Project Engineer - Land Development

Job Description

Job Description

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
  

Job Description

The Project Engineer leads design efforts for land development projects, provides technical expertise, and helps maintain project budgets and schedules. This role works with clients and agencies, resolves engineering challenges, and mentors project team members.

Responsibilities 

• Lead site design, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, and utility systems.

• Prepare and review engineering plans, reports, calculations, cost estimates, and permit applications.

• Coordinate with clients, municipalities, and agencies to address feedback and obtain approvals.

• Review survey data, research zoning requirements, and conduct site visits.

• Provide construction support and resolve design and field issues.

• Guide and mentor engineers and CAD technicians.

• Use AutoCAD Civil 3D and related software to deliver quality work within project deadlines.

• Support proposal development and communicate project progress and workload needs to the Project Manager.

Education & Experience 

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

• 4+ years of relevant engineering experience.

• Advanced knowledge of land development design, including grading, drainage, stormwater, and utilities.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and related engineering software.

• Experience guiding and mentoring team members.

• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Disclaimer 

While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.

Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.

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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 
• 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