Electrical Engineer

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 1,800+ passionate team members across 55+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2024 awards:

• 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.

About the Position

Atwell, located in Southfield, MI office is currently seeking Electrical Engineers with experience working as an Owner’s Engineer in the Renewable Energy market.  This work includes support to Developers, IPPs, Utilities, EPCs, and Owner/Operators of Solar and Energy Storage systems.  The work entails review and design of the Electrical aspects for Solar PV projects ranging in sizes from 100KW to 1,000MW and Battery Storage system from 5MWh to 1,000MWh+, particularly desirable is experience with Balance of System design. Included in the work may be on-site support, overseeing construction and commissioning of solar PV and energy storage facilities with an emphasis on the design elements necessary for the lifetime operation and maintenance of the facility. 

Requirements 

• A minimum of 5 years proven electrical engineering design experience in the DC power, battery energy storage, or microgrid industry (industrial scale to utility scale projects.
• Experience in electrical design, construction and commissioning associated with power generating facilities including BOP Electrical Design and Project Management.
• BSEE or equivalent experience
• Experience working with IPPs, Utilities, ISOs, EPCs and Developers

Day to Day

1. Perform and direct others in the detailed design of medium to high voltage utility substations including one-line diagrams, elementary and wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, substation physical layouts, selection of substation equipment, writing of substation equipment specifications, proposal development, construction cost estimates, and project scheduling.
2. Ensure Atwell quality procedures are followed.
3. Perform QA/QC for deliverables to clients.
4. Manage schedule, budget, and quality of assigned projects.
5. Electrical Supervision of utility scale Wind, Solar PV and Battery Storage design projects.
6. Utilize various engineering power systems software, such as PSCAD, PVSyst and/or PVCase.
7. Design, Review and oversee Electrical Infrastructure for power generating facilities with a focus on Renewable Power Sources.
8. Responsible for supporting renewable energy proposals, running design and performance software for energy storage and renewables system designs, and performing renewable energy related project electrical engineering roles for power markets.
9. Real-world project design engineering/construction experience with a combination of battery storage, solar, and alternative energy related technologies.
10. Develop electrical designs for battery storage, solar, EV DC fast charging and microgrid related technologies.

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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:

• Competitive Compensation packages 
• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
• 401K match to dollar-for-dollar up to four percent (4%)
• 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

‘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