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Electrical Engineer, Mission Critical Substations - Power & Energy

Role overview

Summary

This role is for a mid-level Electrical Engineer in the Data Center Substations group at Atwell, LLC. You will support client projects by performing engineering design and analysis, ensuring quality deliverables are completed on time and within budget.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred.
  • 1 – 5 years of relevant engineering or field experience.
  • Knowledge and familiarity with substation electrical design.
  • Effective written and oral communications skills.
  • Preferred: Experience with AutoCAD

Responsibilities

  • Perform detailed design on substation electrical power systems including diagrams and equipment specifications.
  • Prepare computer-based models and conduct power system studies on electrical power transmission and distribution systems.
  • Develop protective relay settings.
  • Provide field assistance and troubleshooting.

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Non-Verbal Communication
  • Social Skills
  • Problem Solving

About the company

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Atwell, LLC

  • Engineering Services
  • Large
  • 1,001–5,000
Atwell is a full-service consulting, engineering and construction services firm that delivers a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate and land development, power and energy, and oil and gas markets.Atwell brings together a broad platform of diverse services to provide customized solutions for your precise industry. As a professional services company, we work together across disciplines to provide industry knowledge and technical expertise while developing and sustaining long-lasting relationships with our clients.We are a business of passionate people. For every project, we instinctively manage critical issues like quality, safety and technical results. But it may surprise you to know how well we get to know you and your vision – and how we boldly advocate for your success.When our teams work together on your behalf, remarkable things begin to happen. No matter what the project, Atwell delivers complete services with complete confidence.

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Job description

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 Description

As a mid-level Electrical Engineer in the Data Center Substations group, you will be responsible for performing engineering design and analysis under the responsible charge of a Professional Engineer. You will be responsible for supporting client projects and providing a quality deliverable that is on time and within the defined budget.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Performs detailed design on all aspects of substation electrical power systems to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, control and relaying schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA, communications, conduit and cable sizing/routing, grounding design, general arrangement, selection of equipment, writing of equipment specifications, project and construction cost estimates, and project scheduling
  • Prepares computer-based models and perform power system studies on utility and industrial/commercial electrical power transmission and distribution systems, including short circuit, load flow, relay coordination, arc flash, power factor, harmonic analysis, and other related studies.  Employee should create simple hand checks to quantify the computer aided results
  • Develops protective relay settings. 
  • Prepares a variety of documents and reports associated with projects including cost estimates, budget reports, proposals, and studies
  • Provides field assistance and troubleshooting
  • Checks the work of designers, drafters, and field service personnel for general quality and accuracy as required
  • Understands the applications of relevant Codes and Standards
  • Assists with client contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments and meetings
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Education: Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution, electric power option preferred
  • Experience: 1 – 5 years of relevant engineering or field experience
  • Licensure: FE, PE is a plus, but not required
  • Knowledge and familiarity with substation electrical design
  • Experience with AutoCAD is a plus
  • Possesses effective written and oral communications skills
  • Good interpersonal and people skills

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.

Pay Range$90,000—$120,000 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:

  • 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 - 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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