Senior Mechanical Engineer

Legence Corp.; Lafayette (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; 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

Legence Corp. is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer in Lafayette, California. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in consulting engineering, a strong background in energy-efficient building design, and the ability to manage projects from concept through to construction.

This role offers a hybrid schedule of 3 days in-office and 2 days remote, with a competitive salary range of $150,000 – $190,000 and eligibility for performance bonuses.

Benefits include a 401(k) plan with company match, comprehensive health benefits, and flexible vacation policies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in consulting engineering.
• EIT or PE Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Provide guidance to staff engineers on energy-efficient designs.
• Review contractor submittals for conformance with contract documents.
• Research and analyze customer design proposals and specifications.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project Management

Revit

AutoCAD

Energy efficiency

Plumbing

Heating

Air Conditioning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Position Overview

CMTA, a Legence company, is seeking a Sr. Mechanical Engineer with 10+ years of experience in consulting engineering. This role will work with a team to design the mechanical aspects of energy‑efficient buildings for various clients. The ideal candidate is a self‑motivated, technically strong engineer who can manage projects from concept through construction.

Salary & Compensation

Salary: $150,000 – $190,000 (dependent on experience). The role is also eligible for an annual performance‑based bonus, which is not guaranteed.

Work Schedule

Hybrid: 3 days in‑office, 2 days remote.

Desired Experience

• 10+ years as a mechanical engineer
• EIT or PE Certificate
• Project Management
• Interfacing with clients
• Cooling and heating plants
• MEP Design
• Revit/AutoCAD proficiency

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer‑generated responses.
• Attend meetings with owners, clients, or architects as needed.
• Provide guidance to staff engineers on appropriate energy‑efficient designs for various projects.
• Review contractor submittals (shop drawings, etc.) to determine conformance with contract documents.
• Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks.
• Confer with other engineers and personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information.
• Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements.
• Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.
• Research, design, and evaluate mechanical products, equipment, systems, and processes to meet requirements and apply engineering principles.
• Provide feedback to design engineers on customer problems and needs.

Desired Skills

• Plumbing
• Construction
• Energy efficiency
• Heating
• Design
• Air Conditioning
• AutoCAD/Revit

Desired Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Benefits Overview

401(k) Plan with Company Match: Company match 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 $50,000 with optional 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 [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 successful candidate’s 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 fair and competitive compensation for all employees and comply with all applicable salary transparency laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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, or other non‑merit‑based factors, and any other characteristic protected under applicable local, state, or federal laws and regulations.
EEO is the Law.