Mechanical Engineer

Legence • Cincinnati, OH

23d • Onsite

About The Position

CMTA, a Legence company, is seeking a skilled and motivated Mechanical Engineer to design high-performance building systems across education, healthcare, and government sectors. The role involves designing systems from concept through construction and developing innovative, energy-efficient solutions. The engineer will collaborate with architects, engineers, owners, contractors, and clients; contribute to projects from start to finish; and help deliver meaningful outcomes for communities.

The position includes site visits, preparing drawings and specifications, providing construction support, reviewing technical documents and contractor submittals, and supporting performance-contracting projects with measurable energy savings. The engineer will contribute to sustainable design strategies, including LEED or Green Globes, and help ensure code compliance and design integrity.

CMTA describes itself as a collaborative, innovative, and energetic engineering firm focused on sustainable, high-performance building engineering, performance contracting, and zero-energy projects. It offers a supportive team culture with opportunities for mentorship, growth, and continuous learning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience designing HVAC and mechanical systems.
• EIT certification.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Trane Trace, IES VE, Navisworks, and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of building codes, ASHRAE and FGI standards, and energy modeling principles.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with an interest in collaboration and problem-solving.
• Passion for sustainability, performance-driven design, and client collaboration.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in K-12, higher education, healthcare, or public-sector projects.
• 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 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 to ensure 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.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company match: dollar-for-dollar matching up to 4% of eligible pay, with immediate vesting.
• Employer-provided medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program and accident and illness coverage.
• Employer-provided basic life insurance and AD&D coverage valued at $50,000, with the option to buy additional coverage.
• Flexible non-accrual vacation.
• Company holidays per policy.
• Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level