments. The platform combines real-world intelligence, project location-specific datasets, weather forecasts, and a comprehensive global EV database to create optimized charging infrastructure plans for fleet owners and operators. SparkAI is immediately available for streamlined, intelligent infrastructure planning across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Today, more than 80% of electrification projects face grid capacity limitations that can delay deployments by 18 to 24 months. Traditional infrastructure planning is slow, fragmented, and heavily reliant on costly utility upgrades. SparkAI eliminates these delays through a proprietary enterprise-grade AI model capable of performing thousands of energy simulations instantly. The system accounts for fleet composition, local weather conditions, terrain, and available power sources to deliver precise, site-specific configurations, helping fleets deploy scalable infrastructure in as little as 3 days without overloading the grid. "SparkAI isn't just about faster planning, it's about smarter energy deployment," said Joshua Aviv, Founder and CEO of SparkCharge. "Right now, we're channeling that precision into EV charging, helping fleets electrify without overloading the grid. But the bigger opportunity is optimizing how and where energy flows, for EVs and beyond. It's a smarter grid strategy, powered by real-time intelligence." Alleviating Grid Strain-and Supporting AI Economy Beyond fleet electrification, SparkAI enables intelligent energy distribution that supports broader grid stability. By prioritizing location efficiency, energy independence, and load balancing, SparkAI helps free up grid capacity and reduce peak demand, directly benefiting energy-intensive sectors such as AI computing and data centers. SparkCharge's mobile battery trailers and off-grid power hubs can be deployed anywhere to stabilize remote grid-limited regions. SparkAI's intelligence engine cross-analyzes live environmental and geographic data against energy demand forecasts to calculate exact power requirements per site. This gives operators AI-driven energy independence in areas previously considered uneconomical for electrification-rural regions, congested areas, industrial zones, and aging grid corridors. The platform can also design hybrid and off-grid charging systems that scale dynamically with fleet growth, allowing users to bypass traditional grid bottlenecks entirely. SparkAI helps fleet operators reduce total infrastructure and operating costs by 15-30% through accurate forecasting and intelligent system sizing. By preventing both costly overbuilding and energy shortfalls, SparkAI improves asset utilization, lowers exposure to peak utility rates, and enables fleets to leverage off-grid or hybrid energy sources at a fraction of the traditional cost. "SparkAI is a game-changer for infrastructure ROI," said David Piperno, CFO of SparkCharge. "By eliminating over-provisioning and planning delays, we're helping fleets reduce capital expenditures while accelerating deployment timelines. It's not just about planning faster, it's about deploying smarter and scaling profitably." Today's announcement follows sustained momentum from SparkCharge. In the past year, the company has provided EV charging solutions for fleets at the US Open and Masters Tournament. SparkCharge also announced $30.5 million in a capital raise earlier this summer. Contact SparkCharge or visit here to learn more about SparkAI and the company's portfolio of EV charging solutions. About SparkCharge SparkCharge operates the world's largest mobile energy network, delivering clean, on-demand power for its partners. The company's suite of mobile battery systems, power hubs, and AI platforms, SparkAI, enables flexible, predictive energy deployment without reliance on the traditional grid. Through innovative Charging-as-a-Service (CaaS) platforms, SparkCharge delivers fast, flexible, and convenient EV charging built specifically for fleets. With zero setup costs, guaranteed uptime, and multiple solutions-including a Mobile Battery Charger, Off-Grid Power Hub, and a Permanent Infrastructure-you get the freedom to choose a solution that fits your operations. Whether you prefer white-glove service, a self-managed or hybrid approach, SparkCharge handles the charging so you can focus on running your business. Powered by mobile solutions, intelligent software, and unmatched customer support, SparkCharge is accelerating EV adoption by making charging effortless, scalable, and ready when you are.

Macholevante
Jun 9th, 2025
SparkCharge Secures $30M for Mobile EV Charging

SparkCharge has secured $30.5 million to expand its mobile, off-grid EV charging network across North America by 2025. The funding includes a $15.5 million Series A-1 round led by Monte's Fam and $15 million from Horizon Technology Finance. The company aims to address EV charging infrastructure challenges by offering rapid, scalable, on-demand charging services. SparkCharge plans to grow its U.S. operations and launch services in Mexico and Canada, targeting commercial EV fleets and event organizers.