Electrical Engineer

C M T A Inc; Lafayette (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Health & Welfare Benefits

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible non-accrual vacation

Job summary

C M T A Inc, a Legence company, is looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer in Lafayette, CA. This role involves designing electrical systems for energy-efficient buildings and infrastructure projects, with opportunities for project management and client engagement.

The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of MEP design experience and a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. The position offers a hybrid work model and competitive salary between $90,000 – $115,000.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with MEP design.
• Strong and innovative technical background in electrical engineering.
• Proven ability to design electrical aspects of energy-efficient buildings.

Responsibilities

• Design and production of electrical systems, including power distribution and lighting.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams as a Project Manager.
• Prepare and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Evaluate and apply engineering techniques to perform tasks.
• Interact with owners, clients, architects, and contractors.

Skills

Electrical Engineering Infrastructure Design

Construction Administration and Submittals

Power Distribution and Lighting Systems

AutoCAD

Revit

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

FE Registration preferred with potential for PE registration

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description

CMTA, a Legence company

CMTA is one of the fastest growing engineering firms in the U.S., with nationally recognized expertise in sustainable, high-performance building engineering. We are a collaborative, innovative, and energetic team that leverages a data‑driven, holistic approach to consulting engineering, performance contracting, and zero‑energy projects. We focus on finding engineers whose skills and personalities drive them to excel, fostering a workplace that provides unparalleled growth and career opportunities.

Job Description: CMTA, a Legence company, is seeking an Electrical Engineer with one or more years of experience in consulting engineering. This candidate must have a strong and innovative technical background in electrical engineering and a proven ability to design the electrical aspects of energy‑efficient buildings and complex infrastructure projects. The role requires leadership, self‑motivation, and a passion for helping our team and clients succeed.

In this role, you will serve as an Electrical Engineer responsible for design and production work on projects of all sizes, a Project Manager collaborating with internal and external teams, a Client Champion delivering responsive service, and an Employee Advocate promoting our core values through teaching, training, mentoring, and collaboration.

The position is responsible for designing electrical systems, power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, emergency power, UPS, renewable energy systems, fire alarm systems, low‑voltage systems, and IT safety/security/ access control coordination for bidding and construction purposes. You will engage with a team of engineers throughout all project phases.

Office Location: Lafayette, CA

Work Schedule: Hybrid – 3 days in‑office, 2 days remote

Salary: $90,000 – $115,000 (dependent on experience)

Desired Experience

• 3+ years of experience with MEP design
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering
• FE Registration preferred with potential for PE registration
• Experience with Revit/AutoCAD

Responsibilities:

• Prepare, read, and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.
• Interact with owners, clients, architects, and contractors as needed with verbal and written communication.
• Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks.
• Confer with other engineers and personnel to achieve project deadlines.
• Apply knowledge of engineering principles to design and evaluate products, equipment, systems, and processes to meet project requirements.
• Design and specify system components to ensure conformance with project goals and requirements.
• Research and analyze client design requirements, manuals, and data to evaluate feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs.
• Review contractor submittals (shop drawings, etc.) to determine conformance with contract documents.

Desired Skills

• Electrical Engineering Infrastructure Design
• Construction Administration and Submittals
• Power Distribution and Lighting Systems
• AutoCAD & Revit

Benefits Overview

401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar‑for‑dollar up to 4% of eligible pay with immediate vesting.

Health & Welfare Benefits: Employer‑provided medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, Employee Assistance Program, and accident & illness coverage.

Life and Disability Insurance: Employer‑provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage with the option for voluntary buy‑up.

Time Off: Flexible non‑accrual vacation; company holidays per policy. (For California employees, this is separate from California paid sick leave, if applicable.)

Expenses: Business travel and related expenses reimbursed per company policy.

Reasonable Accommodations

If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] or your dedicated recruiter with the job title and requisition number.

Employment Eligibility

Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Pay Disclosure & Considerations

Where pay ranges are indicated, the exact pay will be determined based on relevant job‑related factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications, as well as geographic and market considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Legence and its affiliate companies are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), marital or familial status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state, or federal laws and regulations. EEO is the law.