Senior Mechanical Engineer

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

CMTA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with 7+ years of experience in consulting engineering. In this role, you will collaborate with a team of engineers to design energy-efficient mechanical systems for buildings across various industries. We’re looking for a self-motivated professional with a strong technical background who enjoys working directly with clients and contributing to all phases of a project.

This is an onsite position that will be located in our Chicago office.

• Design HVAC and mechanical systems for energy-efficient buildings
• Manage projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with engineering standards
• Lead new project pursuits by providing input on RFPs/RFQs and participating in project interviews and presentations
• Build and manage strong client relationships while articulating project and design requirements, progress, challenges, and troubleshooting to both clients and technical staff
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and reports
• Lead technical discussions and mechanical work groups with project stakeholders while designing to meet project objectives
• Provide guidance to staff engineers on best practices for energy-efficient design
• Review contractor submittals (shop drawings, specifications) for compliance with contract documents
• Effectively communicate scope, schedule, and budget to clients, co-workers, and technical teams
• Evaluate, select, and apply engineering techniques and procedures for project tasks
• Research and analyze customer design proposals, manuals, and standards to determine feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements
• Specify system components or modify designs to meet engineering and performance specifications
• Coordinate with all disciplines to integrate work and client requests into design
• Collaborate with engineers and project personnel to resolve design issues and provide technical expertise
• Provide mentoring and leadership to less experienced staff and provide technical reviews of co‑workers’ projects

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering required
• 7+ years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer designing HVAC systems in consulting engineering
• EIT certification or PE license preferred
• Strong experience with MEP design and HVAC systems
• Proficiency in Revit
• Experience in project management and direct client interactions

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match: Company matches 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.

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

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