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Principal Engineer- Civil

ANS

Job Description

Job Description

At ANS, we’re not just a consulting engineering firm, we’re a team of trailblazers shaping the future of civil, structural, and geotechnical 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!

 

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE

- A supportive, dynamic, and innovative team culture.

- Opportunities to attend industry events and showcase your skills.

- A chance to directly shape the voice and vision of one of the industry’s fastest-growing firms.

 

As Principal Engineer - Civil, you will be the strategic and technical leader driving the success of our civil engineering team. This role combines hands-on expertise with visionary leadership to deliver innovative solutions for renewable energy projects. You’ll shape long-term plans, mentor top talent, and ensure excellence across design, operations, and client engagement, positioning ANS as a trusted partner in sustainable infrastructure. 

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
  • The role requires strong technical skills in Civil Engineering design including grading, drainage, erosion and sedimentation control, stormwater management and SWPP calculations and reports.
  • The Principal Engineer will be the civil engineering lead on multi-discipline projects and interact directly with our clients.   Coordinate with the hydrology, geotechnical, structural and structural engineering teams.
  • Developing technical solutions for a wide range of projects through the application of engineering knowledge and skills to support permitting and compliance needs for a diverse client base.  
  • Review and supervise calculations performed by others to ensure quality standards are met to stamp construction drawings and reports. 
  • Provide technical leadership for staff that utilize Civil 3D including alignments, profiles, and grading features to produce engineered construction plans.
  • Assign tasks to junior engineering staff and designers for projects that you are leading.
  • Provide construction support to our clients.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
  • A bachelor’s degree in engineering is required 
  • Professional Engineer required 
  • Proficiency in design software such as Civil 3D, HydroCAD. 
  • Experience in renewable energy projects such as solar, wind, or battery storage is highly preferred. 
  • 12+ years of experience. 

Benefits: 

  • 401(k) + company match 
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance 
  • Life insurance 
  • Unlimited PTO
  • Professional development assistance 
  • Bonus opportunities 
  • Supportive, growth-oriented team environment

If you’re passionate about clean energy design, precision engineering, and turning data into impact, we want to meet you! Join us in shaping the next generation of solar and battery storage projects—and help transform ANS into the name everyone in renewables knows .

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Vacancy posted 28 days ago
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