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Organized in 1882, the National Association of Power Engineers (NAPE) is the oldest engineering association in the United States. Today, NAPE is dedicated to its mission of providing advancement through educational opportunities to its members.

Becoming a member of the DC 1 Chapter of NAPE. provides full access to the benefits and network of stationary engineers in the greater Washington, DC metropolitan area. The strongest chapter in the nation, DC1 provides a series of free educational seminars in conjunction with monthly chapter meetings and a wide range of recreational and social opportunities for its members throughout the calendar year. Additional benefits of membership include numerous opportunities to network, grow, and learn in our profession.

Chapter Meetings of the NAPE DC1 Chapter are held on the second Wednesday of every month in the Chapter Room at the Alexandria training facility. Meetings include an educational seminar, a light dinner, and the opportunity to network with and learn from others in the profession. Members also enjoy a tuition discount for training offered by DC1’s educational organization, the National Association of Power Engineers Educational Foundation.

MEMBERSHIP LEVELS

Student Membership

Student Membership in this Chapter may be granted to any person attending an accredited engineering school, including NAPEEF, who shall otherwise qualify for membership. As a member, you have the opportunity to:
  • Learn about Career Opportunities. Looking for a new opportunity or have jobs you're trying to fill? Chapter meetings are a great opportunity to share information on job openings throughout our area. In addition, the Job Openings board at our Alexandria training center (where Chapter meetings are held) is another great source to seek opportunities.
  • Expand your Knowledge of Best Practices and New Trends in the industry. Monthly seminars held as part of each month's Chapter Meeting feature experts with knowledge to share on proven and emerging tips and trends in the industry.
  • Keep current with New Legislation impacting the industry, such as information on new requirements issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding CFC, indoor air quality and energy regulations.
  • Attend our free Networking Events such as our Annual Chili Cook-Off & our Washington Commanders Tailgate Party that is held at parking lot purple G-20 prior to all home games at 3 hours prior to kickoff.​
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Please Note: Student Members shall have all rights and privileges of membership except: (1) voting, (2) holding elective or appointive office, or (3) serving as State or National Delegates.

Engineer Membership

This membership is open to individual engineers who elect to join on their own or through their employer. As a member, you have the opportunity to become an active part of the Engineer Community. Additional Benefits:
  • Learn about Career Opportunities. Looking for a new opportunity or have jobs you're trying to fill? Chapter meetings are a great opportunity to share information on job openings throughout our area. In addition, the Job Openings board at our Alexandria training center (where Chapter meetings are held) is another great source to seek opportunities.​
  • Expand your Knowledge of Best Practices and New Trends in the industry. Monthly seminars held as part of each month's Chapter Meeting feature experts with knowledge to share on proven and emerging tips and trends in the industry.
  • Keep current with New Legislation impacting the industry, such as information on new requirements issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regarding CFC, indoor air quality and energy regulations.
  • Attend our free Networking Events such as our Annual Chili Cook-Off & our Washington Commanders Tailgate Party that is held at parking lot purple G-20 prior to all home games at 3 hours prior to kickoff.​
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This membership is limited to electrical, mechanical, maintenance, and practicing engineers who have had at least one (1) year experience in the operation, maintenance, design, or supervision of steam generating, power generating, or refrigeration plants.

Associate Membership

This level of membership is open to individuals who -interested in generating a greater awareness of their services throughout the local engineering community. Additional benefits include:
  • Through participation in monthly Chapter Meetings, you can network with potential customers and strengthen existing relationships with member engineers.​
  • The opportunity to provide an educational seminar and highlight your company as a sponsor of a monthly Chapter Meeting.​
  • Advance notice of opportunities to network and entertain clients at special events organized throughout the year.​
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Associate Membership in this Chapter may be granted to those persons indirectly connected in the Engineering field, who shall otherwise qualify for membership. Associate Members have all of the rights and privileges as Active Engineer Members.

Corporate Membership

Corporate Membership includes one Active Membership and recognition at the Chapter for your company. Corporate Members enjoy the same opportunities as Associate Members with additional following benefits:
  • Great opportunity to share job openings on a one-page flyer to display at the NAPE DC #1 job bulletin board.​
  • Corporate members have the opportunity to earn tuition discounts for themselves or their employees assigned as members who are attending NAPEEF courses. One tuition waiver alone covers the cost of a single year's Corporate Membership fee.
  • Any student currently registered under your company can count towards a tuition waiver.
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Corporate Membership includes one Active Membership and recognition at the Chapter for your company. This is limited to companies that employ Engineers. For every 12 students that a Corporate Member pays to send to class at NAPEEF, they will receive one free tuition!

NAPE DC1 2023-2024 Board of Directors

Andy Redman, President
Morin Distribution

Tony Johnson, 1st V. President (Education)
Lincoln Property Company

David Ferrara, 2nd V. President (Entertainment)
ABFS

Richard Rice, Treasurer
Boston Properties

Mary Catherine Johns, Secretary
Arias Residential, LLC

Steve Celentano, Door Keeper
Cushman & Wakefield

Dale Treadway, Second Year Trustee
U.S. Lighting and Electrical Supply

Mike Elias, First Year Trustee
Building Maintenance Systems, Inc.

Jason Trotman, Director
Jones Lang LaSalle

Dave Powers, Director
D&M Enterprises

Dave Dargenzio, Director
NAPE Educational Foundation, CEO