Director of Transmission Line Engineering

ANS•Gilbert, AZ

11h•$150,000 - $200,000

About The Position

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 and hands-on Director of Transmission Line Engineering (servant leader) to join our growing team. This is a player/coach role with tremendous opportunity for growth. The Director has full responsibility for organizing, executing, and leading an engineering organization in the successful execution of a diverse range of complex engineering projects and services in a team-oriented environment. As a business leader, you will collaborate with your team and support staff, to drive advancements in the Renewables Industry, focusing on Solar and Battery Energy Storage projects as well as Utility Interconnections.

Requirements

Knowledge of technical applications and software required to review plan and profiles, sections, details, and sag and tension charts for construction drawing sets.
Comprehensive knowledge of electrical engineering principles, industry standards, and codes with a passion for transmission line engineering design.
Ability to develop, follow, interpret and apply internal, client, and industry procedures and standards to complex design situations and provide guidance to staff in implementation.
Ability to develop, review and evaluate design alternatives based on experience, standards, and codes to solve constructability and design challenges and provide direction to staff.
Ability to drive business success in coordination with Business Development, Project Management, and Sr Leadership with a deep understanding of proposals, financials, and relationship implications to company success.
Ability to lead client interactions either from an office or field environment to answer technical and business questions, drive solutions, and mitigate negative impacts in stressful situations.
Excellent communication skills, high emotional intelligence, and an innate ability to collaborate with a variety of stakeholders (technical and non-technical alike).
BS in Electrical, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution or equivalent Engineering BS degree. Preference to Power specific programs.
Professional Engineer License
15+ years of experience in transmission line design and engineering.
Ability to Travel 25%+
hold a Passport

Nice To Haves

Experience with and understanding of modeling software for poles and structures, sag and tension, transmission line routing and load modeling, grounding, lightning, and basic electrical calculations or modeling preferred.
Intermediate PLS-CADD/POLE/TOWER, PSSE, CAD and PDF editor knowledge strongly preferred.
Being fluent in Spanish

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership: The successful candidate will provide strong leadership, overseeing team management, staffing, planning, training, and resource development to ensure the successful execution of projects. This leader will drive the delivery of transmission line projects ensuring they meet quality standards and client specific requirements. Additionally, this role will be responsible for establishing and communicating short- and long-term goals, with clear KPIs to guide performance and project success.
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.