Project Engineer

Launch your engineering career! Join a leading team to design IT, AV, and SEC systems with mentorship, hands-on projects, and career growth.

CMTA (formerly AMA Group), a Legence company
CMTA is one of the fastest-growing engineering firms in the U.S., known for sustainable, high-performance building systems and complex MEP/FP delivery. Through AMA’s design expertise in media, broadcast, and production facilities—and CMTA’s national portfolio in education, healthcare, and zero-energy projects—we pair deep technical craft with an innovative, collaborative culture that accelerates careers.

CMTA, formerly known as AMA Group, is hiring to build our Technology Solutions Team in New York. We are looking for entry-level Project Engineers who are passionate about hands on learning, especially in ICT, SEC, or AV design. As a Project Engineer within our company, you will receive guidance and mentorship from senior engineers to help you develop your project management skills. This hands-on role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a growing, industry-leading team. Successful candidates will be self-motivated and proactive.

This position focuses on career development, allowing you to take on increasingly complex work assignments and contribute to team objectives and outcomes. Your responsibilities will include designing various IT, AV, and SEC systems across multiple vertical markets using the latest AutoCAD and BIM platforms. Specific tasks will involve gathering requirements, creating designs, and ensuring that those designs are implemented as intended.

Role Responsibilities:

As a Project Engineer, you will be involved with assisting with projects. In your role, you will:

Design and coordinate with architectural and engineering disciplines of, but not limited to computer rooms, MDF/IDF distribution, horizontal cable plant design, multi-floor riser planning and design
Prepare Information Technology Infrastructure documentation and RFP packages
Work with the team to develop drawings, specifications, and system schematics inclusive of low voltage racks/cabinets, equipment elevations, cable termination details, cable routing, and distribution pathways, UPS equipment and mechanical systems coordination, and technology room layouts using AutoCAD and Revit

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; EIT preferred

Experience:

Applied knowledge of AutoCAD required; Revit preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Relevant internship experience a plus

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The Employee Experience
People are at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to a diverse, inclusive culture where employees thrive—individually and as a team—with development, wellness, and day-to-day experience front and center. We offer competitive benefits and a collaborative, fun work environment. Our team was named “Best Engineering Firm to Work” for by Best Companies Group for 2024, 2025, and 2026—a people-first standard AMA continues as they integrate with CMTA.

About Legence
Legence (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
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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
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