Latest News
We like to pause and recognize the accomplishments of our people and our projects here, a catalog of milestones and moments.
Design Engineers opens new office in Des Moines
June 9th, 2025For over 40 years, Design Engineers has been a driving force in the built environment. Our new Des Moines office continues this story.
Design Engineers Welcomes Scott Watkinson to Technology Team
June 6th, 2025With 24 years of experience in the technology industry, Design Engineers is pleased to welcome Scott Watkinson as technology consultant.
Design Engineers Announces New Associate Principals
April 21st, 2025Design Engineers is excited to announce the promotion of Polly Forinash, Blake Anderson, and Aaron Springer to Associate Principal.
Therkilsen Industrial Engineering Building Achieves LEED Gold
April 9th, 2025Iowa State University’s Therkildsen Industrial Engineering Building earns LEED Gold certification. Learn more.
Design Engineers Welcomes Genevieve Johnson as IT Manager
January 9th, 2025Design Engineers is excited to welcome Genevive Johnson as IT Manager.
Q&A: Design Engineers’ Green Team
November 13th, 2024Design Engineers’ Green Team champions sustainability around the office and in projects. Discover what drives them and their lasting impact.
Q&A: Ullo, Ghana Site Visit
October 9th, 2024Mechanical Engineer Sam Stinson answers questions about DE’s site visit to Ullo Senior High School, Ghana in May as part of the ASHRAE Decarbonization Challenge.
AIA Iowa Convention: 2024 Recap
October 2nd, 2024Hear what our exhibitors thought of this year’s AIA Iowa Convention and access our information packet from the event.
The Stanley Center for Peace & Security
July 8th, 2024Learn more about the Stanley Center for Peace and Security and it’s goal to become Living Building Challenge certified.
Design Engineers Welcomes New Experienced Mechanical Engineers
June 18th, 2024Join us in welcoming Travis Frickle and Ahmed Bilal to the mechanical team.
Electrical Engineer – All Locations
April 15th, 2024Now hiring for an Electrical Engineer at our Cedar Rapids and Madison offices.
Mechanical Engineer – All Locations
April 15th, 2024Now hiring for a Mechanical Engineer at our Cedar Rapids or Madison offices.
BIM Technician Intern – Cedar Rapids
April 15th, 2024Now hiring for a BIM Technician Intern at our Cedar Rapids Office.
The Engineering Difference: 5 Ways Engineers Impact Daily Life
February 23rd, 2024In celebration of Engineers Week, Design Engineers’ engineers highlight 5 ways the MEP systems they design impact daily life and society.
Design Engineers Announces New Promotions
February 16th, 2024Design Engineers is proud to announce the promotion of Polly Forinash to Director of Administration and Tim Lentz to Senior Sustainability Engineer.
Design Engineers Team Wins at ASHRAE’s 2023 Decarbonization Challenge
February 9th, 2024Learn more about Design Engineers’ winning application in the ASHRAE 2023 Decarbonization Challenge and the team who brought it together.
Nonprofit Work Fosters Collaborative Engineering Abroad and Back Home
January 31st, 2024Design Engineers employees take the opportunity to collaborate with students from Iowa and Ghana and learn more about MEP design trends in rural communities.
AIA Iowa Convention: 2023 Recap
September 28th, 2023It was another exciting year at the 2023 AIA Iowa Convention. Read about Dwight and Adam’s reflections on the event and access our information packet.
DE and UI Engineering Students Collaborate to Upgrade the Lego Model
September 20th, 2023Design Engineers and UI engineering students upgrade the Indian Creek Nature Center Lego model with electronic features. Learn about their challenges, successes, and collaborative partnership.
Design Engineers Welcomes Brendan Rohlik to Electrical Team
September 1st, 2023Meet Brendan Rohlik – an Electrical Engineer experienced in project types aligned with Design Engineers’ expertise. Learn about our newest team member!
