Electrical Designer

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 an Electrical Designer with experience in consulting engineering. The position is responsible for designing electrical systems, power distribution, lighting and lighting controls, emergency power, UPS, renewable energy systems, fire alarm system, low-voltage systems/coordination (IT, safety, security, access control), etc. for the purpose of bidding and construction for various projects. The Electrical Engineer will work with a team of engineers to design energy efficient buildings for various clients of CMTA and will be involved in all phases of the project. This position will be located onsite in our Cincinnati office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, read, and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and technical specifications.

• Interacting with owners, clients, architects, and contractors as needed with verbal and written communication.

• Evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform assigned tasks.

• Confer with other engineers and other personnel to complete project deadlines.

• Apply knowledge of engineering principles and research, design, and evaluate products, equipment, systems, and processes to meet project requirements.

• Design and specify system components to ensure conformance with project goals and requirements.

• Research and analyze clients design requirements, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications.

• Review contractor submittals (shop drawings, etc.) to determine conformance with contract documents.

Desired Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Architectural Engineering

• 1+ year(s) of experience with MEP design

• FE registration preferred with potential for PE

• Experience with Revit and AutoCAD

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.

#LI-ES1 #LI-Onsite

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.

EEO is the Law