Senior Mechanical Engineer, Energy Solutions & M&V

CMTA, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Health & Welfare Benefits

Life and Disability Insurance

Time Off and Holidays

Reimbursed Travel Expenses

Job summary

CMTA, a Legence Company, is seeking an experienced Engineer to lead performance contracting initiatives, drive business development, and oversee energy calculations for diverse building projects in ENERGY SOLUTIONS. You will manage site visits, audits, and M&V reporting while coordinating with design, construction, and commissioning teams.

The role focuses on expanding CMTA’s reach in new markets, leveraging HVAC design and commissioning expertise to deliver high-value, long-term energy

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience with an Energy Services company OR a consulting engineering/commissioning firm.
• Must have undergrad degree in engineering from ABET accredited university.

Responsibilities

• Introduce and explain performance contracting to potential clients, identifying opportunities where CMTA’s solutions can provide long-term value.
• Articulate how and why CMTA is unique in our approach to performance contracting, reinforcing our value proposition in both technical and financial terms.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to foster repeat business, referrals, and long-term partnerships.
• Participate in business development efforts including client meetings, industry events, and proposal development.
• Lead the development phase including site visits, audits, and energy calculations.
• Direct the engineering design team in producing drawings and specifications.
• Direct the bidding process to ensure quality and competitive outcomes.
• Collaborate with the client to finalize the performance contract.
• Work with the construction manager to ensure a smooth construction period.
• Direct the commissioning process to validate performance.
• Support the client through the warranty phase as needed.
• Work with our Measurement & Verification (M&V) professional to develop the first-year M&V report.
• Demonstrate knowledge of state specific K-12 design-build procurement processes, ensuring alignment with state and district requirements.

Skills

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

K-12 Design-Build Procurement

Management

Construction

Engineering Design

Energy

HVAC Design

Engineering

Auditing

Commissioning

Consulting

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

CMTA, a Legence Company, is seeking an experienced Engineer to lead performance contracting initiatives, drive business development, and oversee energy calculations for diverse building projects in ENERGY SOLUTIONS. You will manage site visits, audits, and M&V reporting while coordinating with design, construction, and commissioning teams.

The role focuses on expanding CMTA’s reach in new markets, leveraging HVAC design and commissioning expertise to deliver high-value, long-term energy