Electrical Designer - Power & Energy

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 55+ locations and growing!

• Nine consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” (#16) by Zweig Group
• Recognized as #10 in the “Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms” in the U.S. by Zweig Group
• Recognized as #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region.
• Recognized in Crains “Fast 50” as one of the fastest‑growing firms based in Michigan.
• Recognized in Crains Magazine as one of Michigan's largest privately held companies.

Atwell is currently seeking an Electrical Designer in the Renewable Energy and Utility sectors, with a primary focus on utility‑scale solar projects and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This position supports a wide range of clients, including Developers, IPPs, Utilities, EPCs, and Owner/Operators involved in power delivery, solar, wind, and energy storage projects.

The role involves supporting the electrical design of power delivery systems for renewable energy projects ranging from 100 kW to over 1,000 MW, and BESS installations from 5 MWh to 1,000+ MWh. Candidates should have a strong foundation in electrical design principles and a passion for contributing to the advancement of clean energy infrastructure.

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience supporting Renewable Energy or Utility‑scale projects
• Experience in the utility or merchant power sector is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of engineering design principles related to utility‑scale solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects

• Prepare complete drawing packages for utility‑scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and photovoltaic (PV) layouts, including facility plans, general arrangements, sections, details, and profiles to ensure clear and concise representation of system components
• Utilize a variety of engineering and power system software tools such as PSCAD, AutoCAD, PVSyst, and PVCase to support the development of technical designs
• Collaborate closely with lead engineers to execute design and performance simulations for renewable energy and energy storage projects, and generate high‑quality deliverables based on multiple design inputs
• Apply practical engineering and construction knowledge across battery storage, solar, and alternative energy technologies to ensure all deliverables comply with applicable codes, standards, and project specifications
• Support the development of electrical designs for BESS, solar PV, EV DC fast charging infrastructure, and microgrid systems

Pay Range - $30.00 - $60.00

• 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

• 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 up to $25K
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals up to $5,000
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 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

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Civil Engineering

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