Mechanical Engineer: Sustainable Building Systems Lead

CMTA, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Health & Welfare Benefits

Life and Disability Insurance

Time Off

Expenses reimbursement

Job summary

CMTA, a Legence Company, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design HVAC and mechanical systems for education, healthcare, and government sectors. You will collaborate with architects, engineers, and clients to develop concepts into construction-ready drawings.

You’ll apply energy-saving strategies, comply with codes, and contribute to performance contracting initiatives. A bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of experience are required, along with EIT and proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Trane Trace, IES

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience designing HVAC and mechanical systems.
• EIT certification or eligibility.
• Experience with K-12, higher education, healthcare, or public sector projects.
• Knowledge of building codes, ASHRAE, FGI standards, and energy modeling.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems from concept through construction.
• Develop energy-efficient solutions that meet or exceed client expectations.
• Collaborate on projects from start to finish with site visits, drawings, specs, and construction support.
• Work with architects, engineers, and owners to define goals and resolve challenges.
• Review documents and submittals for code compliance and design integrity.
• Support performance contracting projects delivering measurable energy savings.
• Stay current with LEED or Green Globes sustainable design strategies.

Skills

HVAC system design

Client collaboration

Sustainable design

Communication & organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Architectural Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Trane Trace

IES VE

Navisworks

Microsoft Office

Job description

CMTA, a Legence Company, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design HVAC and mechanical systems for education, healthcare, and government sectors. You will collaborate with architects, engineers, and clients to develop concepts into construction-ready drawings.

You’ll apply energy-saving strategies, comply with codes, and contribute to performance contracting initiatives. A bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of experience are required, along with EIT and proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Trane Trace, IES