Mechanical Engineer - CMTA Energy Solutions

About the role

CMTA, a Legence company, is looking for an entry-level Mechanical Engineer to help in our Energy Solutions offices in the following regions: Baltimore MD, Fairfax VA, Richmond VA, Boston MA, and California. The Energy Solutions division 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, engineers with strong backgrounds in HVAC design and commissioning can easily transition to become an energy engineer within the Energy Solutions group.

Responsibilities

• Help develop and present project opportunities to potential clients
• Support client meetings, industry events, and proposal development
• Project development including site visits, audits, and energy calculations
• Engineering design review of drawings and specifications
• Support the bidding process to ensure quality and competitive outcomes
• Help facilitate the contract administration process
• Work with the construction manager to ensure a smooth construction period
• Commission installed systems to validate performance
• Support the client through the warranty phase as needed
• Work with our Measurement & Verification (M&V) professional to develop M&V reports

Requirements

Minimum 0‑3 years of experience with an Energy Services company OR a consulting engineering/commissioning firm is preferred. Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar discipline.

Skills

Desired skills include: Management, Construction, Engineering Design, Energy, HVAC Design, Auditing, Commissioning, Consulting, and Mechanical Engineering.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match: dollar‑for‑dollar match 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 option for voluntary buy‑up for additional coverage.
• Time Off: flexible non‑accrual vacation; company holidays per policy (California employees have separate paid sick leave if applicable).
• Expenses: business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

Pay

Base Salary Range: Fairfax VA, Baltimore MD, California and Boston, MA – $75,000 – $90,000. Base Salary Range: Richmond VA – $65,000 – $80,000. This role is also eligible for an annual performance‑based bonus; bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance and are not guaranteed.