Job Description

Associate Principal Engineer - Mission Critical (Data Centers)

Location: Dulles, VA * Full‑Time / Regular

My client, a 100% employee‑owned national MEP design-build firm, is seeking an Associate Principal Engineer to serve as a senior design expert, technical authority, and people leader across mission‑critical/data‑center engineering teams.

Position Summary

This role provides expert engineering guidance, oversees conceptual design, ensures adherence to engineering standards, and leads a team of engineers across complex mission‑critical projects.

What You'll Do

• Provide design and engineering support across departments, ensuring standards are upheld.
• Lead conceptual design efforts for major projects; produce complex preliminary redline layouts.
• Perform advanced calculations for HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, or fire protection systems (discipline‑specific).
• Conduct site inspections , resolving design issues in the field.
• Attend project team meetings as the senior design representative.
• Ensure successful achievement of project goals and deliverables.
• Lead and manage a team of engineers, including staffing, training, coaching, and performance management .

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• PE License required.
• 12+ years of relevant experience, including 5+ years managing engineers .
• Expert knowledge of building system design (HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, fire protection, etc.).
• Outstanding communication and public‑speaking abilities.
• Proven leadership in guiding technical engineering groups.
• Proficiency in CADD and Microsoft Office (Excel).

Why Join My Client

My client's employee‑ownership model cultivates a stable, high‑engagement environment where senior engineering leaders shape the future of a rapidly growing business. ESOP companies consistently demonstrate significantly higher employee stability, wealth accumulation, and retention .

Benefits Include:

• 401(k) with 50% match (no cap) + immediate vesting
• Medical, dental, vision - 100% paid for the employee
• Annual performance‑based bonus
• Life, AD&D, voluntary life, and disability insurance
• FSA (health & dependent care)
• Paid parental leave , holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Company‑funded licenses, memberships, and professional development programs
• Wellness benefits

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