Atwell

Senior Project Engineer - Land Development

Atwell · Newark, Delaware, United States
Newark, Delaware, United States $95K–$130K Posted 2026-09-22
Salary
$95K–$130K
Type
Full-time
Experience
5+ yr

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

Atwell is seeking a dedicated Senior Project Engineer who is passionate about site/civil engineering and land development. In this pivotal role, you’ll lead transformative projects and drive growth through your expertise and commitment to excellence.

In This Role, You Will:

  • Showcase Your Expertise : Apply your deep knowledge of engineering principles to design water and wastewater distribution systems, surface water management systems, site grading, roadway design, and more.
  • Lead Projects : Oversee projects from initial entitlements to construction completion, ensuring every phase is executed flawlessly.
  • Navigate Permitting : Efficiently handle multiple permitting entitlements across various governmental agencies, leveraging your local expertise to streamline the process.
  • Strategize Permitting : Develop and implement sophisticated permitting strategies to meet deadlines for both expansive developments and compact commercial projects.
  • Engage & Grow : Actively participate in marketing initiatives to enhance our company’s presence, and build and maintain strong relationships with clients and government entities.
  • Drive Success : Contribute to company growth by delivering exceptional projects and ensuring high levels of client satisfaction.

Qualifications:

  • Educational Background : Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an EAC/ABET Accredited University.
  • Professional Certification : PE Licensure is required.
  • Local Experience : Relevant work experience in Delaware is preferred.
  • Technical Skills : Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, WaterCAD, StormCAD, and SewerCAD is preferred.
  • Work Environment : Ability to work in our Newark, DE office on a hybrid schedule.

Join us and be a key player in shaping our future through your engineering expertise and dedication. Apply today to contribute to our success and drive impactful projects.

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
$95,000 — $130,000 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
$110K — 10th pctl $265K — 90th pctl
This role’s midpoint $112K vs. market median $180K for Engineering roles
-35%
below median
Based on 24,000+ Engineering roles with disclosed salary ranges tracked on NewJob.
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