Structural Engineer - Mid Level - Power & Energy

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 55+ locations and growing!

• Nine consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” (#16) by Zweig Group
• Recognized as #10 in the “Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms” in the U.S. by Zweig Group
• Recognized as #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region.
• Recognized in Crains “Fast 50” as one of the fastest‑growing firms based in Michigan.
• Recognized in Crains Magazine as one of Michigan's largest privately held companies.

Atwell’s Power & Energy team delivers utility‑scale renewable projects—solar PV, BESS, substations, and T&D. We’re hiring a mid‑level Structural Engineer to take ownership of core design packages for large solar/BESS facilities while collaborating with multi‑disciplinary teams. This is a hands‑on technical role with opportunities to lead work streams, interface with clients, and support junior staff.

• Own structural design packages for utility‑scale solar/BESS: equipment platforms and skids, inverter/transformer/PCS pads, racking/tracker foundations (piles/piers/mats), cable‑tray and site steel.
• Run and document calculations (wind/seismic/uplift/lateral/settlement) to ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC 360, IBC; translate geotechnical data into foundation criteria and designs.
• Produce and review drawings/specs (plans, sections, connection details) from 30/60/90% through IFC; perform/redline QA/QC and coordinate with CAD/BIM teams.
• Model and analyze in STAAD.Pro/Robot and L‑PILE (or equivalent); maintain traceable calc packages and design assumptions.
• Coordinate daily with project managers and civil, electrical, and geotechnical disciplines to align scope, schedule, and budget; respond to RFIs and vendor/shop drawings.

• Substation/T‑line structures (equipment supports, bus/frames, drilled/spread footings).
• PLS‑CADD/PLS‑POLE/FAD Tools for occasional T&D interfaces.
• Owner/agency review cycles, permitting submittals, and comment resolution.

• BS in Civil or Structural Engineering (MS preferred).
• 6–10 years of structural analysis and design experience with steel and concrete; direct utility‑scale solar/BESS experience strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with STAAD.Pro or Autodesk Robot and L‑PILE (or equivalent foundation tools); strong AutoCAD/Civil 3D literacy for plan production/markups.
• Working knowledge of ASCE 7, ACI 318, AISC 360, IBC; ability to convert geotechnical reports into practical, buildable designs.
• EIT required; PE preferred (or ability to obtain within 12 months).

Pay Range - $95,000-$140,000

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.

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

• 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 up to $25K
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals up to $5,000
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match
• 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

Location:

Southfield, MI

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