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Consistently ranking among the Top 500 Design Firms in Engineering News-Record, the firm offers a deep bench of industry experts through a highly collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle. Operating coast to coast, Stratus® serves clients nationwide while maintaining a strategic commitment to supporting high-growth economies and building vibrant communities that foster the professional growth of its team. Serving public- and private-sector clients, the firm is dedicated to delivering the highest-quality service wherever projects take shape. Across the Civic, Commercial, Industrial, Transportation, Education, Water Resources, and Government sectors, we bring precision, insight, and purpose to every project, from targeted renovations to large-scale infrastructure. Stratus® designs spaces, systems, and solutions that perform, endure, and make an impact, delivering onour promise of Better Plans. Better Places.\nThe Role\nThis Mechanical Design Engineer (MEP) is responsible for developing, managing, and coordinating mechanical system designs and construction documentation for building and infrastructure projects. This role will assist in mechanical BIM/CAD efforts, ensures alignment with engineering calculations and design intent, and supports multi-disciplinary coordination across MEP and architectural teams. 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