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# Senior Structural Designer at Atwell, LLC

- **Company:** Atwell, LLC
- **Location:** Remote
- **Compensation:** $42–$51/hr
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-11-07
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-11-07
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/atwellgroup/jobs/5288020007

## 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

## About the Position

The Senior Structural Designer - Power is responsible for preparing and coordinating structural design deliverables for utility infrastructure, renewable energy, transmission, and substation projects. This role independently develops and coordinates technical documentation and project deliverables while providing guidance and technical support to less experienced designers. In this role, an employee will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in regard to the essential functions of the job below.

Essential Responsibilities

- Develop structural design deliverables for utility infrastructure, renewable energy, transmission, and substation projects with minimal oversight.
- Prepare and coordinate structural drawing packages including plans, elevations, sections, details, and construction documentation.
- Support design and detailing of foundations, structural steel systems, equipment supports, transmission structures, and related infrastructure.
- Review project specifications, standards, calculations, and technical requirements for incorporation into project deliverables.
- Coordinate project activities with engineers, designers, project managers, and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Perform design reviews and support QA/QC activities to ensure technical quality and consistency.
- Review vendor drawings, shop drawings, and project documentation for conformance with project requirements.
- Support project planning, scheduling, and execution activities.
- Provide technical assistance and guidance to junior designers and CAD personnel.
- Participate in site visits, field assignments, and construction support activities as required.
- Support client communication and project coordination activities.
- Perform other job-related responsibilities as assigned.

Must-Have Qualifications

- Strong knowledge of structural design principles, construction practices, and utility infrastructure projects.
- Ability to independently develop and coordinate complex design deliverables.
- Ability to perform technical reviews and support QA/QC activities.
- Strong understanding of structural systems, foundation design, and construction documentation.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to mentor and support less experienced designers and technical staff.
- Commitment to technical excellence, quality, and continuous improvement.
- Technical certificate or Associate’s Degree in drafting, design or related field preferred; an equivalent combination of education and/or relevant experience may be considered.
- 4-7 years of experience in the Electric Power Industry as a Designer.
- Demonstrated ability to independently perform complex structural design assignments and coordinate project deliverables.
- Experience supporting utility infrastructure, substations, transmission, renewable energy, or related engineering 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

- Non-Exempt | Overtime pay is required

Disclaimer

- The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the USA.
- If your current job responsibilities differ from your assigned duties, please contact Human Resources.

Pay Range $42—$51 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

## About Atwell, LLC

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Atwell is a full-service consulting, engineering, and construction firm providing comprehensive solutions for the built environment across real estate, energy, and infrastructure markets.
- **Entity Type**: Private
- **Headquarters**: Southfield, Michigan, USA
- **Founded**: 2000
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Real Estate & Land Development, Power & Renewable Energy, Oil & Gas, Surveying & Mapping, Construction Management
- **Target customers**: B2B — developers, energy companies, government agencies, and infrastructure clients
- **Mission or purpose statement**: "We create solutions for the built environment." The company positions itself as a strategic advisor and partner for turnkey consulting, engineering, and construction services.

## Products & Services
- **Real Estate & Land Development**: Full-service engineering, planning, and design for master-planned communities, commercial sites, and mixed-use developments.
- **Power & Renewable Energy**: Engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services for solar, wind, battery storage, and high-voltage electrical infrastructure.
- **Oil & Gas**: Midstream engineering, pipeline and facilities design, surveying, and project management for the hydrocarbons sector.
- **Surveying & Mapping**: GIS documentation, land surveying, and location technology services (e.g., 5,400 miles of GIS documentation for a multi-state infrastructure project).
- **Strategic Construction Solutions**: A subsidiary specializing in EPC for HV electrical construction, BESS balance of plant, and carbon capture infrastructure.
- **RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture**: A subsidiary focused on national planning and landscape architecture for communities, workplaces, and public spaces.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Private company; revenue not disclosed. The company reports low turnover and high retention as a key internal metric.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly available. The company operates as the "Atwell Family of Companies," which includes Atwell, RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture, and Strategic Construction Solutions.
- **Growth Signals**: The company is actively hiring across multiple disciplines (133 open roles as of the search date) in land development, oil & gas, power & renewable energy, IT, finance, and marketing. It has a national footprint with offices across the US and is expanding its ESG and sustainability initiatives.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Full-service, turnkey model**: Offers consulting, engineering, and construction under one roof, allowing seamless collaboration across project phases.
- **Family of Companies structure**: Includes specialized subsidiaries (RVi for planning/landscape architecture, Strategic Construction Solutions for EPC) that provide deep expertise while enabling cross-team collaboration.
- **Employee-focused culture**: The company explicitly states that "the right cultural fit is just as important as the right technical fit" and reports low turnover and high retention as a result of its investment in employee development and well-being.
- **Strong values framework**: A clear set of nine core values (e.g., "Always do the right thing," "Be bold. Be creative. Be unafraid to try.") that guide operations and hiring.

## Strategic Focus
- **Sustainability & ESG**: Formalizing an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) plan to align business practices with long-term value creation and community impact.
- **Talent development**: Investing in robust onboarding, mentorship programs, continuing education, and a Learning Management System to support employee growth and retention.
- **Cross-market collaboration**: Leveraging the "Family of Companies" structure to offer integrated, turnkey solutions across real estate, energy, and infrastructure sectors.
- **Community impact**: Through the Atwell Gives Foundation, focusing on STEM education and opportunities for youth, including a partnership with Science Olympiad.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Atwell emphasizes a culture of respect, collaboration, and camaraderie, with a stated commitment to being "the employer of choice within the markets we serve." The company values cultural fit as much as technical fit.
- **Flexibility**: Offers flexible schedules, remote and hybrid working arrangements.
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive healthcare plans, flexible PTO for salaried staff, paid parental leave, annual wellness reimbursement, tuition assistance, and student loan repayment support.
- **Development**: Robust onboarding with an assigned Ambassador, a formal mentorship program after six months, a Learning Management System with extensive training, and continuing education support.
- **Diversity & Inclusion**: Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for connection and support; a stated commitment to creating an inclusive environment where employees can bring their authentic selves.
- **Work environment**: The company reports low turnover and high retention, citing its investment in employee development and well-being as key drivers.
- **Locations**: Multiple offices across the US, with roles available in Colorado, Texas, Delaware, Maryland, and more.

## Sources
1. [atwell.com](https://atwell.com/)
2. [atwell.com/careers](https://atwell.com/careers/)
3. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/atwellgroup](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/atwellgroup)
4. [atwell.com/about-atwell/culture](https://atwell.com/about-atwell/culture/)
5. [atwell.com/about-atwell/our-companies](https://atwell.com/about-atwell/our-companies/)

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