Lighting Designer - CMTA Energy Solutions

CMTA, Inc.; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Health & Welfare Benefits

Life Insurance

Time Off

Expense Reimbursement

Job summary

CMTA, a Legence Company, in Fairfax, VA, is seeking an energetic electrical design professional to join the Energy Solutions division. You will design, bid, project manage, and commission LED lighting retrofit and replacement projects for a diverse client base, applying a hands-on, data-driven approach.

The ideal candidate has 0–3+ years in electrical design or lighting, with EIT preferred. You will read drawings, develop retrofit solutions, and collaborate with engineers to produce high-quality

Qualifications

• 0–3+ years of electrical design and/or lighting experience.
• EIT certificate preferred but not required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design, bid, manage, and commission LED lighting retrofit projects.
• Collaborate with engineers to produce construction documents.
• Read and interpret engineered drawings, schematics, specifications, etc.
• Assist clients with lighting retrofit solutions.

Skills

Electrical design

Lighting systems

Team collaboration

Leadership

Project management

AutoCAD

Revit

AGi Lighting

EIT

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

AGi Lighting

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.

Location

Fairfax, VA

Job Description

The Energy Solutions division of CMTA is the fastest growing division of our large and growing company. This position will work with a team of engineers to design, bid, project manage, and commission LED lighting retrofit and replacement projects for various clients of CMTA. Our ideal candidate is typically a self-motivated individual who thrives on helping clients and has a technical background.

Desired Experience

• 0-3+ years of electrical design and/or lighting experience
• EIT certificate is preferred but not required

Desired Skills

• Audit/survey existing lighting systems
• Read and interpret engineered drawings, schematics, specifications, etc.
• Determine LED lighting retrofit/replacement solutions
• Work with a team of engineers and designers to produce high-quality construction documents
• Design experience with AutoCAD/Revit is preferred but not required
• Experience with AGi lighting software is preferred but not required
• Leadership and project management

Desired Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is preferred but not required

About Legence

Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems—enhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions. Serving some of the world’s most technically demanding sectors, Legence counts over 60% of the Nasdaq-100 Index among its clients.

Benefits Overview

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match: Currently match contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 4% of eligible pay; 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 amount with the option for voluntary buy up for additional coverage.
• 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.

Employment Eligibility

Candidates must have current work authorization in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available for this position. We are unable to provide immigration sponsorship for this position.

Pay Disclosure & Considerations

Where pay ranges are indicated, please note that a successful candidate’s exact pay will be determined based relevant job-related factors, including any of the following: candidate’s 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 (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, other non-merit-based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations.

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