Senior Project Engineer - Mechanical - CMTA - New York, New York, United States

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:00:41 -0600

CMTA, formerly known as AMA Group, 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 be given the opportunity to lead projects and represent AMA 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
4+ 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