Full-Time

Discipline Manager

Power & Energy

Posted on 7/16/2025

Atwell

Atwell

11-50 employees

Turnkey engineering, consulting and construction services

Compensation Overview

$130k - $175k/yr

+ Annual bonuses + Spot bonuses + Peer recognition awards

San Antonio, TX, USA

In Person

Category
Architecture & Civil Engineering (3)
, ,
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering
  • Master’s preferred in Structural or Civil Engineering
  • Twelve (12) plus years of experience in structural analysis and design of structural steel and concrete foundations (deep and shallow) for heavy industrial, power generation and/or electric transmission projects
  • Experience preferred in structural analysis and design of structures for substation and transmission line projects or gas generation facilities
  • Ability to manage structural engineering resources and support proposal and project teams
  • Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D or other engineering software
  • Strong communication and client/agency coordination skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload to meet project deadlines
Responsibilities
  • Discipline Management: Manage structural engineering resources and ensuring adequate support is being provided to proposal and project teams. Participate in the recruitment efforts to grow the structural engineering team.
  • Lead and Support Project Teams: Guide project team members on various assignments under the direction of the Project Manager, providing technical training and mentorship to ensure project success.
  • Collaborate on Projects & Proposals: Work closely with team members and clients to develop project plans, prepare proposals, and ensure all deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations.
  • Draft & Review Technical Documents: Prepare, review, and finalize structural design deliverables, reports, computations, structural analyses, project schedules and budgets. Provide recommendations to the Project Manager regarding project design deliverables or scope.
  • Implement Revisions & Compliance Updates: Modify plans and documents based on feedback from agencies, municipalities, and clients, ensuring compliance with local and state regulations.
  • Field Assessments: Conduct site visits as required to support project development.
  • Utilize Engineering Software: Apply AutoCAD Civil 3D and other engineering software to efficiently complete assignments while adhering to Atwell’s Product Quality Manual standards.
  • Manage Client & Agency Communications: Engage with clients, municipalities, and regulatory agencies, responding to review letters and coordinating project updates in collaboration with the Project Manager.
  • Provide Project Updates & Status Reports: Keep the Project Manager and Team Leader informed on workload status, ensuring project timelines and objectives are met.
  • Apply Engineering Principles & Best Practices: Utilize fundamental engineering concepts and industry best practices to deliver high-quality project outcomes.
  • Demonstrate Strong Workload Management: Effectively prioritize and manage tasks to meet project deadlines and maintain efficiency.
Desired Qualifications
  • Master’s preferred in Structural or Civil Engineering
  • Experience with other engineering software beyond AutoCAD Civil 3D
  • Experience with structural design for hydrocarbon facilities or renewable energy projects
  • PMP or other project management certification
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license

Atwell provides consulting, engineering, and construction services for clients in real estate and land development, power and energy, and oil and gas. Its offerings cover land and right-of-way support, planning, landscape architecture, engineering, land surveying, environmental compliance and permitting, and construction management, enabling a turnkey, end-to-end project delivery from concept through completion. The company combines multiple in-house capabilities to plan, design, build, and manage projects, helping clients move from idea to finished asset without coordinating with many separate firms. What sets Atwell apart is its ability to offer a broad, integrated suite of services across diverse sectors and a client base that includes private developers, public-sector organizations, and energy companies. The goal is to deliver complete, efficient project delivery by coordinating all phases and disciplines in one streamlined process.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Tulsa, Oklahoma

Founded

N/A

Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Manhard acquisition adds 400 employees, strengthens Illinois, Colorado, Texas, Tennessee, Nevada markets.
  • Southeast expansion via Capital Civil and Florida acquisitions (Banks, Biscayne) captures public works and transportation revenue.
  • Integrated land development and energy services position Atwell for infrastructure and renewable energy project growth.

What critics are saying

  • Rapid six-acquisition integration in 16 months risks talent exodus and project delays amid management overload.
  • Oil and gas sector downturn erodes core hydrocarbons revenue as energy clients cut engineering services.
  • EPA methane regulations effective 2026 slash environmental compliance and surveying contracts by 30–50% for oil/gas clients.

What makes Atwell unique

  • Turnkey service model spans land development, power/energy, and hydrocarbons with integrated surveying and environmental compliance.
  • 120-year operational history with 2,100+ employees across 14+ offices nationwide post-Manhard acquisition.
  • Six acquisitions in 16 months (Blueline, Terrascape, Capital Civil, Banks, Biscayne, Manhard) rapidly expanded geographic and service capabilities.

Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Student Loan Assistance

Annual Wellness Reimbursement

Family Planning Benefits

Pet Insurance

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Employee Referrals up to $5,000

Dependent Care Match

Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance

Company News

Business Wire
Aug 28th, 2025
Atwell Acquires Manhard Consulting, Advancing Nationwide Capabilities in the Land Development and Energy Markets

Atwell, a leader in creating solutions for the built environment, is pleased to announce the largest-ever acquisition in its 120-year history: Manhard Consul...

Yahoo Finance
Jun 11th, 2025
Atwell Acquires Capital Civil Engineering, Expanding Engineering Resources and Expertise in the Southeast

Atwell acquires Capital Civil Engineering, expanding engineering resources and expertise in the Southeast.

CityBiz
Feb 5th, 2025
Atwell Acquires Terrascape Consulting Operations

Atwell has acquired Terrascape Consulting, enhancing its engineering and surveying capabilities in the Southwest. Terrascape, based in Phoenix, Arizona, specializes in multi-family, affordable housing, and retail projects. This acquisition aligns with Atwell's growth strategy and follows its acquisition of SEI Engineering in January 2025. Atwell has made six strategic additions in just over a year, including firms in Delaware, Florida, and Louisiana. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Daily Journal of Commerce
Mar 23rd, 2023
Seattle DJC.com local business news and data

National consulting, engineering and construction services firm Atwell has acquired Blueline, a 75-person civil engineering, land planning and landscape architecture firm based in Kirkland.

INACTIVE