Civil Engineer - Land Development

Atwell, LLC
Lincolnshire, IL
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for early-career civil engineers who collaborate across disciplines and manage technical design tasks in the land development domain.

Best fit for

  • Early-career civil engineers with a passion for land development and multi-disciplinary teamwork
    — “Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.”
  • Candidates skilled in AutoCAD Civil 3D and detail-oriented in preparing site analysis and grading reports
    — “Designs site plans utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D.”
  • Individuals capable of working flexible hours and engaging with clients and public officials
    — “Attends client and public meetings- days or evenings.”

Things to consider

  • The role requires availability to work nights and weekends to meet project deadlines
    — “Available to work nights and weekends to complete projects as necessary.”
  • Candidates must be fluent in English and have a valid driver's license for on-site work
    — “Must be fluent in the English language. Must have a valid drivers license.”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and storm water management in your resume and interview responses
    — “AutoCAD Civil 3D experience is a plus.”
  • Highlight your ability to prepare and compute detailed engineering reports and analyses
    — “Prepares and computes, but not limited to due diligence/site analysis reports.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Designed site plans
  • Prepared permit applications
  • Assisted project managers
Typical background
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering0-2 years of related experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Civil EngineeringSite LayoutUtility DesignRoadway DesignSite GradingStorm Drain DesignStorm Water ManagementSoil Erosion ControlFloodplain StudiesPermitting

Preferred

Business Development

Stack & domain

Autocad Civil 3DSite PlanningUtility DesignInterpersonal SkillsAdaptabilityMultitaskingLand DevelopmentCivil Engineering

About the role

Original posting from Atwell, LLC via Greenhouse

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 Summary 

This position will collaborate with team members to design commercial and retail projects. Technical tasks include but not limited to conceptual site layout, utility design; roadway design; site grading design; storm drain design; storm water management design; water and sanitary sewer main design; soil erosion and sedimentation control design; floodplain studies; permitting and entitlement support; and construction support.

Accountability and Duties

Designs site plans utilizing AutoCAD Civil 3D. 

Prepares conceptual grading analyses and site layout.

Prepares and computes, but not limited to due diligence/site analysis reports, engineer opinion of probable costs, utility computations, detention/retention computations, storm water reports, earthwork analysis.

Assists in production of final construction drawings.

Prepares permit applications for applicable municipal agencies.

Assists project managers as requested.

Assists with client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects.

Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline projects.

Attends client and public meetings- days or evenings.

Participates in business development efforts as requested.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Outstanding Interpersonal skills, ability to interact with a variety of people.

Adaptable and able to respond quickly and accurately under pressure.  

Able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Must be fluent in the English language.

Available to work nights and weekends to complete projects as necessary.

Proficient in MS office. AutoCAD Civil 3D experience is a plus.

Must have a valid drivers license.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited four-year college or university. 0-2 years related experience.

Physical Demand

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop; kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may frequently lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions, possibly for extended assignments.

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.

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Pay Range $75,000—$110,000 USDAtwell 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

Source: Atwell, LLC careers (Greenhouse)

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