Cator Ruma & Associates, a leading Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Technology, and Commissioning (MEPT + Cx) engineering firm with more than 67 years of experience across the Mountain West, has expanded into Utah.
The move marks the firm’s fourth regional location, joining its existing offices in Lakewood, Colorado; Cheyenne, Wyoming; and Boise, Idaho. The Utah expansion positions Cator Ruma to serve the state’s rapidly growing healthcare, higher education, K-12, civic, laboratory, and mission-critical sectors, bringing its 110+ person team and full suite of engineering services to one of the most dynamic institutional markets in the country.
“Utah’s growth is real, and so is the demand for high-quality engineering in the environments that matter most,” said Blake Winter, PE, president of Cator Ruma. “This expansion is consistent with how we have always grown: deliberately, with the right people, in markets where we can do meaningful work and build lasting relationships.”
Since its founding in 1959, Cator Ruma has partnered with leading institutions to create environments that heal, educate, and strengthen communities. The firm’s portfolio spans hundreds of projects annually across healthcare systems, universities, public school districts, government facilities, and mission-critical infrastructure throughout the Western United States.
“We are not just opening an office. We are bringing a team and a track record,” said Michael Meints, PE, chief executive officer. “Utah institutions deserve a firm with deep technical insight and a proven collaborative approach. That is exactly what we intend to deliver.”
The firm is also actively seeking experienced MEP engineers and emerging professionals in the Utah market to join its team as part of the expansion. Cator Ruma is known for its mentorship-driven culture, commitment to professional development, and career trajectory that gives engineers real responsibility early.
For more information about Cator Ruma’s Utah expansion, available services, or career opportunities, visit catorruma.com.
