Senior Mechanical Engineer - CMTA Energy Solutions

CMTA•Lafayette, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

CMTA, a Legence company, is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join its rapidly growing Energy Solutions division. This role is ideal for a self-motivated individual with a strong technical background who can lead all phases of performance contracting projects. While the position is within the performance contracting division, engineers with significant HVAC design and commissioning experience are encouraged to apply, as a transition into this group is common. The Senior Engineer will be the primary point of contact for clients, managing projects from inception to completion. Key responsibilities include technical leadership, identifying new business opportunities, fostering client relationships, and contributing to the company's overall growth.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience with an Energy Services company OR a consulting engineering/commissioning firm.
Undergraduate degree in engineering from an ABET accredited university.

Nice To Haves

Business Development
Client Relationship Management
Familiarity with state specific K-12 Design-Build Procurement
Management
Construction Engineering
Design
Energy
HVAC Design
Engineering Auditing
Commissioning
Consulting

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.
Direct 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.