Senior Associate, Electrical

CMTA, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Health & Welfare Benefits

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible non-accrual vacation

Reimbursed business travel expenses

Job summary

CMTA, Inc. is seeking an experienced Electrical Senior Associate to lead electrical design on diverse projects and manage client interfaces. The role emphasizes senior design leadership, budget oversight, and delivering complete design packages across multiple phases.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, 13+ years in MEP design, and strong project management skills. Proficiency in AutoCAD and REVIT is essential, with PE considered a plus.

Qualifications

• 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 preferred.
• Experience leading projects and budgeting/proposals.
• Mentoring engineers and providing design direction.
• Excellent client-facing and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and drawings.
• AutoCAD and REVIT proficiency.

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.
• Oversee design development, production of working drawings, and construction administration.
• Maintain an overview of the project team’s workload and commitments to meet deadlines.
• Act as Senior Designer on projects when necessary; lead 1-2 direct reports.

Skills

Electrical design

Project management

Mentoring engineers

Client-facing communication

AutoCAD

REVIT

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

REVIT

Job description

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

Salary Range:

$140,500 - $156,000. This role is also eligible for an annual performance‑based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.

The Employee Experience

People are at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to a diverse, inclusive culture where employees thrive—individually and as a team—with development, wellness, and day-to-day experience front and center. We offer competitive benefits and a collaborative, fun work environment. Our team was named "Best Engineering Firm to Work" for by Best Companies Group for 2024, 2025, and 2026—a people‑first standard AMA continues as they integrate with CMTA.

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.

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, 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.