DMA Engineering - Associate Principal Engineer
Chicago Dept. of Transportation, Arvada, CO, United States
DMA Engineering – Associate Principal Engineer
Are you someone who takes initiative and sees projects through to completion? Do you thrive in an environment where there is always something meaningful to work on? Are you passionate about the building industry and eager to make a real impact?
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.
Why This Role is Exciting
This is a rare opportunity for an engineer ready to own their impact. As an Associate Principal Engineer, you will translate vision into strategy and execution, making a real difference on projects and for clients. This Associate Principal position within the company is an equity offer.
You will join a founder‑run, entrepreneurial team that values sustainable eMEP design to push beyond standard practice and deliver smarter, higher‑performing buildings. This is your chance to take ownership, see your work in action, and help shape the future direction of the company.
What You Will Do
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. You will:
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
What We Are Looking For
You are driven to do more than the basics. You have demonstrated growth beyond your Professional Engineer license, such as an advanced degree or professional certifications. You are curious, willing to learn new skills, and ready to explore new areas of engineering.
You communicate clearly with your team, support others in their growth, and thrive in a task‑driven environment with ambitious goals. You excel when direct teamwork is required – both in-person collaboration and virtual work.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering
Active Professional Engineer 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
Other Important Skills and Abilities
REVIT Experience – ability to do full design to a Level 350, full BIM manager not required
AutoCAD Experience
Experience with TRANE Trace, HAP, EnergyPlus, or DesignBuilder
Ability to perform client site visits with professionalism
Confident and capable to do field work, run controls wiring, create as built documentation, project wall through, perform site observations during construction, participate in commissioning activities
Open to working with our Latin American Team
Compensation and Benefits
Hybrid schedule with a minimum of one in‑person day per week in the Front Range of Colorado, in a location accessible to Arvada
Base salary $140,000 to $170,000, depending on experience and ability
Equity and profit‑sharing opportunities
Health and retirement benefits
Family leave
Gym membership
Professional development is encouraged and compensated
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.
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Are you someone who takes initiative and sees projects through to completion? Do you thrive in an environment where there is always something meaningful to work on? Are you passionate about the building industry and eager to make a real impact?
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.
Why This Role is Exciting
This is a rare opportunity for an engineer ready to own their impact. As an Associate Principal Engineer, you will translate vision into strategy and execution, making a real difference on projects and for clients. This Associate Principal position within the company is an equity offer.
You will join a founder‑run, entrepreneurial team that values sustainable eMEP design to push beyond standard practice and deliver smarter, higher‑performing buildings. This is your chance to take ownership, see your work in action, and help shape the future direction of the company.
What You Will Do
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. You will:
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
What We Are Looking For
You are driven to do more than the basics. You have demonstrated growth beyond your Professional Engineer license, such as an advanced degree or professional certifications. You are curious, willing to learn new skills, and ready to explore new areas of engineering.
You communicate clearly with your team, support others in their growth, and thrive in a task‑driven environment with ambitious goals. You excel when direct teamwork is required – both in-person collaboration and virtual work.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical Engineering
Active Professional Engineer 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
Other Important Skills and Abilities
REVIT Experience – ability to do full design to a Level 350, full BIM manager not required
AutoCAD Experience
Experience with TRANE Trace, HAP, EnergyPlus, or DesignBuilder
Ability to perform client site visits with professionalism
Confident and capable to do field work, run controls wiring, create as built documentation, project wall through, perform site observations during construction, participate in commissioning activities
Open to working with our Latin American Team
Compensation and Benefits
Hybrid schedule with a minimum of one in‑person day per week in the Front Range of Colorado, in a location accessible to Arvada
Base salary $140,000 to $170,000, depending on experience and ability
Equity and profit‑sharing opportunities
Health and retirement benefits
Family leave
Gym membership
Professional development is encouraged and compensated
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.
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