Director of Engineering Technology

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 Director of Engineering Technology is responsible for leading the strategy, implementation, and continuous improvement of engineering technologies across a multidisciplinary architectural and engineering organization. This role ensures that digital tools, platforms, workflows, and data systems support high-quality design delivery, operational efficiency, and innovation across multiple engineering disciplines and market sectors.

The Director partners closely with engineering leaders, design teams, IT, and executive leadership to align technology initiatives with business objectives, enhance project delivery, and maintain a competitive advantage.

• Develop and execute a firm-wide engineering technology strategy aligned with business goals and growth initiatives
• Lead digital transformation efforts, including adoption of advanced design technologies, automation, and data-driven workflows
• Evaluate emerging technologies (e.g., BIM, digital twins, AI-assisted design, cloud collaboration platforms) and recommend adoption where appropriate
• Serve as a thought leader and advisor to executive leadership on engineering technology trends and investments

• Oversee the selection, implementation, and governance of engineering design tools and platforms (e.g., CAD, BIM, analysis software)
• Ensure standardization across disciplines where appropriate while supporting specialized technical needs
• Manage software licensing, vendor relationships, and tool performance to optimize ROI
• Lead development and maintenance of design standards, templates, and best practices

• Facilitate collaboration and consistency across multiple engineering disciplines (e.g., civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, environmental)
• Promote interoperable workflows between architectural and engineering teams
• Support integrated project delivery methods leveraging shared models and data environments

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and efficiency of design processes
• Advance automation strategies, including scripting, parametric design, and workflow optimization
• Champion innovation initiatives, hackathons, and pilot programs to test new tools and methods
• Measure and track performance metrics related to technology adoption and impact

• Establish standards for data governance, model management, and digital deliverables
• Support development of digital delivery frameworks, including BIM execution plans and model-based deliverables
• Oversee integration of engineering data with enterprise systems (e.g., project management, asset management)
• Promote use of data analytics and dashboards to improve decision-making

• Lead and develop a team of design technology specialists, BIM managers, and engineers
• Provide mentorship and training programs to enhance digital competency across the organization
• Foster a culture of collaboration, learning, and…