Electrical T & D Designer - MC & I - Oil and Gas
Atwell, LLC
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Job summary
Atwell, LLC is seeking a mid-level Electrical Designer in the Oil & Gas group. You will perform engineering drafts under a Professional Engineer, supporting client projects and delivering quality work on time and within budget.
Responsibilities include creating electrical and mechanical system drawings, one-line/three-line diagrams, and PLSCADD designs. You will also help develop standards, mentor junior staff, and communicate with clients as needed.
Qualifications
- Associate degree in Drafting, Design, or related field is preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant engineering drafting and design experience.
- Ability to interpret basic one-line/three-line diagrams and schematics.
- Basic working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems in industrial environments.
- Proficiency with PLSCADD is required.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD is required.
- Proficiency with AUD is required.
- Familiarity with NEC, NESC, RUS codes is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.).
- Maintain high ethical and professional standards within the organization.
- Engage in lifelong learning to maintain knowledge of contemporary issues.
- Willingness to attend safety training and related sessions.
- Provide technical guidance for junior drafters and designers.
- Strong written and verbal English communication.
Responsibilities
- Performs detailed design and prepares drawings for electrical power and mechanical systems including one-line/three-line diagrams, schematics, conduits, and wiring diagrams.
- Provides conceptual and high-level designs during bidding with limited information.
- Contributes to external T&D standards development.
- Performs various T&D designs in PLSCADD.
- Prepares documents like basis of designs, BOMs and specifications.
- Checks the work of designers and drafters for quality and accuracy.
- Contributes to CAD and PLSCADD standard development.
- Simplifies complex tasks for efficiency.
- Supports QA/QC and takes ownership of quality.
- Assists with client communications and meetings.
- Maintains strong company-client relationships.
- Other duties as assigned.
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Job 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 75+ locations and growing!
Atwell, LLCis a proud recipient of the following 2025awards:
- 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
As a mid-level Electrical Designer in the Oil & Gas group, you will be responsible for performing engineering design under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer. You will be responsible for supporting client projects and providing a quality deliverable that is on time and within the defined budget.
- Performs detailed design and prepares drawings for all aspects of electrical power and mechanical systems within the industrial space to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, schematics, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, general arrangement, selection of equipment, and wiring diagrams.
- Provides conceptual and high-level designs during bidding stage of projects with limited information or direction.
- Assists with external T&D standards development, such as Distribution and Transmission Construction Standards.
- Performs various T&D designs in PLSCADD
- Prepares a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including basis of designs, bill of materials, and specifications as required.
- Checks the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required.
- Contributes to CAD & PLSCADD standard development in a manner that is cognizant of both engineering and design departments.
- Reduces complexity of projects/tasks within their discipline for high-level efficiency.
- Serves a major role in the QA/QC process and takes initiative and ownership on all project and task quality.
- Assists with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings.
- Maintains outstanding company-client relationships.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
- Education: Associate degree in Drafting, Design, or related field is preferred
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant engineering drafting and design, or other relevant experience
- Ability to interpret basic one-line/three-line diagrams and schematics
- Basic working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems as they relate to industrial environments
- Proficiency with PLSCADD is required
- Proficiency with AutoCAD
- Proficiency with AUD
- Familiarity and experience utilizing various codes and standards such as NEC, NESC, RUS, etc.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and additional computer software
- Maintain high ethical and professional standards within the overall organization
- Engaged in lifelong learning to maintain knowledge of contemporary issues
- Willingness to attend conferences, training workshops, seminars, regular undergraduate, and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work
- Willingness to attend safety training and follow safety rules and guidelines
- Provide technical assistance and training for junior drafters and designers
- A strong written and verbal command of the English language
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Pay Range - $32.00 - $50.00, + benefits, + year-end bonus.
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.
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
- 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
- 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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