Principal Engineer- Civil
ans
Columbus, OH
Posted Jul 8, 2026
- Full-time
- Engineering Opportunities
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.