Electrical Engineer (3+ Years of Experience)

ANS; SOUTH PLAINFIELD (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + company match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Unlimited PTO

Professional development assistance

Bonus opportunities

Supportive, growth-oriented team

Job summary

ANS is seeking a skilled engineer to design PV layouts, perform electrical blocking, and produce detailed construction plans using AutoCAD. The role emphasizes accuracy, code compliance, and cross-disciplinary collaboration on solar projects.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of experience and a background in electrical, civil, or structural design. You will utilize PV case, PV Farm, SAM, and PVsyst, while mentoring junior staff to uphold design standards.

Qualifications

• Associate or Technical Degree in CAD, Survey, Construction, or Engineering or B.S. in Engineering, Technology or Construction related fields.
• 3+ years of experience in engineering design or related roles.
• Ability to lead design projects, mentor junior staff, and maintain design standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• The role requires strong technical skills in electrical, civil and structural principles with a focus on accuracy, compliance with codes and utilizing equipment specs.
• Focus of role will be utilizing software (PV case, PV Farm, SAM, PVsyst) for designing, optimizing, and creating detailed technical plans for solar photovoltaic (PV) systems.
• Create PV layouts with to support the electrical design of the project in collaboration with other disciplines.
• Perform electrical “blocking” and MV routing for PV design
• Assist with generation of single line diagrams
• Evaluating design alternatives to solve constructability, code, and site challenges.
• Utilize AutoCAD to produce engineered construction plans and sheet set ups, including plan views, sections, elevations, and details

Skills

PV design software

AutoCAD

PV systems

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Mentoring

3+ years experience

Education

Associate or BS in Engineering or related field

Tools

PV case

PV Farm

SAM

PVsyst

Job description

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 theBest Places to WorkandTop 10 Hottest Engineering Firms in the USby Zweig Reports, and featured inInc. 5000’s Top 250for 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. At ANS, you’ll enjoy paid vacation, sick, and personal time off; support for continuing education and community involvement; and comprehensive healthcare, vision, and dental benefits for eligible employees.

What We’re Looking For:

We value enthusiasm, curiosity, and a willingness to learn. While prior experience is a plus, we welcome candidates with 3+ years of professional experience who are eager to grow in a supportive environment.

What You’ll Do:

• The role requires strong technical skills in electrical, civil and structural principles with a focus on accuracy, compliance with codes and utilizing equipment specs.
• Focus of role will be utilizing software (PV case, PV Farm, SAM, PVsyst) for designing, optimizing, and creating detailed technical plans for solar photovoltaic (PV) systems.
• Create PV layouts with to support the electrical design of the project in collaboration with other disciplines.
• Perform electrical “blocking” and MV routing for PV design
• Assist with generation of single line diagrams
• Evaluating design alternatives to solve constructability, code, and site challenges.
• Utilize AutoCAD to produce engineered construction plans and sheet set ups, including plan views, sections, elevations, and details

Must-Haves:

• Associate or Technical Degree in CAD, Survey, Construction, or Engineering or B.S. in Engineering, Technology or Construction related fields from an accredited institution or acceptable equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience.
• Ability to lead design projects, mentor junior staff, and maintain design standards.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines

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 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 judgement. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Benefits:

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