Substation Designer (4+ years experience)

At ANS, we’re not just a consulting engineering firm—we’re a team of trailblazers shaping the future of engineering. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work and Top 10 Hottest Engineering Firms in the US by Zweig Reports, and featured in Inc. 5000’s Top 250 for our staggering 1,748% growth, we’re proud of what we’ve built and where we're headed.

We’re allergic to bureaucracy, thrive on innovation, and embrace data-driven decisions. If you love collaboration, creativity, and a fast-paced environment, we might just be your perfect match!

Our team includes professionals licensed in over 20 states, with more than 70 years of collective experience. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages growth and professional development.

ANS has quickly become a major player in solar energy, battery storage, and broader renewable energy engineering space. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, covering project development, engineering, procurement and construction, operations and maintenance, financing, and M&A. ANS aims to redefine the conventional relationship between engineers and clients, prioritizing agility, collaboration, and a deep understanding of client challenges.
Specializing in design analysis, detailed engineering, and development support for solar and energy storage projects across the United States, the company, while historically focused on geotechnical and electrical engineering, is further diversifying into the entire value stream of Renewable Development.
ANS has differentiated itself through a highly customer-centric approach to their services; this is evident in their high customer retention, ability to command some of the highest premiums in the market, and market penetration of ~15% despite being a relatively lean team.

Overview:

It is an exciting time to join ANS. We are seeking an experienced electrical substation designer to join our growing engineering team. The ideal candidate will participate in and contribute to a diverse range of engineering projects and services in a team-oriented environment. Under the direction of experienced engineers and in collaboration with a team, you will gain exposure to the Renewables industry in Solar and Battery Energy Storage projects and Utility Interconnections.

Key Responsibilities:
• Contribution: Under direct supervision and working with experienced staff, the successful candidate will assist with the generation of construction drawing plans and details, schematic and wiring diagrams, models, exhibits, and reports.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with internal stakeholders, across multiple departments (and geographies) to ensure project execution to support company goals and business objectives. Work closely with other departments driving excellence in the overall execution and client experience at ANS.
• Innovation: This role demands a forward-thinking mindset, staying open to new ideas, technologies, and ways of working. It requires a willingness to challenge the status quo, explore innovative solutions, and continuously seek improvements to drive progress and efficiency.

Qualifications and Skills:
• Knowledge of CAD software required to develop plans, sections, schematics, details, wiring and BOM sheets for construction drawing sets.
• Basic understanding of AutoCAD with a strong desire to learn and an interest in substation engineering design.
• Ability to work as a team player, take direction, and interact well with others while working in remote, hybrid, or office environments.
• Ability to follow and adhere to project schedules and budgets as directed by Project Managers and Technical Leads with a basic understanding of project financials.
• Ability to follow and interpret internal, client, and industry procedures and standards.
• Attention to detail with strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Self-starter with strong internal drive and integrity that can work well individually and with team members.
• Ability to learn advance modeling software suites

Requirements:
• Associates in any engineering discipline from an accredited institution preferred. No degree required with CAD experience.
• EIT Preferred
• Not Required but Bonus Points for: Being fluent in Spanish

Why Join ANS?

Work on high-impact projects that shape communities and the environment.
Be part of a team that values collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth.
Gain hands-on field experience while developing technical and project management skills.
Enjoy a supportive workplace culture that encourages innovation and creative problem-solving.
Take advantage of career development opportunities, including continuing education and industry involvement.