Engineer I

DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. With over four decades of expertise, we partner with some of the world’s most influential companies to design and optimize environments that demand precision, scalability, and resilience.

Kick-start your engineering career with a remote role that puts you at the forefront of innovation! At DLB, you’ll collaborate with seasoned professionals on high-impact projects, including state-of-the-art hyperscale data centers that power the digital world. We’re looking for electrical, mechanical, and architectural engineers eager to apply their education, strengthen real-world design skills, and grow in a collaborative, tech-forward environment.

The Engineer I will have the opportunity to work with senior design staff to advance their design skills for commercial building design and construction. They will learn, through hands-on application, how to design a wide variety of projects. This person will work as part of the Engineering Team and interact closely with the Project Management Team to produce construction documents, assist in project specifications and assist in the construction administration process.

• Perform basic engineering work and design tasks under a senior engineer’s supervision
• Perform standard computations and analysis
• Perform load calculations, equipment selection and pressure drop calculations
• Utilize AutoCAD and Revit software to prepare drawings and visual aids
• Assist in the review and creation of drawings details, schedules, sequence of operations and drawing content as directed

• Survey existing building conditions and prepare technical reports of findings 

• Collect data and other information for construction documents 

• Prepare project design and construction documents  

• Basic review and editing of project specifications 

• Basic review of long lead equipment and impact on design conditions 

• Prepare project progress reports for internal and external stakeholders  

• Provide status updates on work products 

• Leverage AI-enabled and digital tools to enhance efficiency, reduce manual effort, and support consistent, high-quality work output. 

• Identify opportunities to improve processes and demonstrate a continuous learning mindset, seeking out new technologies, skills, and methods that elevate individual and team performance. 

• Adapt to emerging technologies and evolving digital workflows, actively supporting the integration and adoption of innovative tools across the organization. 

Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

• Knowledge of engineering principles 

• Knowledge of code and specifications for design and engineering  

• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management 

• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail 

• Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation. 

• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace 

• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements  

• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence 

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)  

• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with supervision  

• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines  

• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously 

In support of your success and long-term growth at DLB, the Design Team hosts a week-long, in-person onboarding and training program for new hires. This immersive experience, held at DLB’s Training & Collaboration space at Bell Works in Holmdel, New Jersey, is designed to help you build meaningful connections, gain hands-on exposure to our tools and standards, and develop a strong understanding of how your work contributes to our projects and teams. The program provides dedicated time to learn, collaborate, and confidently step into your role alongside fellow Design Team members.

• Up to 10%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states.
• Effective May 7, 2025, and in accordance with U.S. federal regulations for domestic air travel, a valid REAL ID (or an acceptable alternative, such as a passport) is required for travel associated with this position.
• Travel may involve transportation by car or plane depending on the destination and nature of the business need.
• Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.

The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from ABET accredited institution, with a sound knowledge of engineering fundamentals