Physical Designer, Substations - Power & Energy

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 About the Position As a Physical Designer in the Datacenter group, you will be responsible for working collaboratively with our engineering teams. Physical Designers are responsible for drafting and modeling in a manner that provides the client with a quality deliverable that is on time and within budget. Salary Range: $31.00 - $42.00 / hour The salary range above is based upon the Denver, Colorado labor market. This opportunity is available to both local / in-office (Lakewood, Colorado) candidates. Essential Responsibilities • Assists in detailed design of substation and conventional generation, as needed • Produces physical substation packages including general arrangements, elevations, bill of materials, conduit, grounding, lightning protection, and illumination • Selects hardware for appropriate applications • Works effectively as part of a team or independently with oversight • Maintains high ethical and professional standards within the overall organization • Attends conferences, training workshops, seminars, and classes as appropriate for professional advancement and to maintain quality of work • Attends safety training and follows safety rules and guidelines • Other duties as assigned Must Have • Education: Associates degree in related field preferred • Experience: 1 – 4 years of drafting, design, engineering, or related experience • Proficiency with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office required • A strong command of the English language • Possesses effective written and oral communications skills • Good interpersonal and people skills • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis Nice to Have • Proficiency with and/or knowledge of AutoCAD 3D modeling software a plus • Proficiency with Civil 3D would be a plus • Proficiency with MicroStation would be a plus 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 $31 — $42 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