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Senior Engineer/Project Manager - Civil Renewables - Solar and BESS

Atwell LLC

  • Southfield, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • $100,000–$150,000 Per Year

Highlights

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 regionRecognized 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 USThe Opportunity Atwell's Power & Energy team is hiring a senior civil professional to lead site development for large-scale renewable projects. Core Responsibilities (Technical) Utility-scale site layout optimization for PV arrays and BESS yards (setbacks, topographic constraints, access, O&M, drainage).Grading/earthwork (mass balance, constructability on variable terrain; under-rack grading; tracker constraints).Hydraulics & hydrology (detention/retention, culverts, channels, outfalls, floodplain impacts).Stormwater & erosion control plans (SWPPP, BMPs) tailored to phased construction.

Numbers & Facts

LocationSouthfield, MI
IndustryEngineering Services
Salary$100,000–$150,000 Per Year
Company Size500 to 999 employees
Year Founded2008
Websitehttp://www.atwell-group.com

Description

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 70+ 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 regionRecognized 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 USThe Opportunity Atwell's Power & Energy team is hiring a senior civil professional to lead site development for large-scale renewable projects. You'll own scope, schedule, and budget; direct multi-disciplinary design; and serve as a primary client interface from early feasibility through IFC and construction support.What You'll Lead (Day-to-Day) Project ownership: Drive civil workstreams (site planning, grading, drainage, roadways, stormwater, erosion/sediment control) from feasibility and 10/30/60/90% through IFC and as-built.Design management: Set design criteria; review/approve calculations, plans, and specs; enforce QA/QC and Atwell standards.Multi-discipline coordination: Align civil with electrical collection, substation, environmental/permitting, and survey; resolve interfaces and constraints.Permitting & entitlement: Lead submittals and responses with AHJs (SWPPP, NPDES, grading, access/ROW, drainage reports, floodplain, utility coordination).Client/PM responsibilities: Manage schedules, budgets, risks, and change orders; run progress meetings; present technical findings and value-engineering options.Construction support: Provide RFIs responses, design clarifications, cut/fill optimization, access improvements, and field reviews/site walks as needed.Team leadership: Mentor and direct engineers/designers; delegate production tasks; develop best practices and reusable details/standards.Core Responsibilities (Technical) Utility-scale site layout optimization for PV arrays and BESS yards (setbacks, topographic constraints, access, O&M, drainage).Grading/earthwork (mass balance, constructability on variable terrain; under-rack grading; tracker constraints).Hydraulics & hydrology (detention/retention, culverts, channels, outfalls, floodplain impacts).Stormwater & erosion control plans (SWPPP, BMPs) tailored to phased construction.Reports & deliverables: Civil basis-of-design, drainage/H&H reports, quantity takeoffs, opinions of probable cost, and IFC package leadership.Tools You'll Use AutoCAD & Civil 3D (surfaces, corridors, grading, pipe networks, sheet sets).H&H modeling: HEC-RAS/HEC-HMS (or Hydraflow equivalents).Nice-to-have: GIS workflows, Bluebeam, Procore, PV-adjacent tools (e.g., PVcase Civil or similar), glare/reflectivity assessments, and basic 3D earthwork tools.Qualifications BS in Civil Engineering (MS a plus).8–12+ years of civil/site design with at least 4+ years in utility-scale solar/BESS or comparable large infrastructure.PE license (or ability to obtain in short order) strongly preferred.Proven project management experience (scope, schedule, budget, risk, change management).Demonstrated success leading multi-disciplinary design teams and mentoring junior staff.Willingness to travel periodically for site walks, permitting meetings, and construction support.Par Range - $100,000 - $150,000 Base + 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.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 OffFlexible work schedules are available for some positionsTenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferencesCompensation:Competitive Compensation packagesAnnual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensationTuition AssistanceStudent Loan Repayment up to $25KPaid Licensing / Certification Fees and RenewalsFinancial Rewards for Obtaining LicensureEmployee Referrals up to $5,000Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)Dependent Care MatchMedical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)Family Planning & IVF BenefitsPet InsuranceHealth Savings Account & Flex Spending Account optionsEmployer paid LTD, STD, and life insuranceMetlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illnessMember Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services#J-18808-Ljbffr

About Company

Atwell is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering and construction industry. We serve three markets, and deliver countless solutions to our clients.

Atwell includes three divisions – Atwell, LLC, Strategic Construction Solutions, and Atwell Canada. As individual entities, these companies offer custom solutions for your precise industry. Working together, they collaborate seamlessly across departments and locations to deliver what you need, where you need it, all from one trusted source.

Atwell International: Expertise on the global stage
To service clients with global interests or portfolios, Atwell operates an international division with experience in more than 25 countries on five continents. Our teams are able to offer consistent program management for US-based organizations expanding into other countries, as well as support foreign investors and companies with real estate interests in the US.

Our team has provided program management, regulatory consulting, environmental consulting and development services in support of major manufacturers and suppliers in global markets, specifically automotive and transportation.

Driven by projects and clients, the division has had a sustained presence in Asia for the past decade, with offices previously in both South Korea and China. Atwell also maintains relationships with global partners to extend its reach and knowledge base to any area, regardless of previous experience.

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