Senior Mechanical Engineer – Lead MEP Projects

Stratus®; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k with employer match

Paid Holidays

PTO

Job summary

Stratus® is an integrated design firm seeking a licensed engineer to lead the design and development of complex engineering projects. You will supervise a multidisciplinary MEP team, prepare drawings, calculations, and technical reports, and ensure compliance with standards and client expectations.

You will mentor junior engineers, participate in client meetings, and help drive proposals and project delivery while staying current with industry advancements. Hybrid work options available.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• ABET-accredited engineering degree.
• 10–15 years of experience in engineering design and project management.
• Strong leadership and mentorship for guiding junior engineers and project teams.
• Ability to lead large-scale engineering projects and provide expert-level technical guidance.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive MEP engineering experience with a focus on building systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex engineering projects.
• Provide leadership and oversight for a multidisciplinary team of MEP engineers.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, calculations, and technical reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and client expectations.
• Serve as the primary technical expert on projects, resolving complex design challenges and ensuring that engineering solutions are innovative and technically sound.
• Provide mentorship and technical leadership to junior engineers, fostering their professional growth and ensuring technical excellence across the team.
• Conduct quality control reviews at key project milestones to ensure accuracy, technical precision, and adherence to project goals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including architects, contractors, and consultants, to ensure the seamless integration of engineering systems into overall project designs.
• Oversee construction administration tasks, including reviewing submittals, conducting site visits, and addressing technical issues during construction.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations, offering technical expertise and ensuring that client needs are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Stay current with industry advancements, emerging technologies, and innovative materials, incorporating new solutions into the firm’s engineering designs.
• Provide strategic input on business development efforts, assisting with proposals and client presentations to secure new projects.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Communication

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

Stratus® is an integrated design firm seeking a licensed engineer to lead the design and development of complex engineering projects. You will supervise a multidisciplinary MEP team, prepare drawings, calculations, and technical reports, and ensure compliance with standards and client expectations.

You will mentor junior engineers, participate in client meetings, and help drive proposals and project delivery while staying current with industry advancements. Hybrid work options available.