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DLR Group hires engineers across disciplines like structural, mechanical, and electrical for complex architecture and design projects in the construction and real estate space. The company has a track record of sponsoring international engineers, supporting visa pathways that let qualified candidates build a long-term career in the U.S.
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DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place.
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DLR Group has an opening for a Mechanical Engineering Studio Leader.
Location: Denver, CO
Position Summary
As the Mechanical Engineering Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading the design of mechanical systems for buildings across a variety of sectors: Higher Education, Culture & Performing Arts, Healthcare, K-12, Justice/Civic, Science & Technology, and Energy. You will lead a mechanical engineering team to produce high-quality construction documents using Revit and manage project schedules to meet deliverable requirements. As part of the integrated design team, you will collaborate closely with other disciplines to produce highly integrated building designs. Responsibilities include management of Mechanical Engineers and Designers and/or other team members within your studio.
Responsibilities
- Manage operations, execution, and expectations for the Mechanical Engineering Discipline in the Southwest region.
- Workplan mechanical engineering projects and manage staff to execute work to the plan to achieve profitability goals.
- Assign duties, responsibilities, and projects to personnel, properly balancing staffing and workload (team and personal) to achieve profit and revenue growth goals.
- Schedule, facilitate and document meetings with staff and clients related to overall operations.
- Partner with sector and practice leadership to perform all personnel functions such as recruitment, training, and evaluation of personnel.
- Support business development initiatives by assisting the RFP process, participating in project interviews, and actively engaging in community and/or industry specific organization that will build the DLR Group brand.
- Maintain industry leading workplace practices to drive operating unit and culture towards a great place to work status.
- Develop mechanical designs from concept through completion of construction, including engineering design calculations, detailed engineering reports and narratives, and coordination of mechanical design requirements.
- Perform quality control of the mechanical engineering plans and specifications.
- Direct or coordinate activities of personnel, vendors, and consultants.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Licensed Mechanical Engineer.
- 8+ years of experience working as a mechanical engineer, including design of HVAC systems, central utility plants, plumbing and fire suppression systems.
- Working knowledge of the design and construction process and the ability to understand and communicate with professionals of other disciplines.
- Prior experience leading teams of Engineers.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with BIM (e.g. Autodesk Revit MEP) work flow.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- LEED Accredited Professional and previous experience participating in the LEED or other green rating system process.
- Prior experience in Healthcare mechanical design.
- Experience and interest in sustainable building design.
Our comprehensive Benefits at DLR Group include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities. Compensation considerations are based on location, experience, and skills. The suggested pay range for this position is: Pay Range $105,000 - $145,000 USD.
DLR Group is an integrated design firm delivering architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, and building optimization for new builds, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. We are 100% employee-owned: every employee is literally invested in our clients’ success. At the core of our firm are interdisciplinary teams engaged in every step of project lifecycles. Our teams champion true collaboration, open information sharing, shared risk and reward, value-based decision making, and proficient use of technology to deliver exceptional design. We are pursuing the goals of the 2030 Challenge, the ME2040, and the SE2050, and are an initial signatory of the China Accord and the AIA 2030 Commitment. Through our values – commitment, creativity, environmental stewardship, fun, integrity, ownership, sharing, teamwork – we elevate the human experience through design, together.
DLR Group follows a four-day in-office work model, with employees having the flexibility to work somewhere other than the office on Fridays.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.
INTRODUCTION
DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place.
ROLE
DLR Group has an opening for a Mechanical Engineering Studio Leader.
Location: Denver, CO
Position Summary
As the Mechanical Engineering Team Leader, you will be responsible for leading the design of mechanical systems for buildings across a variety of sectors: Higher Education, Culture & Performing Arts, Healthcare, K-12, Justice/Civic, Science & Technology, and Energy. You will lead a mechanical engineering team to produce high-quality construction documents using Revit and manage project schedules to meet deliverable requirements. As part of the integrated design team, you will collaborate closely with other disciplines to produce highly integrated building designs. Responsibilities include management of Mechanical Engineers and Designers and/or other team members within your studio.
Responsibilities
- Manage operations, execution, and expectations for the Mechanical Engineering Discipline in the Southwest region.
- Workplan mechanical engineering projects and manage staff to execute work to the plan to achieve profitability goals.
- Assign duties, responsibilities, and projects to personnel, properly balancing staffing and workload (team and personal) to achieve profit and revenue growth goals.
- Schedule, facilitate and document meetings with staff and clients related to overall operations.
- Partner with sector and practice leadership to perform all personnel functions such as recruitment, training, and evaluation of personnel.
- Support business development initiatives by assisting the RFP process, participating in project interviews, and actively engaging in community and/or industry specific organization that will build the DLR Group brand.
- Maintain industry leading workplace practices to drive operating unit and culture towards a great place to work status.
