Associate Principal Engineer (eMEP)

DMA Engineering - Associate Principle Engineer

DMA Engineering is looking for a driven and proactive Associate Principal Engineer to join our team. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of your work, bring ideas to life, solve complex challenges, and work with the latest tools and technologies. We value curiosity, ownership, and a mindset focused on continuous learning and improvement.

We are seeking an engineer who is self-sufficient, resourceful, and confident in making decisions. You will manage priorities, drive projects forward, and service commercial and residential clients while collaborating with a supportive and experienced team. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and help shape the future of our projects and team, we would love to hear from you.

Role Description

This is a full-time Associate Principal Engineer (eMEP), requiring regular access to the Arvada, Colorado area. This role leads the production side of the company and is ideal for an engineer who wants to take ownership and make a real impact.

• Manage multiple projects at various stages of the project life cycle
• Develop and improve standard operating procedures
• Oversee resources, timelines, budgets, and client requests
• Perform engineering work from energy modeling and design to writing commissioning plans
• Handle engineering projects from start to finish while knowing when and how to delegate tasks to team members or subcontractors
• Build strong client relationships and maintain high standards of project management and delivery

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in good standing in at least one state
• Five years of direct industry experience in mechanical engineering design, including work in HVAC design
• Two years of experience as a project engineer
• One year of experience managing junior personnel
• Please see complete position description for other important skills and competencies

Company Description

DMA Engineering is a Colorado-based eMEP engineering firm, recognized for its expertise in sustainable eMEP solutions and energy-efficient design. Through integrated design, commissioning, and building automation, we create efficient, resilient systems for luxury residential, commercial, community and government projects.

Committed to environmental stewardship, we focus on creating sustainable energy solutions and design, including ground and air source heat pumps, radiant systems, indoor air quality solutions, energy modeling, and Net Zero design and consulting. Explore our diverse portfolio at dma-eng.com/projects.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary of $160,000 to $200,000, depending on experience, credentials and ability
• Equity and profit-sharing opportunities
• Hybrid schedule with a minimum of one in-person day per week in the Front Range of Colorado, accessible to Arvada
• Professional development is encouraged and compensated
• Health and retirement benefits
• Family leave
• Gym membership

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

Complete Position Description

Available at dma-eng.com on the Careers page or by request at hireme@dma-eng.com

How to Apply

Please send your cover letter and resume to hireme@dma-eng.com