Senior Mechanical Engineer

Legence • Cincinnati, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

CMTA, a Legence company, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to design mechanical systems for high-performance buildings across sectors including education, healthcare, and government. The role involves client engagement and collaboration with architects, engineers, owners, and other team members, contributing to projects from concept through construction. The engineer will develop energy-efficient solutions, support performance contracting projects, and incorporate 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.
• 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, FGI standards, and energy modeling principles.
• Strong interest in sustainability, performance-driven design, and client collaboration.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, with an ability to work with people and solve 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 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 match 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 an 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: Senior