Andrew Palffy, PE

:: President / Principal-In-Charge

Andrew is the dynamic President and CEO at the helm of dk Engineering, leveraging decades of expertise to transform visionary ideas into sustainable, tangible solutions. Holding a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from University of California, Berkeley, class of 1985, Andrew has been instrumental in steering diverse projects from concept to construction. His comprehensive experience extends to securing project approvals and completions, catering to both private clients and public agencies.

A seasoned professional, Andrew’s forte lies in his creative problem-solving approach and a knack for identifying possibilities in every project. His commitment to sustainable design solutions reflects a passion for benefiting the communities served by dk Engineering. Andrew’s influence extends beyond project execution; as the guiding force in day-to-day operations, he imparts invaluable insights to nurture the next generation of engineers while ensuring the seamless progress of each development.

Andrew’s leadership ethos is grounded in a commitment to excellence, integrity, and client satisfaction. He fosters a collaborative environment that empowers the team to push boundaries, embrace creativity, and deliver projects that stand as a testament to dk Engineering’s unwavering dedication.

Beyond the professional realm, Andrew finds joy in exploring the great outdoors, indulging in travel, and savoring the world of food and wine with friends and family. An avid skier, motorcyclist, and water sports enthusiast, Andrew approaches both work and life with an innate drive to excel and thrive.

PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION:

Education:

B.S. Civil Engineering, 1985 | University Of California, Berkeley

Andrew Palffy, PE

:: President / Principal-In-Charge

PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION:

Education:

B.S. Civil Engineering, 1985 | University Of California, Berkeley

dk Engineering gives me the best possible environment to perform my work. I am given all the tools, all the software and all the support I need at all levels. Management understands that a good workplace environment is very important in creating a high-quality work product. I receive good decision-making support from senior management. Work-loads and production expectations are realistic. All the staff support each other without friction. If anything is needed to make the work more efficient and productive, it is provided to the staff.

Ben McVeigh, PE, LS

Senior Engineer

Working at dk feels like having a second family. I joined dk 17 years ago, and many of my colleagues have been here as long or longer. It’s truly a supportive and nurturing environment personally and professionally. The company works hard to hire the best team, and not only makes sure everyone excels in their careers, but that they are high quality people. That is why all of our company-sponsored events are so much fun--like getting together for birthday celebrations, baseball games, pinball arcades and the annual holiday party. Since the time I started at dk, I’ve always taken the positive work experiences home with me; 17 years later that feeling hasn’t changed.

Monica Schmuck

Controller

At dk we have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, which keeps my job interesting. On any day, I work on a subdivision, senior housing, or one of our wind and solar farm projects. Our renewable energy projects are especially fulfilling knowing that we are helping the environment.

Stacey Gella, PE

Project Manager

I enjoy working on a wide variety of projects from single family homes to large scale wind farms. One major benefit of working at dk Engineering is the decades of experience and varying points of view my colleagues bring into the office.

Andrew Duarte, PE

Associate Engineer

Having worked for dk years for 19 years, one of the greatest benefits that I never expected is its family atmosphere. Equally important to me is the quality of the work and experiences within the company. I have been lucky to be involved on some very large and very remote job sites, which can be challenging and rewarding when we overcome logistical issues. When I tell people that I fly a drone as part of my job, folks are often very interested, especially young kids. It’s very cool to know we are part of a cutting-edge team.

Scott Antus

Survey Party Chief / GPS Specialist / Drone Pilot