Rising Leaders: DE’s Newest Associates
Recognizing their outstanding contributions, Design Engineers is proud to announce Steve Wartgow, Brad Biddick and Stephanie Riggan’s promotion to Associate.
2026 Staff Promotions – Tiffany Koch, Sam Stinson, & Trevor Schoulte
Design Engineers celebrates the 2026 staff promotions of Tiffany, Sam, and Trevor to new consulting and client-facing roles.
A Day in the Life of Electrical Engineer Adrienne Schroeder
No two days are quite the same as an electrical engineer at Design Engineers. Join Adrienne for a day in her shoes!
Next Generation Engineering Scholarship
We’re proud to continue our Next Generation Engineering Scholarship program. Applications due March 31, 2026.
2025 In Review: Counting What Counts
We reflect on our people and projects of 2025 and the numbers that shaped our year.
Design Engineers Awarded Energy-Efficient Design Award at AIA Iowa Convention
Learn about our 2025 Excellence in Energy-Efficient Design Award and other highlights from the 2025 AIA Iowa Convention.
Design Engineers Welcomes Kristen Spina as Senior Electrical Engineer
With nearly two decades of experience in the consulting engineering industry, Design Engineers is thrilled to welcome Kristen Spina to the electrical team.
Design Engineers opens new office in Des Moines
For 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
With 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
Design 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
Iowa State University’s Therkildsen Industrial Engineering Building earns LEED Gold certification. Learn more.
Design Engineers Welcomes Genevieve Johnson as IT Manager
Design Engineers is excited to welcome Genevive Johnson as IT Manager.
Q&A: Design Engineers’ Green Team
Design 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
Mechanical 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
Hear 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
Learn 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
Join us in welcoming Travis Frickle and Ahmed Bilal to the mechanical team.
The Engineering Difference: 5 Ways Engineers Impact Daily Life
In 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
Design 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
Learn more about Design Engineers’ winning application in the ASHRAE 2023 Decarbonization Challenge and the team who brought it together.

