Senior Mechanical Engineer

CMTA, a Legence Company CMTA 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. We focus on finding engineers whose skills and personalities drive them to excel, fostering a workplace that provides unparalleled growth and career opportunities.

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

Although this position is for the performance contracting division of our company, we have found that engineers with strong backgrounds in HVAC design and commissioning can easily make the transition to become a valuable team member within our Energy Solutions group.

• 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 (M&V) 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.

• Minimum 5 years of experience with an Energy Services company OR a consulting engineering/commissioning firm.
• Must have undergrad degree in engineering from an ABET accredited university.

• 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

We are unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission‑critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems—enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long‑term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq‑100 Index among its clients.

• 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…