Project Engineer - Civil Renewables

Atwell; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible work schedules

401K match

Tuition Assistance

Annual bonuses

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

A prominent consulting and engineering firm is seeking a Civil Engineer with expertise in AutoCAD Civil 3D to design renewable energy site plans, particularly solar arrays and battery systems. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience, a PE license, and a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. Responsibilities include preparing project budgets and schedules, mentoring junior engineers, and maintaining relationships with clients. The firm offers a competitive salary range of $90,000 - $135,000 USD and various comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience required.
• PE license required.
• Must be fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Design renewable energy site plans using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Prepare and maintain project budgets and schedules.
• Mentor and assist junior engineers.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 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 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

Accountability and Duties

• Designs renewable energy site plans utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D with a focus on ground mounted solar arrays and battery energy storage systems (BESS).
• Prepares engineer’s opinion of probable cost
• Prepares design calculations
• Maintains a good relationship with clients
• Prepares permit applications for applicable municipal agencies
• Responsible for preparation of feasibility studies, master planning and engineering, design of water, sanitary and storm sewer, paving and detention facilities
• Assists in preparation of proposals for engineering services
• Reviews and prepares project specifications
• Assists in production of final construction drawings
• Mentors and assists with training Civil Engineers
• Delegates specific project components to Civil Engineers
• Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects
• Responsible for project schedules and time completion of projects
• Participates in business development activities
• Professionally represent the firm at client and municipal meetings/hearings
• Prepares and monitors project budgets, billing and assists with A/R
• Perform other duties incidental to the work described herein.

Required Certificates, Licenses, Registration

• PE license required.
• Valid driver’s license.

Qualification Requirements

• 6+ years of experience, AutoCAD Civil 3D experience

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Outstanding writing, communications and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office.
• Must be fluent in the English language

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop; kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee may frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions, possibly for extended assignments.

Pay Range

$90,000 - $135,000 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