Technical Advisor - Data Centers Structural

atwellgroup

Atwell (NY)

Hybrid

USD 130,000 - 175,000

Full time

5 days ago

Be an early applicant

A complete application in a minute

Tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible work schedules

Tenure Travel Vouchers

401K match

Tuition Assistance

Licensure/Certification Fees

Student Loan Repayment

Job summary

Atwell, LLC is seeking a Technical Advisor - Structural in the Data Center group. You will perform engineering design and analysis under the supervision of a Professional Engineer, supporting client projects to deliver quality results on time and within budget.

Salary ranges from $130,000 to $175,000 per year, with opportunities available for both local in-office work (Lakewood, CO) and full-time remote arrangements.

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
7+ years of relevant engineering or field experience.
PE license or ability to obtain PE within 1 year.
Proficiency with AutoCAD, MathCAD, modeling, and design software (SAP2000, PLS-CADD, AutoCAD Civil 3D), and MS Office.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States full-time.

Responsibilities

Works with Directors and VP as SME on complex Civil/Structural projects.
Reviews detailed structural design for substations, coordination, and BOP design.
Produces drawings (general arrangements, elevations, plans).
Writes and reviews material, construction, and steel specifications.
Checks submittals for conformance with specs and design.
Assists with technical standards creation and enforcement.
Prepares calculations and models for structural designs; include simple hand checks.
Generates cost estimates, budgets, proposals and studies.

Skills

AutoCAD

MathCAD

SAP2000

PLS-CADD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

SAP2000

PLS-CADD

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 75+ 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 Southeast US

About the Position

As a Technical Advisor - Structural in the Data Center group, you will be responsible for performing engineering design and analysis 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.

Salary Range: $130,000 - $175,000 / year

The salary range above is based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market.

This opportunity is available to both local / in-office (Lakewood, CO) and full-time remote candidates.

Essential Responsibilities

Works closely with Directors and the Vice President, acting as a subject matter expert on the most complex projects within the Civil / Structural department
Performs the review of detailed structural design and engineering for all aspects of electric power substations including but not limited to interconnecting utility documents, multi-disciplinary coordination, and BOP plant design
Typical design products might include general arrangements, elevations, plan and profile drawings, grading plans, road plans, foundation plan and details, structural steel drawings and details, bus and connection details, bill of materials, building plan, conductor stringing tables, fence details, permitting, and drainage plans
Writes and reviews material, construction, and steel specifications
Reviews submittals for conformance with specifications and design
Assists with the creation and enforcement of technical standards across the department
Prepares hand and computer-based calculations and models for structural designs. Employee should create a simple hand check to quantify the computer aided results
Prepares a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including cost estimates, budget reports, proposals, and studies for complex projects
Performs field inspection and construction supervision services when needed
Checks the work of designers, drafters, and engineers for overall quality and accuracy as required
Maintains a strong understanding and comprehension of applicable Codes and Standards
Attends conferences, training workshops, seminars, undergraduate, and graduate classes as appropriate for advancement and as required to maintain quality of work
Attends safety training and follows safety rules and guidelines
Other duties as assigned

Must-Have Qualifications

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, civil/structural emphasis preferred
7+ years of relevant engineering or field experience
Licensure: PE or ability to obtain PE within 1 year
Proficiency with AutoCAD, MathCAD, modeling, and design software such as SAP2000, PLS-CADD, and AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite
Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
Good interpersonal skills
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

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.

Pay Range

$135,000 - $175,000 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: