Key Takeaways

  • 75% of U.S. employers use automated applicant tracking systems to screen resumes before a human reviews them (Harvard Business School & Accenture, 2021)
  • The most common ATS failures are missing keywords, incompatible formatting, and incorrect file types
  • ResumeGeni scores your resume across 8 parsing layers — modeled on the same steps enterprise ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and Taleo use to evaluate candidates

How ATS Resume Scoring Works

Applicant tracking systems parse your resume into structured data — extracting your name, contact info, work history, skills, and education — then score how well that data matches the job requirements. Many ATS rejections happen because the parser couldn't extract critical fields, not because the candidate wasn't qualified.

LayerWhat It ChecksWhy It Matters
Document extractionFile format, encoding, readabilityCorrupted or image-only PDFs fail immediately
Layout analysisTables, columns, headers, footersMulti-column layouts break field extraction
Section detectionExperience, education, skills headingsNon-standard headings cause sections to be missed
Field mappingName, email, phone, dates, titlesMissing contact info is a common cause of immediate rejection
Keyword matchingJob-specific terms, skills, certificationsKeyword overlap affects recruiter search visibility and ATS scoring
Chronology checkDate ordering, gap detectionReverse-chronological order is expected by most ATS
QuantificationMetrics, numbers, measurable outcomesQuantified achievements help human reviewers and some scoring models
Confidence scoringOverall parse quality and completenessLow-confidence parses get deprioritized in results

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ResumeGeni free?
Yes. ResumeGeni is currently in beta — ATS analysis, scoring, and initial improvement suggestions are free with no signup required. Full guidance and saved reports may require a free account.
What file formats are supported?
PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, and Apple Pages. PDF and DOCX are recommended for best ATS compatibility.
How is the ATS score calculated?
Your resume is processed through an 8-layer parsing pipeline that extracts structured data the same way enterprise ATS platforms do. The score reflects how completely and accurately your resume can be parsed, plus how well your content matches common ATS ranking criteria.
Can ATS read PDF resumes?
Yes, but not all PDFs are equal. Text-based PDFs parse well. Image-only PDFs (scanned documents) and PDFs with complex tables or multi-column layouts often fail ATS parsing. Our analyzer will flag these issues.
How do I improve my ATS score?
Focus on three areas: use a clean single-column format, include keywords from the job description naturally in your experience bullets, and ensure all sections (contact, experience, education, skills) use standard headings.

ATS Guides & Resources

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Transmission Line - Principal Engineer

Ans · Remote

At ANS, we’re not just a consulting engineering firm—we’re a team of trailblazers shaping the future of multi-disciplinary 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. 
 
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. 
 
It is an exciting time to join ANS. We are seeking an experienced Substation Physical - Principal Engineer to join our growing engineering team. The ideal candidate will participate in and contribute to a diverse range of engineering projects and services in a
team-oriented environment. Under the direction of experienced engineers and in collaboration with a team, you will gain exposure to the Renewables industry in Solar and Battery Energy Storage projects and Utility Interconnections.
At ANS, we’re not just a consulting engineering firm—we’re a team of trailblazers shaping the future of multi-disciplinary 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. 
 
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. 
 
It is an exciting time to join ANS. We are seeking an experienced Substation Physical - Principal Engineer to join our growing engineering team. The ideal candidate will participate in and contribute to a diverse range of engineering projects and services in a
team-oriented environment. Under the direction of experienced engineers and in collaboration with a team, you will gain exposure to the Renewables industry in Solar and Battery Energy Storage projects and Utility Interconnections.
Why Join ANS? 
 
  • 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. 

Key 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 substation projects ensuring they meet quality standards and client
    specific requirements. Additionally, this role will be responsible for establishing
    and communicate 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
    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.
  • Qualifications and Skills:

  • 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 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).
  • 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
  • Requirements:

  • BS in Electrical, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited
    institution or equivalent Engineering BS degree. Preference to Power
    specific programs.
  •  Professional Engineer License
  • 7+ years of experience in transmission line design and engineering.
  • Ability to Travel 25%+ and hold a Passport
  • Not Required but Bonus Points for: Being fluent in Spanish