Senior Mechanical Engineer

CMTA, Inc.; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Health, Dental, Vision

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Travel expense reimbursement

Job summary

CMTA, a Legence Company, seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer with 10+ years of consulting experience to join our Boston, Framingham, and Waltham offices. You will design mechanical systems for energy-efficient buildings and collaborate with clients across project phases.

Ideal candidates hold a PE or EIT, strong project management skills, and hands-on MEP design experience with AutoCAD and Revit. Competitive pay and robust benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a mechanical engineer
• Professional certification (EIT or PE) preferred
• Experience managing mechanical design projects
• Interfacing with clients and project teams
• MEP design experience for building systems
• Familiarity with heating/cooling plant design

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and design HVAC/R systems for energy‑efficient buildings
• Collaborate with owners, architects, and other engineers on design and construction
• Provide guidance on energy efficient designs and technical solutions
• Review submittals and ensure conformance with contract documents
• Coordinate with staff engineers to implement design and resolve issues
• Research and analyze design proposals for feasibility and cost
• Specify system components to meet performance specifications
• Support proposal development and client communication

Skills

Ten+ years experience

EIT or PE

Project management

Client interaction

MEP design

Heating & cooling systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

CMTA, a Legence CompanyCMTA is one of the fastest growing engineering firms in the U.S., with nationally recognized expertise in sustainable, high-performance building engineering. We are a collaborative, innovative, and energetic team that leverages a data-driven, holistic approach to consulting engineering, performance contracting, and zero energy projects. We focus on finding engineers whose skills and personalities drive them to excel, fostering a workplace that provides unparalleled growth and career opportunities.

CMTA, a Legence CompanyCMTA is one of the fastest growing engineering firms in the U.S., with nationally recognized expertise in sustainable, high-performance building engineering. We are a collaborative, innovative, and energetic team that leverages a data-driven, holistic approach to consulting engineering, performance contracting, and zero energy projects. We focus on finding engineers whose skills and personalities drive them to excel, fostering a workplace that provides unparalleled growth and career opportunities. CMTA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with 10+ years of experience in Consulting Engineering for our Boston, Framingham and Waltham office. This position will work with a team of engineers to design the mechanical aspects of energy efficient buildings for various clients. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated individual who thrives on helping clients and has a technical background. We hope they will be involved in all phases of the project.

Desired Experience

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

The position is responsible for managing projects, being involved in the design of the heating, air conditioning, ventilation, and plumbing systems of buildings for the purpose of bidding and construction.

Additional Duties Of The Position Are As Follows

• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated response
• Attend meetings with owners, clients, or architects as needed
• Provide guidance to staff engineers as to the appropriate energy efficient designs to be implemented in 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 other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information
• Research and analyze customer design proposals specification, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications
• 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, apply knowledge of engineering principles
• Provide feedback to design engineers on customer problems and needs

Desired Skills

• Plumbing
• Construction
• Energy
• Heating
• Engineering
• Design
• Air Conditioning
• Submittals
• AutoCAD/Revit

Desired Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Base Salary Range: $130,000 - $150,000. 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.

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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&DD 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. EEO is the Law