Project Engineer - Land Development · Atwell, LLC | Nort
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Atwell, LLC
Project Engineer - Land Development
United States
Lincolnshire, Illinois, United States
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 Southeastern US
Job Summary
01Responsible for land development, residential, industrial, retail, mixed-use, healthcare, educational and recreational design technical tasks including, but not limited to: conceptual site layout; utility design; roadway design; site grading design; soil erosion and sedimentation control design; floodplain studies; providing permitting and entitlement support; preparation of engineer’s opinions of probable cost; assistance with preparation of proposals; and construction support.
Accountability and Duties
02Prepares engineer’s opinion of probable cost
03Prepares design calculations
04Maintains a good relationship with clients
05Prepares permit applications for applicable municipal agencies
06Responsible for preparation of feasibility studies, master planning and engineering, design of water, sanitary and storm sewer, paving and detention facilities
07Assists in preparation of proposals for engineering services
08Reviews and prepares project specifications
09Assists in production of final construction drawings
10Mentors and assists with training Civil Engineers
11Delegates specific project components to Civil Engineers
12Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects
13Responsible for project schedules and time completion of projects
14Participates in business development activities
15Professionally represent the firm at client and municipal meetings/hearings
16Prepares and monitors project budgets, billing and assists with A/R
17Perform other duties incidental to the work described herein.
Required Certificates, Licenses, Registration
18PE License required.
19Valid driver’s license.
Qualification Requirements
206+ years of experience; AutoCAD Civil 3D experience
Education and/or Experience
21Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
22Ability 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.
23Outstanding writing, communications and interpersonal skills.
24Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office.
25Must be fluent in the English language
Physical Demands
26The 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.
27While 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.
28While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions, possibly for extended assignments.
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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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
29Generous Paid Time Off
30Paid Parental Leave
31Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
32Tenure 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
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