Senior Project Engineer

Legence Corp.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Legence Corp. is seeking a Senior Project Engineer, Mechanical to design mechanical systems across a range of projects. This hands-on role includes project leadership and collaboration with clients, contractors, and architects.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Engineering, 5–9 years of mechanical system design experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD and REVIT. The position offers a salary range of $85,000 – $110,000 annually plus performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• 5–9 years of experience in mechanical system design; field experience is required.
• Understanding of engineering drafting standards and mechanical engineering standards.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems for a variety of projects.
• Select and specify equipment for residential buildings.
• Prepare basis-of-design descriptions and project-related documentation.
• Perform design load calculations and mechanical system design.
• Design energy-efficient systems and provide credit documentation for LEED.

Skills

Mechanical system design

AutoCAD proficiency

REVIT proficiency

Building codes knowledge

Construction process understanding

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering

Job description

CMTA (formerly AMA Group) is one of the fastest‑growing engineering firms in the United States, known for sustainable, high‑performance building systems and complex MEP/FP delivery. Through AMA’s design expertise and CMTA’s national portfolio, we pair deep technical craft with an innovative, collaborative culture that accelerates careers.

CMTA is seeking a Senior Project Engineer, Mechanical who will be responsible for designing mechanical systems and ensuring projects are completed successfully on a range of both small and large projects. This is a hands‑on role that will lead projects and represent CMTA in all interactions with clients, contractors, architects, and other project team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Exercise judgment in evaluating, selecting, and applying standard design engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria on a variety of projects to include, but not limited to, buildings and facilities, including hospitals, laboratories, high‑rise residential and high‑rise offices, media, and other commercial and institutional projects, in compliance with state, National, and local municipality building codes
• Select and specify equipment, including pumps, heat exchangers, boilers, cooling towers, chillers, air handlers, and fans, for residential buildings with heat pumps, VRF/VRV, and PTAC systems
• Assist in the preparation of basis‑of‑design descriptions, responses to client comments, and other project‑related documentation. Incorporate design changes using AutoCAD and Revit software
• Perform design load calculations, equipment selections, and mechanical system design
• Design energy‑efficient systems that set the standards for building system design, perform COMCheck, and provide credit documentation for LEED and other building rating systems design and compliance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s in Engineering required; PE highly preferred
• 5–9 years of experience in mechanical system design; field experience is required
• Working knowledge of building codes and standards, engineering drafting standards, mechanical engineering standards, and other trades
• Understanding of the construction process and ability to interpret construction drawings
• AutoCAD and REVIT proficiency

Salary Range $85,000 – $110,000. 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.

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