Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Generation

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 70+ 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 Atwell is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to support and help lead complex projects across our Power & Energy team, with a focus on Power Generation. This role will play a key part in overseeing and coordinating engineering efforts related to substation physical design, protection and controls (P&C), and interconnection for utility-scale renewable energy projects including solar, wind, and BESS. As a senior member of the team, this individual will provide technical leadership across multi-disciplinary project teams, support client-facing engineering execution, and help guide projects from early development through detailed design and delivery. This is an opportunity to join a growing national team supporting some of the most impactful projects in power generation and grid infrastructure. Essential Functions Lead and oversee electrical engineering design efforts for power generation projects, with primary involvement in substation physical, protection and controls, and interconnection engineering. Coordinate with internal teams across civil, structural, SCADA, transmission, distribution, studies, project management, and construction to ensure integrated and high-quality project execution. Support the development, review, and delivery of engineering packages including one-lines, three-lines, wiring diagrams, relay schemes, physical layouts, design criteria, technical reports, specifications, and bills of material. Provide senior-level technical guidance for interconnection support, including review of utility requirements, interconnection packages, and engineering deliverables tied to ISO/RTO and utility processes. Oversee engineering quality, technical accuracy, and compliance with applicable codes and standards including NEC, NESC, IEEE, ANSI, NFPA, and internal QA/QC procedures. Partner with project managers and leadership on scope development, scheduling, resource planning, budgeting, proposal support, and change order review. Participate in client meetings, design reviews, site walkdowns, and construction support, serving as a technical representative for the electrical team. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program. 8+ years of experience in electrical engineering within power generation, substations, utility infrastructure, or renewable energy projects. Strong background supporting or overseeing substation physical design and/or protection and controls design for medium- to high-voltage projects. Experience supporting interconnection-related engineering efforts for utility-scale generation projects, including coordination with utilities, developers, and internal studies teams. Working knowledge of applicable industry standards and practices including NEC, NESC, IEEE, ANSI, and NFPA. Proficiency with engineering and design tools such as AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office, with exposure to power systems software such as ETAP, SKM, PSS/E, PSCAD, ASPEN, PowerWorld, or similar tools preferred. PE license preferred, or the ability to obtain licensure based on experience and career level. Preferred Background Experience supporting utility-scale solar, wind, and BESS projects. Ability to work across both technical execution and project coordination responsibilities. Strong communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients, internal leadership, and cross-functional engineering teams. Pay Range - $100,000 - $170,000+ base, bonus, and company benefits. This role can be fully remote anywhere across the US. 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. #LI-TK1 Pay Range $100,000 — $180,000 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