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Atwellgroup

Water Resources Project Engineer

Salary Not Disclosed
Chicago, Illinois, United States

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

What You'll Be Doing:

As an experienced Project Engineer, you will work on a variety of water resources and civil engineering projects, including land development, stormwater management, and utility-scale solar projects. This person will actively participate in the growth of our firm.

Technical Proficiency:

  • Demonstrate technical excellence in water resources engineering principles and practices.

  • Possess expertise in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, surface water management, stormwater design, drainage studies, floodplain analysis, and related water resources projects.

Project Lifecycle Management:

  • Support projects from initial planning and analysis through design, permitting, and construction.

  • Prepare technical reports, drainage studies, hydraulic/hydrology analyses, design documents, and specifications while coordinating project development efforts.

Permitting and Regulatory Coordination::

  • Support regulatory permitting efforts and prepare documentation including drainage reports, feasibility studies, master plans, and FEMA CLOMR/LOMR submittals.
    Coordinate with various agencies and jurisdictions to help streamline approvals and maintain project schedules.

Client Relationship and Company Growth:

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, project partners, and internal teams.

  • Contribute to the growth of the water resources practice through high-quality project delivery, technical expertise, and support of business development efforts.

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an EAC/ABET Accredited University

  • PE Licensure Required

  • 4+ years of relevant work experience 

  • Experience with AutoCAD Civil3D, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, StormCAD, or similar software required.

 

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Pay Range

$85,000—$110,000 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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Job Summary

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, awar

Application DeadlineSunday, January 24th, 2027
Salary
Not Disclosed
Job TypeFull Time
Experience LevelMid Level
Experience Length2 years
Date PostedTuesday, July 28th, 2026

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