Senior Physical Engineer - Data Centers

Atwell, LLC; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

401K match - 1:1 up to 4%

Annual bonuses

Paid Licensing / Certification Fees

Job summary

Atwell, LLC is seeking a Senior Physical Engineer - Data Centers to lead physical engineering design and documentation for data centers and mission-critical infra projects. You will manage site layouts, grounding, conduit and cable routing plans, BOMs, and construction documents to ensure quality and standards.

The ideal candidate has 6–8 years of related experience, a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, and preferably a PE license.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of physical engineering for data centers and power infrastructure.
• Ability to lead technical execution and coordinate multidisciplinary activities.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution.
• PE license preferred and US work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Lead physical engineering assignments for data centers using established standards.
• Prepare and review calculations, reports, specs, and construction documents.
• Develop deliverables including site layouts, grounding, conduit, and BOMs.
• Provide field support, site observations, and client coordination.

Skills

Physical engineering principles

Data centers experience

Engineering calculations

Project coordination

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

PE license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MathCAD

Microsoft Office

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

About the Position

The Senior Physical Engineer - Data Centers leads the technical execution of physical engineering design, analysis, and technical documentation activities for data centers and mission-critical infrastructure projects. Responsibilities may include site layouts, equipment arrangements, grounding systems, conduit systems, cable routing systems, engineering calculations, technical studies, construction support, and project coordination. In this role, an employee will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in the essential functions below.

• Lead physical engineering assignments for data centers projects using established engineering standards and practices.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, studies, and project documentation.
• Develop and coordinate physical engineering deliverables including site layouts, equipment arrangements, grounding plans, conduit plans, cable routing plans, bills of material, and construction documents.
• Perform and review engineering analyses related to grounding systems, conduit systems, equipment layouts, bus ampacity, conduit fill requirements, and other physical design activities.
• Review project requirements, vendor information, client specifications, submittals, and applicable standards to support project execution.
• Lead planning, coordination, and execution of assigned project phases, work packages, and engineering deliverables to support successful project delivery.
• Act as a technical lead for assigned project scopes, ensuring technical accuracy, consistency, and adherence to established engineering standards and practices.
• Lead technical reviews and QA/QC activities to maintain technical quality within assigned scope and ensure deliverables meet company, client, and industry standards.
• Contribute to engineering standards, technical consistency, and application of design practices across assigned projects.
• Provide field support, troubleshooting, site observations, and construction support activities as required.
• Support client communication, technical discussions, project coordination, and project deliverables through effective collaboration with project teams and stakeholders.
• Conduct engineering research related to applicable codes, standards, technologies, and industry practices.
• Perform other job-related responsibilities as assigned.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of physical engineering principles related to data centers, mission-critical, and power infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of site layouts, equipment arrangements, grounding systems, conduit systems, cable routing systems, and applicable industry codes and standards.
• Ability to independently perform and review engineering calculations, analyses, technical studies, and project documentation.
• Ability to lead technical execution, coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities, and manage technical quality within assigned project scopes.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments and priorities.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, MathCAD, Microsoft Office, and related engineering software applications.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Commitment to quality, continuous improvement, safety, and professional development.
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• 6-8 years of related engineering or field experience.
• Experience supporting data centers, mission‑critical, power delivery, utility, industrial, or related infrastructure projects.
• Experience preparing and reviewing engineering calculations, technical reports, design documentation, technical studies, and project deliverables.
• Experience performing physical design and engineering analysis for infrastructure or power‑related projects.
• Experience leading assigned project phases, technical work packages, or engineering deliverables and coordinating multidisciplinary project activities.
• Experience coordinating with engineers, designers, project managers, clients, and project stakeholders.
• Work is performed in a professional work environment, with work location and reporting expectations determined by business needs and position requirements. Some field work may be required.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and operate a computer and other office productivity equipment.
• Frequently communicates and collaborates with clients, engineers, designers, contractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.
• Must be able to move around project sites and work in indoor or outdoor environments as required.
• Travel may be required based on client and project needs.

Cultural Fit

• Independent yet Collaborative
• Dependable
• Flexible
• Results Oriented
• Client Focused
• Exempt | Overtime pay is not required

Disclaimer

• The information contained herein is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all‑inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the USA.
• If your current job responsibilities differ from your assigned duties, please contact Human Resources.

Pay Range

$100,000 - $165,000 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
• 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

Voluntary Self-Identification

For government reporting purposes, we ask candidates to respond to the below self-identification survey.Completion of the form is entirely voluntary. Whatever your decision, it will not be considered in the hiringprocess or thereafter. Any information that you do provide will be recorded and maintained in aconfidential file.

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.

If you believe you belong to any of the categories of protected veterans listed below, please indicate by making the appropriate selection.As a government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we request this information in order to measurethe effectiveness of the outreach and positive recruitment efforts we undertake pursuant to VEVRAA. Classification of protected categoriesis as follows:

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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