Atwellgroup · Reston, VA

Project Engineer - Land Development at Atwellgroup — Reston, VA

Full-timeReston, VA$90,000–$126,000/yearPosted 2026-07-02Apply on Greenhouse

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Who We Are

  • 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 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 Virginia is preferred.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, WaterCAD, StormCAD, and SewerCAD is preferred.

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Pay Range
$90,000$126,000 USD

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

Required skills

  • artificial intelligence
  • autocad
  • civil engineering