Mechanical Engineer

CMTA•Minneapolis, MN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

CMTA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design mechanical systems for high-performance buildings across sectors including education, healthcare, and government. The role involves contributing throughout project lifecycles, collaborating with clients and multidisciplinary teams, and supporting projects that benefit communities. The engineer will develop energy-efficient solutions and contribute to sustainable design and performance contracting work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field.
5–7+ years of experience designing HVAC and mechanical systems.
EIT certification.
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Trane Trace, IES VE, Navisworks, and Microsoft Office.
Experience with K–12, higher education, healthcare, or public sector projects.
Knowledge of building codes, ASHRAE and FGI standards, and energy modeling principles.
Passion for sustainability, performance-driven design, and client collaboration.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, with an interest in working with people and solving problems.

Nice To Haves

PE license.
LEED AP, CEM, or other green building certifications.
Experience with plumbing and fire protection systems.
Familiarity with local design-build procurement processes.

Responsibilities

Design mechanical systems from concept through construction.
Develop innovative, energy-efficient solutions that meet or exceed client expectations.
Contribute to projects from start to finish, including site visits, drawings, specifications, and construction support.
Work with architects, engineers, and owners to define project goals and resolve challenges.
Review technical documents and contractor submittals for code compliance and design integrity.
Support and contribute to performance contracting projects that deliver measurable energy savings.
Integrate sustainable design strategies such as LEED or Green Globes.