Senior Mechanical Engineer

About CMTA

CMTA, a Legence Company, is one of the fastest growing engineering firms in the U.S., with nationally recognized expertise in sustainable, high‑performance building engineering. We are a collaborative, innovative, and energetic team that leverages a data‑driven, holistic approach to consulting engineering, performance contracting, and zero energy projects.

Position Overview

CMTA is looking for an experienced Engineer to help expand our reach in new markets. The Energy Solutions division is the fastest growing division of the company. The successful candidate is typically a self‑motivated individual who thrives on helping clients and has the technical background to be involved and lead all phases of our work.

Engineers with strong backgrounds in HVAC design and commissioning can easily transition to become a valuable team member within our Energy Solutions group.

Duties

• Introduce and explain performance contracting to potential clients, identifying opportunities where CMTA’s solutions can provide long‑term value.
• Articulate how and why CMTA is unique in our approach to performance contracting, reinforcing our value proposition in both technical and financial terms.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to foster repeat business, referrals, and long‑term partnerships.
• Participate in business development efforts including client meetings, industry events, and proposal development.
• Lead the development phase including site visits, audits, and energy calculations.
• Direct the engineering design team in producing drawings and specifications.
• Direct the bidding process to ensure quality and competitive outcomes.
• Collaborate with the client to finalize the performance contract.
• Work with the construction manager to ensure a smooth construction period.
• Direct the commissioning process to validate performance.
• Support the client through the warranty phase as needed.
• Work with our Measurement & Verification professional to develop the first‑year M&V report.
• Demonstrate knowledge of state‑specific K‑12 design‑build procurement processes, ensuring alignment with state and district requirements.

Required Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience with an Energy Services company or a consulting engineering/commissioning firm.
• Undergraduate degree in engineering from an ABET‑accredited university.

Desired Skills

• Business Development
• Client Relationship Management
• Familiarity with state‑specific K‑12 design‑build procurement
• Management
• Construction
• Engineering Design
• Energy
• HVAC Design
• Engineering
• Auditing
• Commissioning
• Consulting

Immigration Sponsorship

We are unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

Benefits Overview

401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar‑for‑dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; immediate vesting.

Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer‑provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program and accident & illness coverage.

Life and Disability Insurance: Employer‑provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for voluntary buy‑up for additional coverage.

Time Off: Flexible non‑accrual vacation; company holidays per policy. (For California employees, this is separate from California paid sick leave, if applicable.)

Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.

Employment Eligibility

Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Pay Disclosure & Considerations

Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based on relevant job‑related factors, including any of the following: candidate’s experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal‑opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non‑merit‑based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations.

EEO is the Law.