Who We Are
Bettering Communities.
Elevating Leaders.
Digital Engineering is an award-winning water resources and transportation engineering, program management, and construction services firm dedicated to bettering communities where we work, live, and play.
Headquartered in the greater New Orleans area, our team has grown since our inception in 1990 with expanded office locations in southeast Louisiana and along the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
35 Years
as a community partner
300+ Hours
of community service since 202360+ Employees
across the southeast
Our Vision
DE will be a trusted partner in the built environment, elevating leaders who inspire innovation, foster resilience, and strengthen communities where we work, live, and play.
Community Focused
By Design
DE is dedicated to creating meaningful, lasting impact within the communities we serve. Every decision and every project are rooted in this purpose, and our guiding principles reflect that commitment.
Leadership
David LeBreton, Jr., P.E., PTOE, PTP, RSP1
Principal, Chief Executive Officer
L. Bruce Newton, P.E., MBA
Principal, Chief Financial Officer
Robert Delaune, Jr., P.E.
Principal, Chief Operating Officer
Fannie Marcotte-Bennett
Principal, Chief Strategy Officer
Andrew Woodroof, P.E.
Principal, Practice Lead | Water Resources
Frank Liang, P.E., PTOE
Principal, Practice Lead | CE&I
Gerald Babin, Jr., P.E
Principal, Practice Lead | Transportation
Jonathan Charbonnet
Practice Lead | Program Management
Awards
Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations for excellence in engineering, innovation, and impact. These awards reflect our team's dedication to solving complex challenges with precision and ingenuity.
ENR Texas & Louisiana Legacy Award - 2025
Kurt Evans, P.E.
New Orleans City Business Best Places to Work - 2025
ASCE New Orleans Branch Wall of Fame - 2023
Kurt Evans, P.E.
ACEC of Louisiana: Engineering Excellence Award, Honor Award, Special Project Category - 2023
WRP: TM004 Gert Town Transmission Main
ACEC of Louisiana: Engineering Excellence Award, Honor Award, Special Project Category - 2020
NO International Airport Connector RoadACEC of Louisiana: Engineering Excellence Award, Honor Award, Special Project Category - 2019
Bogue Falaya Shoreline Protection & Paddler's Launch
History
1990-1999
Founding
- 1990 – Digital Imaging, Inc. is founded by Owner and President, Jimmie Martinez, specializing in converting non-digital engineering drawings into CAD files for local government agencies.
- 1993 – The firm becomes licensed to provide professional engineering services and is renamed Digital Engineering & Imaging, Inc., coinciding with the addition of Vice President, Kurt Evans, P.E.
- 1993 – The first Digital Engineering & Imaging, Inc. logo is created.
- 1995 – Kurt Evans, P.E. becomes an Owner of the firm.
- 1995 – Digital Engineering secures its first transportation contract.
- 1995 – Digital Engineering secures its first program management contract.
2000-2009
Leadership
- 2000 – The company unveils a refreshed logo design.
- 2001 – Digital Engineering opens its Waveland, Mississippi office, expanding its regional presence.
- 2002 – Digital Engineering is awarded its first water contract.
- 2003 – Thomas Hickey, P.E. joins the ownership team.
- 2005 – Bruce Newton, P.E., MBA joins the ownership team.
- 2005 – The firm expands into Disaster Recovery services, supporting post-disaster rebuilding efforts.
- 2007 – Digital Engineering earns its first Federal contract with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – New Orleans District.
2010-2024
Expansion
- 2010 – A new logo is introduced, reflecting the firm’s growth and modernization.
- 2011 – Digital Engineering secures its first aviation contract.
- 2012 – The firm expands into Coastal Engineering services, broadening its capabilities.
- 2013 – Digital Engineering secures its first port contract.
- 2014 – Frank Liang, P.E., PTOE and Robert Delaune, Jr., P.E. join the ownership team.
- 2015 – Founder Jimmie Martinez retires, marking a new chapter in company leadership.
- 2016 – The firm opens a new office in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
- 2020 – Expansion continues with the opening of a new office in Mandeville, Louisiana.
- 2022 – David LeBreton, Jr., P.E., PTOE, PTP, RSP1 and Andrew Woodroof, P.E. join the ownership team.
- 2022 – Thomas Hickey, P.E. retires.
- 2024 – Fannie Marcotte-Bennett joins the ownership team.
- 2024 – Kurt Evans, P.E. retires after decades of leadership and service.
2025-now
Legacy
- 2025 – Digital Engineering announces its new leadership team, ushering in the next era of growth.
- 2025 – Gerald Babin, Jr., P.E. joins as an Owner, contributing to the company’s continued success.
- 2026 – The firm unveils a refreshed logo, symbolizing evolution and innovation.
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Team DE
"DE represents more than just a workplace to me; it’s a place where my values, aspirations, and desire for professional and personal growth align. It’s where I can engage in meaningful work alongside a team that shares a commitment to progress, collaboration, and better communities where we live, work, and play."
Candice Cox
Senior HR & Benefits Accounting Specialist
