Lighting Designer/Engineer Intern/Co-op Fall 2026 - Energy Solutions
About The Position
CMTA is a rapidly growing engineering firm recognized nationally for its expertise in sustainable, high-performance building engineering. We foster a collaborative, competitive, innovative, and energetic environment for our engineers and team leaders, employing a holistic approach to consulting engineering, performance contracting, and zero-energy projects. We seek engineers who are driven towards excellence and offer exceptional career opportunities. Our Energy Solutions division specializes in Guaranteed Energy Savings Performance Contracts (ESPCs), a method to upgrade and renovate facilities in a budget-neutral or budget-positive manner by redirecting utility expenses into facility improvements. This includes scope development, design, bidding, construction management, commissioning, measurement, verification, and ongoing energy management. We have a proven track record in designing highly energy-efficient buildings, including many zero-energy structures, and possess unparalleled knowledge in the ESPC market. CMTA Energy Solutions offers a comprehensive co-op program for engineering students, providing an immersive experience in Guaranteed Energy Savings Performance Contracting over one or more semesters. Co-ops gain valuable industry skills through hands-on collaboration with full-time engineers under the direct supervision of Professional Engineers. Our program is designed to cultivate students into full-time employees who contribute to the company's growth. We look for candidates with excellent interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively both independently and as part of a team. Unlike typical co-op programs, ours allows co-ops to stand out by taking on challenging projects and engaging with multiple ESPCs, participating in every stage of development from initial concept to implementation. Whether students wish to develop skills in calculating energy savings, creating renovation documents, or gaining field experience, CMTA Energy Solutions aims to exceed expectations. Lighting Co-ops will receive practical experience with commercial lighting systems, enabling them to design a complete LED lighting upgrade from inception by the program's end. They will directly support our lighting project managers.
Requirements
- Pursuing a BSEE, preferably a sophomore (2nd year), or junior (3rd year)
- CAD experience is helpful but not required
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to work both independently and as a team member
- Ability to travel for field work
Responsibilities
- Assist in all aspects of the project development phase – including site visits, building audits
- Energy calculations in relation to lighting upgrades
- Produce detailed construction documents using CAD for LED lighting upgrades
- Support material procurement and construction management staff during implementation of lighting upgrades
- Field verify proper installation and implementation of LED lighting upgrades
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Career Level
Intern
