Project Engineer - Structural

ANS•Charlottesville, VA

6d•$100,000 - $120,000

About The Position

At ANS, weâre not just a consulting engineering firmâweâre a team of trailblazers shaping the future of multi-disciplinary engineering. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work and Top 10 Hottest Firm by Zweig Reports and featured in Inc. 5000âs 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! We are seeking a Project Engineer - Structural with 5-8 years of experience to support the design and delivery of foundation and structural systems across a range of infrastructure and renewable energy projects. Youâll work closely with senior engineers and contribute to projects from concept through construction, with a primary focus on structural design for solar tracker systems, equipment pads, and site development structures. This position is ideal for someone with strong technical fundamentals, work ethic, and a desire to grow into a leadership role.

Requirements

Bachelorâs degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
EIT certification required, PE in progress preferred
5-8 years of experience in structural design, with exposure to foundation engineering, energy, or infrastructure projects
Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with structural software (e.g., RISA, RAM, STAAD) preferred
Working knowledge of IBC, ASCE 7, AISC, and ACI standards
Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and willingness to learn
Willingness to travel (10â15%) for occasional site visits or field support

Responsibilities

Participate in structural engineering efforts for utility substation projects including control enclosures, transformer foundations, dead-end structures, capacitor banks, and static masts
Review project documents and develop structural Basis of Design (BOD), including loads, design codes, geotechnical inputs, and material assumptions
Design and size shallow and deep foundations (e.g., spread footings, drilled piers, embedded posts) based on geotechnical recommendations and equipment loads
Perform load calculations (dead, live, wind, seismic) and develop structural models using accepted FEA tools (e.g., RISA, RAM, STAAD)
Coordinate with geotechnical engineers to integrate foundation performance assumptions and loading capacities (e.g., LPILE, MFAD inputs)
Prepare structural drawings, elevations, details, and specifications using AutoCAD and/or Revit for each milestone (30%, 60%, 90%, IFC)
Coordinate with electrical engineers, control enclosure vendors, transformer manufacturers, and structure suppliers to obtain and interpret structural performance requirements
Support client-facing meetings to present a design approach and resolve technical comments
Review vendor-supplied structural performance requirements and incorporate into foundation and anchorage design
Respond to RFIs and submittals related to structural foundations, design assumptions, and special inspections
Provide input on internal design standards, templates, and QA/QC processes for substation projects
Assist in developing resource plans, scopes, and estimates for future HV structural projects
Collaborate with civil and geotechnical teams to ensure fully integrated substation site design
Stay current on relevant codes (IBC, ASCE 7, NESC, etc.), utility standards, and AHJ requirements
Coordinate with internal geotechnical and civil teams for integrated design
Attend internal design meetings and client calls as needed to stay aligned with project objectives
Receive mentorship from senior engineers with the opportunity to gradually take on more responsibility
Participate in internal learning, development, and project closeout reviews
Analysis of structures for wind, snow, and seismic loads using ASCE 7 and IBC
Structural design for deep and shallow foundations (e.g., spread footings, piers, caissons)
Design and detailing of framing systems and structural components in steel, concrete, aluminum, FRP, and masonry
Structural condition assessments and live load evaluations
Coordination with manufacturers and development of foundation designs for prefabricated structures
Construction support including review of change orders, submittals, and field questions