Associate Civil Engineer

Who We Are

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 75+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards:

Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)

Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region

Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)

Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US

About the Position

The Associate Civil Engineer – Renewable Civil performs defined civil engineering assignments for utility-scale solar, wind, battery energy storage, substation, and related renewable infrastructure projects. This role develops calculations, models, specifications, reports, and design packages and coordinates assigned work with designers, project managers, clients, agencies, and multidisciplinary teams. In this role, an employee will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in the essential functions outlined below.

Essential Responsibilities

Perform civil engineering design and analysis for site planning, grading, drainage, roads, stormwater, erosion and sediment control, earthwork, utilities, permitting, and related project scopes.

Develop and review civil calculations, models, specifications, reports, drawings, cost estimates, schedules, and design documentation for defined assignments.

Use AutoCAD Civil 3D and related engineering tools to develop surfaces, grading, corridors, profiles, quantities, and design deliverables.

Perform hydrology and stormwater analyses, basin design, SWPPPs, BMPs, and supporting documentation using established criteria.

Research, interpret, and implement applicable codes, standards, agency requirements, client criteria, permits, and project specifications.

Evaluate site constraints, renewable facility layouts, equipment technology inputs, constructability, and multidisciplinary design impacts.

Coordinate assigned engineering work with civil designers, project managers, electrical and structural disciplines, clients, contractors, agencies, and vendors.

Review designated designer and drafter work for conformance with engineering intent, project standards, and quality expectations.

Support technical responses, submittal review, permitting, site visits, field investigations, due diligence, and construction-phase services.

Manage assigned workload, estimate task effort, and communicate schedule, budget, quality, and technical risks proactively.

Support proposals, scopes, assumptions, estimates, schedules, studies, and other project-development activities.

Perform other job-related responsibilities as assigned.

Must-Have Qualifications

Knowledge of civil engineering principles applicable to utility-scale solar, wind, battery energy storage, substations, and related renewable infrastructure.

Knowledge of site planning, grading, drainage, hydrology, stormwater management, roads, erosion and sediment control, SWPPPs, BMPs, earthwork, permitting, and construction documentation.

Ability to interpret survey, geotechnical, environmental, utility, and regulatory information and apply applicable requirements to civil engineering work.

Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office applications applicable to assigned work.

Ability to coordinate civil engineering requirements with designers, project managers, clients, agencies, and multidisciplinary project teams.

Strong written, verbal, organizational, analytical, and technical communication skills.

Demonstrated commitment to engineering quality, safety, ethical practice, continuous improvement, and professional development.

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering field from an accredited institution.

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred.

2–4 years of civil engineering, renewable energy, land development, utility, construction, or related experience.

Demonstrated experience preparing civil engineering calculations, models, specifications, reports, and design packages.

Experience with Civil 3D, hydrology or stormwater tools, ArcGIS, and renewable energy or utility infrastructure projects preferred.

Additional Position Details

Work is performed in a professional work environment, with work location and reporting expectations determined by business needs and position requirements. Some field work may be required.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and operate a computer and other office productivity equipment.

Frequently communicates and collaborates with clients, engineers, designers, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.

Must be able to move around project sites and work in indoor or outdoor environments as required.

Travel may be required based on client and project needs.

Cultural Fit

Independent yet Collaborative

Dependable

Creative Problem Solver

Natural Communicator

Flexible

Results Oriented

Client Focused

Enthusiastic

Fair Labor Standards Act

Exempt | Overtime pay is not required.

Disclaimer

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to perform the job.

Must be legally authorized to work in the USA.

If current job responsibilities differ from assigned duties, please contact Human Resources.

Pay Range

$80,000 — $92,000 USD

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

Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals

Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure

Employee Referrals

Annual Wellness Reimbursement 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