Senior Mechanical Engineer

CMTA, 10411 Meeting Street, Prospect, Kentucky, United States of America

Posted Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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 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 Louisville office.

• Design HVAC and mechanical systems for energy-efficient buildings
• Manage projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with engineering standards
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and reports
• Attend meetings with clients, owners, and architects to develop project requirements
• Provide guidance to staff engineers on best practices for energy-efficient design
• Review contractor submittals (shop drawings, specifications) for compliance with contract documents
• 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
• 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
• PE license preferred
• Strong experience with MEP design and HVAC systems
• Proficiency in Revit
• Experience in project management and direct client interactions

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 leave, if applicable.)
• Expenses:
  Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

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