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. As a Distribution Designer, you will support project teams through meticulous design work on overhead and underground distribution electrical facilities, addressing engineering challenges while collaborating with electric utilities and private developers.
Responsibilities
- Distribution Overhead lines: Pole replacement, PCB transformer replacements, large infrastructure projects and line expansions
- Distribution generation, line refurbishment, and new construction (wood and composite poles)
- Grid Modernization: Smart switches & battery storage: Switch replacements, internal line conversions, rebuilds, voltage conversions and major projects
- Distribution Underground lines: Replacement of underground feeders including but not limited to identifying splicing, installation of vaults, kiosks, and switch gears
- Designs including overhead to underground transitions
- New Customer connections
- Subdivision design
- Street lighting
- Upgrade work on existing customer connections
- Design overhead and underground distribution electrical facilities and also work on projects including but not limited to: system improvement pole locations, substation design, and service design
- Address engineering challenges on diverse projects of varying sizes and scopes
- Collaborate with electric utilities and private developers
- Maintain a keen focus on precision and technical expertise
- Verify as-built conditions in GIS/AUD so that any identified discrepancies with field date are corrected as part of engineering submissions
Skills
- Knowledge of NESC, PENG (overhead and underground)
- Experience working on distribution, transmission, system improvement projects, substation design, service design, and switch replacements
- Proficiency in AutoCAD is required
- 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred
- AUD (Automated Utility Design) experience is a bonus
- Familiarity with engineering design software applications, such as PLS CADD, PLS POLE, SPIDACalc, Quick Pole, CDEGS, CYMECAP, CYMEDIST, CYMETCC, SAG10 (as specified by the purchaser)
- Background in Electric Distribution, Natural Gas Distribution, and/or Communications (Fiber)
- Strong math and engineering skills, including structural analysis, sag analysis, basic algebra, and geometry
- Understanding and adherence to the National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and client requirements
Benefits
- 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
Company Overview
- 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. It was founded in 1905, and is headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://atwell.com.
Company H1B Sponsorship
- Atwell, LLC has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 3 in 2025, 1 in 2024, 4 in 2023, 5 in 2022, 4 in 2021. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.