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Job overview
CMTA is seeking a Mechanical Designer to collaborate with engineers on energy-efficient mechanical systems for buildings across various industries. The role is based in the Golden, Colorado office and involves contributing to all phases of projects while working with clients and project teams. The position seeks a self-motivated professional with a strong technical background; EIT and experience in HVAC design are preferred.
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Full job description
CMTA, a Legence company
CMTA (https://www.cmta.com/) 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.
Position Overview:
CMTA, a Legence company, is seeking a Mechanical Designer . In this role, you will collaborate with a team of engineers to design energy-efficient mechanical systems for buildings across various industries. We’re looking for a self-motivated professional with a strong technical background who enjoys working directly with clients and contributing to all phases of a project in our Golden, Colorado office.
Key Responsibilities:
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Design HVAC and mechanical systems for energy-efficient buildings
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Prepare, read, and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and technical specifications
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Interacting with owners, clients, architects, and contractors as needed with verbal and written communication
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Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques and procedures for project tasks
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Confer with other engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information
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Research and analyze customer design proposals, manuals, and standards to determine feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements
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Specify system components or modify designs to meet engineering and performance specifications
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Research, design, and evaluate mechanical products, equipment, systems, and processes to meet requirements
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Review contractor submittals (shop drawings, etc.) to determine conformance with contract documents
Desired Experience and Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
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EIT (Preferred).
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0-4 years of progressively responsible experience in HVAC design within a consulting engineering or design-build environment (preferred).
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Familiarity in Revit, AutoCAD, and HVAC load calculation software (e.g., Carrier HAP, Trane TRACE).
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Familiarity with energy modeling, sustainability, and LEED/ASHRAE 90.1 compliance (preferred).
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to lead technical discussions with clients and project teams.
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Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a collaborative environment.
Salary Range: $65,000 - $72,000. 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 (https://www.wearelegence.com/) (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.
Reasonable Accommodations
If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [email protected] 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.
Third-Party Recruiting Disclaimer
Legence and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; any such submissions without a prior signed agreement authorized by Legence Holdings LLC's CHRO or Director of Talent Acquisition will not incur fees and are considered property of Legence.
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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How this job compares
Set against the 532 open Mechanical Designer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$65–72K/yr
- US median$77–108K/yr188 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $69K, is 27% below the US median midpoint ($94K) — in the lowest quarter of Mechanical Designer salary ranges across the US.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 14 open Mechanical Designer jobs in Colorado and 532 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most across the US
- Jacobs85 open
- Sargent & Lundy58 open
- Actalent54 open
- Experience
- Mechanical Designer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 3 to 8 years (449 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 48 of the 532 open Mechanical Designer jobs (9%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 29, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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