Gas Distribution Designer

Atwell, LLC is a leading consulting, engineering, and construction services company with a strong national presence and a dedicated team.

• Prepare design drawings and construction‑related documents for natural gas distribution projects.
• Interpret sketches, redlines, specification outlines, utility records, field notes, and client standards to develop accurate design deliverables.
• Create design drawings using CAD software and client‑specific platforms, including the internal DDS system.
• Support gas main replacement, new service installations, relocations, upgrades, and other distribution‑related projects.
• Perform pre‑design and pre‑construction site visits to verify existing conditions, gather field information, and support constructability.
• Review site proposals, surveys, base maps, utility records, and project data to support design development.
• Develop detailed design drawings from general project information, sketches, and field documentation.
• Ensure designs adhere to applicable codes, standards, client requirements, project‑specific procedures, and safety expectations.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, utility representatives, construction teams, and internal design staff.
• Assist with material takeoffs, permitting support, construction estimates, and project documentation as needed.
• Maintain and manage CAD files, templates, design models, and project records.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• 3–5+ years of experience in gas distribution, utility design, or related drafting/design work (entry‑level candidates with strong CAD skills and interest will also be considered).
• Strong experience using Computer‑Aided Design software such as AutoCAD, AutoCAD Map 3D, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or similar tools.
• Experience with client‑specific utility design platforms or the ability to learn new design software quickly.
• Ability to perform field visits, gather site information, and translate field conditions into accurate design documents.
• Understanding of utility design standards, construction drawings, and project documentation.
• Knowledge of gas distribution systems, mains, services, valves, tie‑ins, utility records, and construction documentation.
• Experience performing pre‑design site walks, field verification, and pre‑construction coordination.
• Familiarity with Wisconsin utility work or Midwest gas distribution projects is a plus.
• Strong CAD experience and comfort learning client‑specific platforms.

This position is based in Green Bay, WI. The role allows a hybrid schedule with office work on some days and remote flexibility on others. Candidates must be located in the Wisconsin market and will travel to client sites in Green Bay, Wausau, Milwaukee, and Madison as needed.

$25—$55

USD per hour.

• Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible work schedules (for some positions)
• 401(k) match up to 4% of compensation
• Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Repayment
• Paid Licensing/Certification Fees and Renewals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement (gym memberships, fitness trackers, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match
• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage (BC/BS, Delta, VSP)
• Family Planning & IVF Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account options
• Employer‑paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
• Supplemental Metlife Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with counseling, legal and financial services