Project Engineer - Land Development Madison, Wisconsin, United States

Atwell, LLC; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

401K match up to 4%

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Atwell, LLC is seeking a Project Engineer to lead design efforts for land development projects, providing technical expertise and helping manage budgets and schedules. The role involves working with clients and agencies, resolving engineering challenges, and mentoring project team members.

The ideal candidate holds a Civil Engineering degree, a PE license, and 4+ years of relevant experience, with advanced knowledge of grading, drainage, stormwater, and utilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 4+ years of engineering experience.
• Advanced knowledge of land development design (grading, drainage, stormwater, utilities).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and related software.
• Experience guiding and mentoring team members.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead site design, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, and utilities.
• Prepare/review plans, reports, calculations, costs, and permits.
• Coordinate with clients, municipalities, and agencies for approvals.
• Review survey data, zoning requirements, and conduct site visits.
• Provide construction support and resolve design/field issues.
• Mentor engineers and CAD technicians.
• Use AutoCAD Civil 3D to deliver quality work on schedule.
• Support proposal development and report project progress to PM.

Skills

Team mentorship

Communication

Problem solving

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

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

Job Description

The Project Engineer leads design efforts for land development projects, provides technical expertise, and helps maintain project budgets and schedules. This role works with clients and agencies, resolves engineering challenges, and mentors project team members.

Responsibilities

Lead site design, including grading, drainage, stormwater management, and utility systems.

Prepare and review engineering plans, reports, calculations, cost estimates, and permit applications.

Coordinate with clients, municipalities, and agencies to address feedback and obtain approvals.

Review survey data, research zoning requirements, and conduct site visits.

Provide construction support and resolve design and field issues.

Guide and mentor engineers and CAD technicians.

Use AutoCAD Civil 3D and related software to deliver quality work within project deadlines.

Support proposal development and communicate project progress and workload needs to the Project Manager.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.

Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

4+ years of relevant engineering experience.

Advanced knowledge of land development design, including grading, drainage, stormwater, and utilities.

Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and related engineering software.

Experience guiding and mentoring team members.

Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

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.

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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
• 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
• 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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As set forth in Atwell, LLC’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy,we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.

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A "disabled veteran" is one of the following: a veteran of the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service who is entitled to compensation (or who but for the receipt of military retired pay would be entitled to compensation) under laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; or a person who was discharged or released from active duty because of a service-connected disability.

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