Structural Engineer - Power and Energy

Atwell, LLC is a leader in consulting, engineering, and construction services, focusing on real estate, land development, and energy markets. Job Summary The Structural Engineer will support project teams with structural analysis and design of steel and concrete foundations for Solar, BESS, and Substation projects. The role involves developing expertise in the core responsibilities outlined below. Essential Functions Demonstrate a strong understanding of structural engineering principles for utility‑scale solar, BESS, and substation‑related projects. Possess strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills; self‑motivated, detail‑oriented, and committed to high‑quality work through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, coordinating engineering and design activities across disciplines to ensure integration, compliance, and consistency. Lead engineering efforts from project initiation to completion, working closely with drafters, designers, and engineers to develop, review, and finalize design drawings and packages. Draft, review, and finalize technical documents including master deliverable lists, design criteria, engineering reports, specifications, bills of materials, and proposals. Maintain a solid understanding of industry practices and standards such as IBC, ASCE 7, ASCE 113, ACI 318, ACI 336.1, AISC 360, IEEE, NEC, and other applicable codes. Review internal and external designs for compliance with safety codes, client standards, constructability, and best practices; conduct interdisciplinary reviews to coordinate across engineering disciplines. Report workload status to the Project Manager (PM) and Discipline Manager (DM) regularly and complete assignments within scope, schedule, and budget while adhering to Atwell’s quality standards. Assist PMs in developing proposal documents, technical scopes, and cost estimates for bids and change orders. Proficiency in standard tools including MS Office, Outlook, Teams, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam is essential. Develop custom design tools, manual calculation sheets, and report templates using Mathcad or Excel. Occasional travel (less than 20%) may be required for site visits, field walk‑downs, or client meetings. Key Competencies and Skillset Lead structural design for solar, BESS, and substation projects by producing high‑quality drawing packages. Apply geotechnical and corrosion recommendations in steel pile designs. Proficiency in structural design software such as ROBOT, RISA 3D, RISA Foundation, L‑PILE, MFAD, Hilti PROFIS Engineering Suite, or equivalent. Experience with Revit, PVcase, Civil 3D, and transmission line modelling tools (PLS‑CADD, PLS‑POLE, or PLS‑TOWER) is a plus. Familiarity with power systems equipment including PV modules, inverters, racking, piles, batteries, BMS/EMS, disconnects, transformers, switchgear, control building, cap banks, and other HV equipment/components. Review project data to analyze existing site conditions and factors for design development such as geotechnical reports, manufacturer data, surveys, and easement documents. Coordinate closely with civil and electrical teams to integrate structural design with site access, equipment placement, structural supports, and foundation requirements. Education Bachelor’s Degree in Structural or Civil Engineering (ABET Accredited) Pay Range – $135,000 – $175,000+ base, end‑of‑year bonus, benefits. Atwell Benefits Generous Paid Time Off Flexible work schedules available for some positions Tenure Awards – Travel Vouchers 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 wellness‑related expenses (gym memberships, fitness trackers, home gym equipment, etc.) Dependent Care Match 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 counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work‑life referral services #J-18808-Ljbffr Atwell, LLC