SENIOR ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

ANNAPOLIS, MD | ONSITE | FULL TIME

At a Glance:

Salary:

Based on Experience 

Job Type:

Full Time

Work Location:

Onsite

Years of Experience:

10+ years

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for this role is a seasoned Electrical Engineer with a passion for sustainable engineering and a track record of success in MEP Consulting Engineering. With over a decade of experience, you are a natural leader who thrives in collaborative environments and excels at managing projects from conception to completion. You possess a PE Certificate and have a strong background in Revit/AutoCAD, enabling you to design innovative and energy-efficient electrical systems for diverse clients. Your technical expertise is complemented by your excellent communication skills, allowing you to effectively liaise with clients, architects, and internal teams. You are driven by a commitment to excellence and are eager to contribute to CMTA's mission of delivering high-performance, sustainable projects.

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Job Summary

As a Senior Electrical Engineer at CMTA, you will lead the design and implementation of electrical systems for high-performance, energy-efficient buildings. This role requires a deep technical expertise in electrical engineering within a MEP consulting framework, combined with strong project management skills. You will work closely with a dynamic team, contributing to projects from initial concept through to completion, ensuring both innovation and functionality in all electrical designs.

Primary Functions Include:

  • Design electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, lighting controls, emergency power, and UPS.
  • Lead a team of engineers in the planning and detailed design of various projects.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics.
  • Attend client meetings and provide expert consultations to ensure design specifications and conformity with building codes.
  • Manage project documentation, review contractor submissions, and ensure designs meet contract specifications.
  • Research and analyze design proposals to assess project feasibility and cost.

Desired Experience

Bachelor’s Degree: in Electrical Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution.

Minimum 10 Years of Electrical Engineering: Demonstrated experience in MEP consulting engineering, focusing on electrical systems for various building types.

Project Management: Extensive experience managing large-scale electrical engineering projects from conception through completion.

Certifications:

  • PE License: Active professional engineering license, signifying recognized competence in the field of electrical engineering.
  • Additional Certifications (preferred, not required): LEED Accredited Professional/ Certified Energy Manager (CEM)

Required Skills

  • AutoCAD and Revit: Advanced proficiency in electrical design and documentation.
  • Electrical Systems Design: Skilled in the design and analysis of power distribution, lighting, emergency power, and UPS systems.
  • Building Codes: Comprehensive knowledge of applicable codes and compliance requirements.
  • Leadership and Mentorship: Proven ability to lead and mentor a team, providing technical guidance and oversight.
  • Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills with the ability to anticipate issues and implement effective solutions.
  • Renewable Energy Systems: Experience with designing and integrating renewable energy solutions is highly desirable.

Compensation

CMTA offers a competitive compensation package for the Senior Electrical Engineer position, including a competitive base salary, and a comprehensive benefits package that covers multiple health, financial, and personal benefits.

Benefits

  • Health and Welfare Benefits:
    • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
    • Prescription drug plan
    • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Professional Development:
    • Opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth
    • Access to cutting-edge technology and tools
    • Support for obtaining professional certifications and licenses
  • Work-Life Balance:
    • Flexible work arrangements to accommodate different needs and lifestyles
    • Supportive team environment focused on collaboration and innovation
  • Personal Benefits:
    • Generous paid vacation policy
    • Company-paid holidays
    • Sick leave and bereavement leave
    • Jury duty leave
  • Financial Benefits:
    • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
    • Company-paid long-term disability insurance
    • Accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
    • Life insurance

These benefits are designed to provide a supportive and rewarding work environment, promoting both personal and professional growth for employees.

Location

  • Onsite, Annapolis, MD
  • Full Time
  • This strategic location in Annapolis offers easy access to major metropolitan areas, enhancing both lifestyle and commuting options for employees.
    • Nearby Cities:
      • Baltimore, MD - Approximately 30 miles north, known for its vibrant harbor and historical significance.
      • Washington, D.C. - Roughly 30 miles southwest, the nation’s capital offers numerous cultural, educational, and professional opportunities.
      • Alexandria, VA - About 45 miles southwest, known for its rich history and beautifully preserved 18th-century architecture.
      • Columbia, MD - Located about 25 miles northwest, recognized for its planned communities and top-ranking schools.

Environment

  • CMTA offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on sustainable engineering solutions and professional growth. Team members benefit from both office-based and on-site roles, allowing them to oversee projects, collaborate with contractors, and ensure the effective implementation of designs.
  • This position includes occasional travel to job sites, client meetings, and company events, enhancing our team’s ability to engage directly with clients and contribute to project success. This mix of settings provides a varied and fulfilling professional experience ideal for proactive and dedicated individuals.

About CMTA

Who they are!

Founded in 1968, CMTA is a multi-service corporation that has evolved into a national leader in sustainable, high-performance building solutions. Initially established as a Consulting Engineering firm, CMTA expanded its services in 2012 to include Performance Contracting through its Energy Solutions division. This expansion integrated our deep expertise in energy-efficient engineering with Design-Build construction. Today, CMTA stands unique as the only firm in the nation to offer a comprehensive suite of services that include MEP Engineering, Performance Contracting, and Zero Energy / Zero Carbon buildings. Committed to innovation and excellence, CMTA fosters collaborative partnerships with clients, helping them surpass their sustainability goals and cater to the needs of future generations.

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What do they do?

Our work makes an impact – in our communities and on our environment. This is because our people believe in the work we do and strive to make a difference. Our teams are radically improving the performance of the built environment creating healthier and more sustainable spaces where people will live, learn, work, and heal. Now and into the future. CMTA, is a Legence company. Legence, a Blackstone portfolio company, is an Energy Transition Accelerator™ that provides advisory services and implementation focused on financing, designing, building, and servicing complex systems in mission-critical and high performance facilities. With five decades of expertise in the built environment, Legence has a proven track record of reducing carbon emissions, implementing renewables, lowering utility costs through efficiency consumption, and making systems run better at unmatched speed and scale.

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Their Mission:

  • Leverage our expertise and passion to create meaningful experiences and opportunities for the CMTA team and our clients while serving the greater good.

Their Vision:

  • Lead the decarbonization of the built environment using evidence-based Building Science Leadership to create energy-efficient, healthy buildings around the world.
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Awards and Achievements

  • #136 in ENR's 2024 Top 500 Design Firm rankings!
  • CMTA Wins 6 ASHRAE International Technology Awards at Winter Conference—four First Place wins, one Second Place, and one Honorable Mention.
  • CMTA is ranked #13 among the nation's top engineering firms, according to the 2023 Giants 400 Report by Building Design + Construction!
  • Consulting-Specifying Engineer released their 2023 Giants Rankings, and CMTA is ranked #16 among the Commissioning Giants!
  • 11 CMTA Projects Win ASHRAE Regional Technology Awards for 2023
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EEO Statement 

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.