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title: 'VP - Structural at ANS'
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# VP - Structural at ANS

- **Company:** ANS
- **Compensation:** $201k–$259k
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-09-29
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-17
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/ans/402965c7-7410-4c7f-a001-ee81bf7d7824

## Job description

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

## About the Role

As our Structural VP, you’ll be joining and leading our growing Structural engineering team and reporting to the SVP of Engineering. The ideal candidate will lead the Structural engineering team across our multi-disciplinary company for utility-scale solar, battery energy storage, high-voltage, and wind projects. The role balances a strong technical background with strategic leadership and managing organizational financials.

## What You’ll Do

Oversee the daily operations and growth of the Structural engineering department. Lead strategic growth through a detailed hiring plan and drive revenue growth. Develop the Annual Operation Plan (AOP) for the Structural engineering department, including salary, training, travel, expenses, bonus payouts, and hiring. Develop long-range Structural engineering plans, analyze needs, and present solutions to upper management. Make key Structural engineering decisions, ensure processes are scalable, and act as a key liaison between engineering departments and other key organizations. Oversee financials at an organizational level and complete proposals for PV, BESS, HV, and wind projects. Prepare and optimize project and departmental budgets, and manage resources effectively. Apply strong technical skills in Structural engineering design, including: Tracker foundations, solar structural systems, and foundation remediation Buildings, industrial infrastructure, and prefabricated systems Deep and shallow foundation design, including piles, caissons, spread footings, and grade beams Structural condition assessments and retrofit evaluations Seismic, wind, and snow load analysis Oversee construction administration services, including inspection, reporting, and field modifications. Coordinate with vendors and manufacturers on modular equipment and enclosure foundations. Review and supervise calculations performed by others to ensure quality standards are met before stamping construction drawings and reports. Drive efficiency and implement best practices by recommending technological developments and optimizing workflows.

## What We Are Looking For

Professional Engineer (PE) license (required); SE license a plus Bachelor’s (required) or Master’s (preferred) in Civil or Structural Engineering Strong understanding of structural codes (IBC, ASCE 7, ACI, AISC) and geotechnical-structural interactions Deep knowledge of structural design software (e.g., RISA, RAM, STAAD, SAP). Experience leading a team or organization is required. 12+ years of progressive structural engineering experience, with at least 5 years in solar PV, substation, or within related projects in the energy field.

Ready to join us? 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, battery storage, high-voltage, and wind projects—and help transform ANS into the name everyone in renewables knows.

## About ANS

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: ANS is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm delivering technical expertise for renewable energy, infrastructure, and data center projects across the United States and Mexico.
- **Entity Type**: Private (bootstrapped; no external funding rounds publicly reported)
- **Headquarters**: South Plainfield, New Jersey, United States
- **Founded**: 2005
- **Founders**: Vatsal Shah (CEO)

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, structural engineering, electrical engineering, renewable energy (solar, wind, BESS), high-voltage transmission, water/wastewater, data center infrastructure.
- **Target customers**: B2B – developers, utilities, municipalities, and private-sector clients needing engineering design, testing, and project management for large-scale infrastructure and energy projects.
- **Mission**: "To support the renewable transition and data center growth that empowers our partners, people, and communities to build with confidence and purpose nationwide." [ans-team.com](https://ans-team.com/)

## Products & Services
Each major offering is delivered as a full-service engineering consulting package:
- **Electrical Engineering**: Design and analysis for power systems, renewable energy, and infrastructure.
- **Geotechnical Engineering**: Subsurface evaluation, foundation recommendations, soil/rock analysis.
- **Structural Engineering**: Design of buildings, bridges, and infrastructure with focus on safety and resilience.
- **Civil, Site & Land Development**: Planning, grading, drainage, and regulatory compliance for land projects.
- **Laboratory Materials Testing**: In-house testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt.
- **High Voltage & Transmission Line Engineering**: Design and grid integration for high-voltage systems.
- **Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)**: Full lifecycle design, grid compliance, and commissioning.
- **Photovoltaic (PV) Systems**: Utility-scale and commercial solar engineering.
- **Water & Wastewater Engineering**: Modernization of municipal water systems.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Revenue**: Not publicly available (private company).
- **Key Metric**: Over 3,500 projects completed, 800+ partners served. [ans-team.com/careers](https://ans-team.com/careers) — Headcount reported as 252 on LinkedIn (as of Sept 2026, +216.2% YoY), while the company website states "over 300 professionals across 19 offices." [linkedin.com/company/ans-team](https://linkedin.com/company/ans-team) / [ans-team.com/about-us](https://www.ans-team.com/about-us)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not disclosed; no institutional investors listed.
- **Growth Signals**: Recognized as a 2026 Inc. 5000 honoree. [inc.com](https://www.inc.com/profile/ans-geo) — Rapid headcount growth (more than doubled in the past year). — 19 offices across the U.S. and Mexico. — Expanding into high-voltage, BESS, and PV engineering.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Cross-disciplinary integration**: Eliminates silos by offering civil, geotechnical, structural, electrical, and testing services under one roof, reducing handoffs and accelerating project timelines. [ans-team.com](https://ans-team.com/)
- **Tech-enabled delivery**: Uses proprietary in-house design tools and machine learning, leveraging knowledge from nearly 150 GW of supported projects. [ans-team.com/about-us](https://www.ans-team.com/about-us)
- **People-first culture**: Emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, safety, and continuous learning — recognized as a "Best Firm to Work For." [linkedin.com/company/ans-team](https://linkedin.com/company/ans-team)
- **Integrated project management**: Dedicated project managers ensure responsive, intentional outcomes across all phases.

## Strategic Focus
- **Renewable energy transition**: Deepening capabilities in solar, wind, and battery storage to support utility-scale projects.
- **Data center growth**: Expanding engineering services for the rapidly growing data center market.
- **Geographic expansion**: Opening new offices across the U.S. to serve a national client base.
- **Talent scaling**: Aggressively hiring across all disciplines to keep pace with project demand (30+ open roles as of mid-2026).

## Why Work Here
- **Meaningful work**: Projects directly impact renewable energy, resilient infrastructure, and environmental innovation. [ans-team.com/careers](https://ans-team.com/careers)
- **People-first culture**: Collaborative environment with a focus on safety, well-being, and mutual support. "You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find a team that has your back." [ans-team.com/careers](https://ans-team.com/careers)
- **Room to grow**: Promotes from within, offers mentorship, technical training, and leadership development. [ans-team.com/careers](https://ans-team.com/careers)
- **Diverse projects & locations**: Portfolio spans multiple industries and geographic regions; opportunities to work across offices in New Jersey, Texas, Kansas, Arizona, and Mexico.
- **Work model**: Not explicitly stated as remote-first; likely hybrid/office-based given the nature of engineering consulting. Offices in 19 locations.
- **Engineering culture**: Forward-thinking, tech-enabled, and solutions-focused. Engineers use latest tools and can contribute to proprietary design systems.

## Sources
1. [ans-team.com – Homepage](https://ans-team.com/)
2. [ans-team.com – Careers](https://ans-team.com/careers)
3. [ans-team.com – About Us](https://www.ans-team.com/about-us)
4. [LinkedIn – ANS team](https://linkedin.com/company/ans-team)
5. [Inc. 5000 Profile – ANS](https://www.inc.com/profile/ans-geo)

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