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Civil Engineer - Land Development

$75k - $120k

Atwell, LLC

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 Summary

This position will collaborate with team members to design residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Technical tasks include but not limited to conceptual site layout, utility design; roadway design; site grading design; storm drain design; storm water management design; water and sanitary sewer main design; soil erosion and sedimentation control design; floodplain studies; permitting and entitlement support; and construction support.

  • Designs site plans utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D.
  • Prepares conceptual grading analyses and site layout.
  • Prepares and computes but not limited to due diligence/site analysis reports, engineer opinion of probable costs, utility computations, detention/retention computations, storm water reports, earthwork analysis.
  • Assists in production of final construction drawings.
  • Prepares permit applications for applicable municipal agencies.
  • Assists project managers as requested.
  • Assists with client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects.
  • Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.
  • Attends client and public meetings- days or evenings.
  • Participates in business development efforts as requested.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Outstanding Interpersonal skills, ability to interact with a variety of people.
  • Adaptable and able to respond quickly and accurately under pressure.
  • Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
  • Must be fluent in the English language.
  • Available to work nights and weekends to complete projects as necessary.
  • Proficient in MS office. AutoCAD Civil 3D experience is a plus.
  • Must have a valid drivers license.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.
  • 2+ Years of Experience

Physical Demand

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop; kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may frequently lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions, possibly for extended assignments.

Employer's Disclaimer

  • This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the Associate occupying this position.
  • The Firm reserves the right to add or revise an Associate's job duties at any time at its sole discretion.
  • This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.

Pay Range

$75,000—$120,000 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
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