--- title: 'Structural Designer - Solar PV/BESS - Power and Energy at Atwell, LLC' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/structural-designer-solar-pv-bess-power-and-energy-atwell-llc-atwell-tzmc75k5jm8m' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-12' --- # Structural Designer - Solar PV/BESS - Power and Energy at Atwell, LLC - **Company:** Atwell, LLC - **Location:** Atwell - **Compensation:** $30–$55/hr - **Posted:** 2026-08-20 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-12 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/atwellgroup/jobs/5218062007 ## 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 Position Overview Atwell is seeking an experienced Structural Designer to support the design and execution of utility-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects across our Power & Energy team. This role will focus on structural design and drafting support for renewable energy projects, including PV racking and tracker systems, equipment foundations, structural details, site coordination, and construction drawing packages. This is an excellent opportunity for a designer who enjoys technically detailed renewable energy projects and wants exposure to the full structural design process for Solar PV and BESS facilities. The ideal candidate will have experience preparing structural drawing packages, coordinating with engineers and designers across disciplines, and supporting projects from conceptual design through IFC deliverables and construction support. ## Key Responsibilities - Support the development of structural design drawing packages for utility-scale Solar PV and BESS projects. - Prepare and revise structural layouts, foundation plans, pile layouts, racking/tracker details, equipment pad layouts, steel support details, and construction details. - Support structural design for PV tracker systems, fixed-tilt racking, inverter skids, transformer pads, BESS equipment pads, PCS equipment, and related balance-of-plant structures. - Coordinate with structural engineers, civil teams, electrical teams, project managers, vendors, and other design staff to ensure deliverables are accurate, complete, and aligned with project scope. - Incorporate design markups, redlines, vendor information, geotechnical data, survey information, and client comments into structural drawing packages. - Assist with material take-offs, drawing updates, as-builts, and construction support documentation. - Support project execution from conceptual layout through detailed design, IFC packages, and construction support. - Maintain drawing quality, design consistency, and adherence to applicable codes, client standards, project specifications, and Atwell procedures. - Work with multidisciplinary teams across renewables, civil/site, electrical, substation, transmission, and interconnection-related projects. - Support construction and field activities as needed, including responding to design questions, RFIs, and field-related drawing revisions. ## Qualifications - Associate’s degree, technical certification, or equivalent hands-on experience in structural drafting/design, civil/structural design, renewable energy design, or related field. - Minimum of 3+ years of structural design or drafting experience, preferably supporting Solar PV, BESS, renewable energy, power delivery, industrial, or civil infrastructure projects. - Proficiency in AutoCAD required; experience with Civil 3D, MicroStation, Revit, or other structural/design platforms is a plus. - Experience preparing structural design packages, including foundation plans, equipment layouts, structural details, sections, notes, schedules, and construction drawings. - Understanding of structural components such as steel supports, concrete foundations, equipment pads, piles, racking systems, tracker systems, and balance-of-plant structures. - Ability to read and interpret engineering markups, vendor drawings, geotechnical reports, survey data, and project specifications. ## Preferred Experience - Experience supporting utility-scale Solar PV and/or BESS projects. - Familiarity with PV racking systems, single-axis trackers, fixed-tilt systems, driven piles, inverter pads, transformer pads, BESS container pads, PCS equipment pads, and other renewable energy structural elements. - Experience coordinating with civil, electrical, substation, transmission, and geotechnical teams on large-scale energy projects. - Exposure to structural design software or analysis tools such as RISA, STAAD.Pro, L-Pile, Enercalc, or similar platforms is a plus. - Familiarity with renewable energy project phases, including conceptual layouts, permit drawings, detailed design, IFC packages, construction support, and as-builts. - Ability to support multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining drawing quality and design consistency. Pay Range - $30/hr. - $55/hr., + bonus. 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. ## #LI-TK1 Pay Range $30—$55 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. 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