Mechanical Engineer - CMTA Energy Solutions
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.
About the role
The Energy Solutions division of CMTA is seeking an entry-level Mechanical Engineer to join our teams in Baltimore MD, Fairfax and Richmond VA, Boston MA, and California. This division is the fastest growing part of our company. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, thrives on helping clients, and has the technical background to lead all phases of our work. While this role is within the performance contracting division, engineers with strong HVAC design and commissioning experience can transition into an energy engineering role within our 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
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline
- Minimum 0-3 years of experience with an Energy Services company OR a consulting engineering/commissioning firm
Skills
- Management
- Construction
- Engineering Design
- Energy
- HVAC Design
- Auditing
- Commissioning
- Consulting
- Mechanical Engineering
Pay
Fairfax VA, Baltimore MD, California and Massachusetts: $75,000 - $90,000 base salary, plus eligibility for an annual performance-based bonus.
Richmond VA: $65,000 - $80,000 base salary, plus eligibility for an annual performance-based bonus.
Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.
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 $50,000, with optional 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.
Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.