Senior Mechanical Engineer
About The Position
CMTA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design of high-performance building systems across education, healthcare, and government sectors. The role involves client engagement and collaboration with architects, engineers, and owners to define project goals and resolve challenges. The engineer will manage projects from concept through construction, including site visits, drawings, specifications, and construction support, and will contribute to performance contracting projects focused on measurable energy savings. The position also includes reviewing technical documents and contractor submittals, ensuring code compliance and design integrity, mentoring junior staff, and incorporating sustainable design strategies such as LEED or Green Globes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field.
- At least 7 years of experience designing HVAC and mechanical systems.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Trane Trace, IES VE, Navisworks, and Microsoft Office.
- Experience with K-12, higher education, healthcare, or public sector projects.
- Strong 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
- LEED AP, CEM, or other green building certifications.
- Experience with plumbing and fire protection systems.
- Familiarity with local design-build procurement processes.
Responsibilities
- Lead mechanical design from concept through construction.
- Develop innovative, energy-efficient solutions that meet or exceed client expectations.
- Oversee projects from start to finish, including site visits, drawings, specifications, and construction support.
- Collaborate 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.
- Guide and mentor junior staff, providing leadership and sharing best practices.
- Support and contribute to performance contracting projects that deliver measurable energy savings.
- Integrate sustainable design strategies such as LEED or Green Globes.
- Engage with clients and contribute to projects in education, healthcare, and government sectors.
Benefits
- Supportive, team-first culture with mentorship and growth opportunities.
- Opportunity to work on diverse, meaningful projects and develop skills.
- Company culture that values curiosity, creativity, and continuous learning.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
