About Stratus
Stratus® is an integrated, multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, interior design, and consulting firm. 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 on our promise of Better Plans. Better Places .
The Role
We are seeking experienced Mechanical Designer to support engineering and design efforts across complex industrial projects. The ideal candidate has a strong background in piping design within manufacturing, chemical, food & beverage, or oil & gas facilities, with the ability to independently develop piping layouts, support engineering teams, and deliver high-quality construction packages.
Key Responsibilities:
Piping Design & Layout
- Develop 2D and 3D piping designs, including general arrangements, plans, sections, and isometrics.
- Create piping models aligned with process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
- Route piping systems considering safety, constructability, operations, maintenance, and accessibility.
- Select pipe materials, valve types, fittings, and specialty items based on project specifications and industry standards.
- Produce and finalize deliverables such as equipment layouts, line lists, tie-in details, and bill of materials.
Project Execution
- Work closely with mechanical, process, structural, electrical, and instrumentation teams to coordinate designs.
- Assist in field verification, site walks, laser scans, and as-built documentation.
- Support construction teams with design clarifications, RFIs, and redline updates.
- Ensure designs comply with project specifications, codes, and client standards (ASME, API, ANSI, USDA/FDA for F&B, etc.).
