Designer I - Structural
ans · Raleigh, NC ·
- Work mode
- Onsite
- Seniority
- Junior
- Category
- Design
- Salary
- USD 56,400 – 61,800 / year
Entry-level structural drafting role at ANS, a consulting engineering firm in Raleigh, NC. Under close supervision, the designer produces and revises structural drawings, models, and details in Autodesk products for renewable energy projects (solar PV, battery storage, high-voltage), including foundations, steel structures, BOMs, and quantity takeoffs.
About ANS
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
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A supportive, dynamic, and innovative team culture.
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A chance to directly shape the voice and vision of one of the industry’s fastest-growing firms.
About the Role
As a Structural Designer I, you’ll join our growing structural engineering team in an entry-level drafting role. Working under close supervision, you’ll learn to produce structural drawings, models, and details that support our renewable energy projects across solar (PV), battery storage (BESS), and high-voltage (HV).
What You'll Do:
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Use Autodesk products to prepare and revise structural construction drawings and details — plan views, sections, elevations, and details — under close supervision.
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Assist with drafting and detailing foundations (driven piles, screw and helical piles, and cast-in-place concrete), steel structures, building envelopes, and non-building structures.
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Help compile foundation bills of material (BOMs) and quantity takeoffs, coordinating with the civil design team.
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Work with structural engineers and senior designers to incorporate markups and revisions accurately.
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Follow applicable Client, EPC, Owner, and Utility standards on assigned drawings.
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Learn and follow CAD standards, templates, and file and revision control.
What We're Looking For:
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Use Autodesk products to prepare and revise structural construction drawings and details — plan views, sections, elevations, and details — under close supervision.
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Assist with drafting and detailing foundations (driven piles, screw and helical piles, and cast-in-place concrete), steel structures, building envelopes, and non-building structures.
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Help compile foundation bills of material (BOMs) and quantity takeoffs, coordinating with the civil design team.
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Work with structural engineers and senior designers to incorporate markups and revisions accurately.
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Follow applicable Client, EPC, Owner, and Utility standards on assigned drawings.
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Learn and follow CAD standards, templates, and file and revision control.
- Work on high-impact projects that shape communities and the environment.
- Be part of a team that values collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth.
- Gain hands-on field experience while developing technical and project management skills.
- Enjoy a supportive workplace culture that encourages innovation and creative problem-solving.
- Take advantage of career development opportunities, including continuing education and industry involvement.