Senior Mechanical Engineer - CMTA Energy Solutions
About the role
CMTA, a Legence Company, is seeking an experienced Engineer to join the Energy Solutions division. This division is the fastest-growing part of our company, focusing on performance contracting, consulting engineering, and zero energy projects.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Lead 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.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience with an Energy Services company OR a consulting engineering/commissioning firm.
- Undergrad degree in engineering from an ABET accredited university.
Desired Skills
- Business Development
- Client Relationship Management
- Familiarity with state specific K-12 Design-Build Procurement
- Management
- Engineering Design
- Energy
- HVAC Design
- Auditing
- Commissioning
- Consulting
Benefits
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Health & Welfare Benefits
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Time Off
- Expenses
Pay
Base Salary Range: Fairfax VA, MA, MD & CA - $115,000 - $150,000
Base Salary Range: Richmond VA - $100,000 - $130,000
This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus.
About Legence
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 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.
Benefits Overview
- 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.
Reasonable Accommodations
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