- Develop mechanical designs from concept through completion of construction, including engineering design calculations, detailed engineering reports and narratives, and coordination of mechanical design requirements.
- Perform quality control of the mechanical engineering plans and specifications.
- Direct or coordinate activities of personnel, vendors, and consultants.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Licensed Mechanical Engineer.
- 8+ years of experience working as a mechanical engineer, including design of HVAC systems, central utility plants, plumbing and fire suppression systems.
- Working knowledge of the design and construction process and the ability to understand and communicate with professionals of other disciplines.
- Prior experience leading teams of Engineers.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with BIM (e.g. Autodesk Revit MEP) work flow.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- LEED Accredited Professional and previous experience participating in the LEED or other green rating system process.
- Prior experience in Healthcare mechanical design.
- Experience and interest in sustainable building design.
Our comprehensive Benefits at DLR Group include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities. Compensation considerations are based on location, experience, and skills. The suggested pay range for this position is: Pay Range $105,000 - $145,000 USD.
DLR Group is an integrated design firm delivering architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, and building optimization for new builds, renovations, and adaptive reuse projects. We are 100% employee-owned: every employee is literally invested in our clients’ success. At the core of our firm are interdisciplinary teams engaged in every step of project lifecycles. Our teams champion true collaboration, open information sharing, shared risk and reward, value-based decision making, and proficient use of technology to deliver exceptional design. We are pursuing the goals of the 2030 Challenge, the ME2040, and the SE2050, and are an initial signatory of the China Accord and the AIA 2030 Commitment. Through our values – commitment, creativity, environmental stewardship, fun, integrity, ownership, sharing, teamwork – we elevate the human experience through design, together.
DLR Group follows a four-day in-office work model, with employees having the flexibility to work somewhere other than the office on Fridays.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.
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Align your credentials with DLR's project types
DLR Group works across sectors like healthcare, education, and civic facilities. Tailor your portfolio and resume to highlight experience on large-scale, multi-discipline building projects, since that's the work their engineering teams are actively staffed around.
Target open roles before H-1B registration opens
USCIS opens H-1B registration each March for an April lottery. Securing an offer and completing internal approvals before that window closes gives your employer enough lead time to file your petition without rushing through compliance steps.
Ask specifically about TN eligibility during interviews
Canadian and Mexican engineers may qualify for TN status under USMCA without going through the H-1B lottery. Raise this directly with DLR Group's HR or legal team, since not all recruiters proactively surface TN as an option during offer negotiations.
Use Migrate Mate to filter DLR Group's open engineering roles
Engineering openings at DLR Group span multiple locations and disciplines. Use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for their sponsored positions so you're applying to roles where visa support is already confirmed, not guessing from a generic job listing.
Prepare your PE licensure documentation before the offer stage
DLR Group engineering roles often require or prefer licensed Professional Engineers. Having your PE credentials, foreign degree equivalency documentation, and any NCEES records ready speeds up the employer's internal review and avoids delays after an offer is extended.
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Find Engineering at DLR Group JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does DLR Group sponsor H-1B visas for Engineers?
Yes, DLR Group has sponsored H-1B visas for engineering roles. H-1B sponsorship requires your position to qualify as a specialty occupation, which engineering roles at a licensed design firm like DLR Group typically satisfy. Your employer files the petition with USCIS after securing a certified Labor Condition Application from the DOL. Confirm sponsorship availability directly with the recruiter when an offer is on the table.
How do I apply for Engineering jobs at DLR Group?
Applications go through DLR Group's careers portal on their website. Most engineering roles require a resume, portfolio of relevant project work, and for licensed positions, PE credentials. You can also browse DLR Group's visa-sponsored engineering openings on Migrate Mate, which filters for roles where international candidates are explicitly supported, saving you time spent on listings that won't lead anywhere for your situation.
Which visa types does DLR Group commonly use for Engineering roles?
DLR Group has supported H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and TN visas for engineering candidates. F-1 OPT and CPT are typically used for students and recent graduates entering internship or entry-level roles. The H-1B is the primary long-term option for non-Canadian and non-Mexican nationals. Canadian and Mexican engineers may qualify for TN status under USMCA, which has no lottery and can be processed faster than H-1B.
What qualifications does DLR Group expect for Engineering candidates?
DLR Group typically looks for a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant engineering discipline such as structural, mechanical, electrical, or civil engineering. For senior and project engineer roles, Professional Engineer licensure is often expected. Practical experience on large building projects in sectors like healthcare, higher education, or civic infrastructure is a strong differentiator, since those are core markets DLR Group serves.
How do I time my application around the H-1B process at DLR Group?
The H-1B lottery registration opens in March each year, with petitions filed in April for an October 1 start date. To be sponsored in a given cycle, you need an offer and internal approvals finalized before early March. If you're on OPT with a STEM extension, you may have up to three years of work authorization to bridge the gap if you don't get selected in the first lottery.
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