Senior Plumbing Engineer

CMTA, Inc.; Lafayette (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Health, dental, vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

CMTA, a Legence company, is seeking a Senior Plumbing Engineer for our Lafayette, CA office. You will lead plumbing design on energy-efficient building projects, collaborating with a team to deliver comprehensive MEP solutions.

A strong technical background and mentoring ability are valued as you guide projects from design through construction. The role requires 5+ years in plumbing design, experience with Revit, and a hands-on approach to solving complex building systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of industry experience in MEP design.
• Piping and equipment layout using Revit.
• Flow tests and engineering calculations.
• Layout of waste/vent, domestic hot/cold, and storm piping.
• Determine preliminary water requirements for various buildings.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
• Review and mark up others' drawings.
• Generate electronic responses to questions and reviews.
• Attend meetings with owners, clients, and architects.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to staff engineers on design.
• Review contractor submittals and shop drawings for conformance with documents and codes.
• Apply engineering techniques and calculations to piping layout and sizing.
• Collaborate with engineers and staff to implement procedures and resolve deficiencies.
• Research and analyze client design proposals for feasibility, cost, and maintenance.

Skills

MEP Design

Piping Layout

Flow Calculations

Pipe Sizing

Code Compliance

Client Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Professional License desirable

Tools

Revit

Job description

CMTA, a Legence Company CMTA 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 Company CMTA 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. Job Description CMTA, a Legence company, is seeking a Senior Plumbing Engineer for our Lafayette, CA office with 5+ years of experience in plumbing design and engineering. This person will work closely with our plumbing engineering team on energy efficient projects for various clients. Our ideal candidate should be a self-motivated individual with a technical background who thrives on resolving challenges, assisting clients, and leading all phases of the project.

Salary $115,000 - 150,000 (dependent on experience)

Work Schedule: Hybrid — 3 days in-office, 2 days remote

Desired Experience

• 5+ years of industry experience - MEP Design
• Piping and equipment layout using Revit
• Flow tests and engineering calculations
• Laying out waste/vent piping; domestic hot/cold piping; and storm piping
• Determine preliminary fire/domestic water requirements for various building types
• This position entails providing workable solutions designing plumbing systems for buildings from the design phase through the construction administration phase as needed.

Responsibilities Could Involve The Following

• Reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics.
• Reviewing and marking up others drawings.
• Generating electronic responses to questions and reviews.
• Attending meetings with owners, clients, and architects.
• Providing guidance and mentoring to staff engineers on appropriate design.
• Reviewing contractor submittals and shop drawings to determine conformance with contract documents and applicable Codes.
• Evaluating, selecting and applying standard engineering techniques, procedures, and calculations to perform equipment research, piping layout, and pipe sizing.
• Conferring with other engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures; resolve system deficiencies and provide technical information.
• Researching and analyzing client design proposal specifications, manuals, and other criteria to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of the design or application.
• Specifying system components or directing modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance.
• Developing client relations through feedback to design engineers on customer concerns and needs.

Desired Education

• Bachelor's Degree
• Licensed Engineer a plus but not a requirement

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.

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.

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