Senior Mechanical Engineer

Legence Corp.; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Health & Welfare Benefits

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Time Off

Expense Reimbursement

Job summary

Legence Corp. is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for their office in The Woodlands, TX. This leadership role involves managing mechanical design projects, mentoring engineers, and ensuring client satisfaction.

The candidate should have over 10 years of experience, hold a P.E. license, and possess excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive benefits including 401(k) matching, health insurance, and flexible vacation policies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of industry experience.
• Ability to work outside normal hours as required by project deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers, providing mentorship and technical direction.
• Maintain positive client relationships and ensure project goals are met.
• Manage project budgets and ensure timely completion of services.

Skills

Project Management

Client Relations

Analytical Skills

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

P.E. Licensed Mechanical Engineer

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

CMTA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to be a leader in their office in The Woodlands, TX. This position will provide mechanical services that meet and exceed a client’s expectations. The engineer will provide expert advice, make key decisions, and develop highly complex elements regarding mechanical design and project development. In this role, you will lead and mentor a team of engineers, providing technical direction, support, and leadership to drive both team and business success. The position is responsible for growing and developing the mechanical department and continuing to build successful client relations.

This role is well‑suited for an engineering leader who enjoys tackling complex, unfamiliar challenges and developing thoughtful, creative solutions. You’ll use independent judgment and strong analytical skills to interpret technical guidelines, coordinate interconnected work across teams, and guide projects that involve multiple functional areas. Your decisions will have a meaningful impact across the department and broader organization as you help set objectives and shape execution within established company goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Project Management
  • Positively motivate and review work performed by a team of mechanical engineers.
  • Professionally work with clients to identify goals.
  • Correctly complete billing and budgeting for a project.
  • Coordinate services between mechanical engineer team, clients, and other contractors.
  • Provide descriptive solutions to mechanical design difficulties.
  • Manage a team of engineers and designers; conduct periodic reviews and foster a collaborative atmosphere.
  • Facilitate weekly team meetings and effectively delegate workload to team members.
• Business Development
  • Frequent professional interaction with clients to discover and implement expectations.
  • Maintain positive relationships with clients.
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications (Education, Experience, and Licenses/Certifications required)

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.
• P.E. Licensed Mechanical Engineer.
• 10+ years of industry experience.
• Proven ability to maintain a high level of professionalism and organization.
• Established industry and market expertise.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and be a strong decision maker.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Proven ability to maintain excellent integrity and ethical standards within role.
• Ability to work outside normal business hours as project schedules and deadlines require.

No sponsorship available for this position.

Benefits Overview

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match: 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 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 on 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. EEO is the Law.