Atwell, llc

Structural Engineer - Mid Level - Power & Energy

Atwell Full Time

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 55+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2024 awards:

  • Nine consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” (#16) by Zweig Group
  • Recognized as #10 in the “Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms” in the U.S. by Zweig Group
  • Recognized as #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region.
  • Recognized in Crains “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing firms based in Michigan.
  • Recognized in Crains Magazine as one of Michigan's largest privately held companies.

About the Role

Atwell’s Power & Energy team delivers utility-scale renewable projects—solar PV, BESS, substations, and T&D. We’re hiring a mid-level Structural Engineer to take ownership of core design packages for large solar/BESS facilities while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. This is a hands-on technical role with opportunities to lead workstreams, interface with clients, and support junior staff.

What You’ll Do

  • Own structural design packages for utility-scale solar/BESS: equipment platforms and skids, inverter/transformer/PCS pads, racking/tracker foundations (piles/piers/mats), cable-tray and site steel.
  • Run and document calculations (wind/seismic/uplift/lateral/settlement) to ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC 360, IBC; translate geotech data into foundation criteria and designs.
  • Produce and review drawings/specs (plans, sections, connection details) from 30/60/90% through IFC; perform/redline QA/QC and coordinate with CAD/BIM teams.
  • Model and analyze in STAAD.Pro/Robot and L-PILE (or equivalent); maintain traceable calc packages and design assumptions.
  • Coordinate daily with project managers and civil, electrical, and geotechnical disciplines to align scope, schedule, and budget; respond to RFIs and vendor/shop drawings.

Nice-to-Have Exposure

  • Substation/T-line structures (equipment supports, bus/frames, drilled/spread footings).
  • PLS-CADD/PLS-POLE/FAD Tools for occasional T&D interfaces.
  • Owner/agency review cycles, permitting submittals, and comment resolution.

Qualifications

  • BS in Civil or Structural Engineering (MS preferred).
  • 6–10 years of structural analysis and design experience with steel and concrete; direct utility-scale solar/BESS experience strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency with STAAD.Pro or Autodesk Robot and L-PILE (or equivalent foundation tools); strong AutoCAD/Civil 3D literacy for plan production/markups.
  • Working knowledge of ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC 360, IBC; ability to convert geotechnical reports into practical, buildable designs.
  • EIT required; PE preferred (or ability to obtain within 12 months).

Pay Range - $95,000-$140,000

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Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
  • Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

  • Competitive Compensation packages 
  • Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
  • 401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation 
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Student Loan Repayment up to $25K
  • Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
  • Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
  • Employee Referrals up to $5,000
  • Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
  • Dependent Care Match

‘Atwell’ness:

  • Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
  • Family Planning & IVF Benefits
  • Pet Insurance
  • Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
  • Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
  • Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
  • Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services