Project Engineer - Land Development

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 and 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!

• 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

Atwell is seeking a Project Engineer who is passionate about site/civil engineering and land development. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead transformative projects and drive growth through your expertise and commitment to excellence.

• Showcase Your Expertise
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  Apply your deep knowledge of engineering principles to design water and wastewater distribution systems, surface water management systems, site grading, roadway design, and more.
• Lead Projects
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  Oversee projects from initial entitlements to construction completion, ensuring every phase is executed flawlessly.
• Navigate Permitting
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  Efficiently handle multiple permitting entitlements across various governmental agencies, leveraging your local expertise to streamline the process.
• Strategize Permitting
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  Develop and implement sophisticated permitting strategies to meet deadlines for both expansive developments and compact commercial projects.
• Engage & Grow
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  Actively participate in marketing initiatives to enhance our company’s presence, and build and maintain strong relationships with clients and government entities.
• Drive Success
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  Contribute to company growth by delivering exceptional projects and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction.

• Educational Background
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  Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an EAC/ABET Accredited University.
• Professional Certification
  : PE Licensure is required.
• Local Experience
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  Relevant work experience in Virginia is preferred.
• Technical Skills
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  Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, WaterCAD, StormCAD, and SewerCAD is preferred.

$90,000 — $126,000 USD

• 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

• 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