Senior Associate, Electrical

C M T A Inc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

C M T A Inc., based in Los Angeles, is looking for an experienced Electrical Senior Associate to manage all electrical design activities for various projects. This role demands a strong background in electrical design and project management, with a focus on client satisfaction and resource management.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, over 13 years of MEP experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD and REVIT. Join CMTA and contribute to innovative building projects in a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 13+ years of design experience as an Electrical Engineer in MEP.
• 6+ years of Project Management experience preferred.
• Experience mentoring less experienced engineers.

Responsibilities

• Manage all Electrical design activities across various projects.
• Lead planning, organization, scheduling, and project management.
• Ensure client satisfaction and oversee design development.

Skills

Electrical design

Project management

AutoCAD

REVIT

Client communication

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Job description

Posted Saturday, May 30, 2026 at 7:00 AM

CMTA (formerly AMA Group), a Legence company
CMTA is one of the fastest-growing engineering firms in the U.S., known for sustainable, high-performance building systems and complex MEP/FP delivery. Through AMA’s design expertise in media, broadcast, and production facilities—and CMTA’s national portfolio in education, healthcare, and zero-energy projects—we pair deep technical craft with an innovative, collaborative culture that accelerates careers.

CMTA, formerly known as AMA Group, is seeking an experienced Electrical Senior Associate who is strong with electrical design. This role will be responsible for managing all Electrical design activities and aspects on our various projects. This position will be client interfacing, responsible for all parts of project delivery, involved technically, and responsible for leading and managing all internal resources on each project. Preferences are strong electrical design and project management skills are a bonus.

Key Responsibilities

• Focus on client interactions and meeting the client’s expectations for electrical projects
• Be responsible for all facets of product delivery to clients and accountable for client satisfaction
• Lead the planning, interpreting, organizing, scheduling, and managing projects through all phases of development
• Establish and monitor the budget, manage the project team, and prepare schedules to ensure efficient use of resources
• Oversee design development, production of working drawings, and construction administration on projects
• Maintain an overview of the project team’s workload and commitments to successfully meet deadlines and balance resource utilization
• Act as Senior Designer on projects when necessary
• Lead and manage 1-2 direct reports

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering required; PE highly preferred
• 13+ years of design experience as an Electrical Engineer in MEP
• 6+ years of Project Management experience is preferred but not required
• Experience independently leading projects; Strong understanding of project budgeting and preparation of proposals
• Experience mentoring less experienced engineers and providing engineering + design direction to said engineers
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills with experience presenting to clients, end users, architects, contractors, and other consultants
• Expert understanding of the construction process and interpretation of construction drawings
• AutoCAD and REVIT proficiency

Reasonable Accommodations
If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us [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.

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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.

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