Senior Mechanical Engineer (PE) – Lead MEP Projects

Stratus Team; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401k Retirement Plan with employer 1

Company-paid Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Life Insurance options

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Stratus Team in Houston is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer (PE) to provide technical leadership on complex commercial projects, overseeing design, analysis, and construction phases and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

The role focuses on guiding project teams, delivering accurate drawings and specifications, mentoring junior engineers, and coordinating with architects and contractors; requires PE and ABET-accredited degree with 7–10 years of experience; hybrid work model

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering from ABET-accredited university.
• 7 - 10 years of experience in engineering design and project management.
• Prior experience with MEP and Fire Prevention systems in the commercial sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and technical development of engineering projects, providing expert guidance to project teams and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, calculations, and specifications, ensuring that designs meet project requirements, regulatory standards, and client expectations.
• Oversee the integration of building systems, ensuring that civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, and environmental systems are aligned and work cohesively within the overall design.
• Provide technical oversight during the construction phase, reviewing submittals, conducting site visits, and addressing technical issues that arise during construction.
• Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior engineers, helping them to develop their technical skills and knowledge.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Project management

MEP systems

Fire protection systems

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

Stratus Team in Houston is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer (PE) to provide technical leadership on complex commercial projects, overseeing design, analysis, and construction phases and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

The role focuses on guiding project teams, delivering accurate drawings and specifications, mentoring junior engineers, and coordinating with architects and contractors; requires PE and ABET-accredited degree with 7–10 years of experience; hybrid work model