Mechanical Engineer Intern/co - op Spring 2026 - Energy Solutions - CMTA

CMTA Mechanical Engineering Co-Op Program

CMTA, a Legence company, is one of the fastest growing engineering firms in the U.S., with nationally recognized expertise in sustainable, high-performance building engineering. We focus on finding engineers whose skills and personalities drive them to excel, fostering a workplace that provides unparalleled growth and career opportunities. CMTA Energy Solutions has a robust co-op program for college students pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering. We offer an immersive experience in the world of Guaranteed Energy Savings Performance Contracting for two or more semesters.

Our co-ops build competitive industry skills in a hands-on environment through collaborative project tasks with full-time engineers while under the direct supervision of Professional Engineers. Our program is designed to develop students into full-time caliber employees that contribute to the company's growth. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills and will be able to work well both as a team member and independently. Co-ops will be involved with multiple Guaranteed Energy Savings Performance Contracts and will have a role in every stage of their development. Each stage offers a variety of valuable experiences, from initial development through implementation. Mechanical co-ops can expect to get hands on experience with photovoltaic systems, LED lighting designs, HVAC systems like geothermal, and building automation systems.

Job Functions:

• Assist in all aspects of the project development phase – including site visits, building audits, energy calculations
• Generate energy models and perform calculations to evaluate feasibility of energy savings measures identified
• Produce detailed construction documents using CAD
• Assemble organized sets of project drawings and documents
• Collect and analyze energy data, often involving field verification
• Work collaboratively with designers and professional engineers to develop all aspects of a project

Requirements:

• Pursuing a BSME, preferably a sophomore (2nd year), or junior (3rd year)
• CAD experience is helpful but not required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member
• Ability to travel locally for field work
• Minimum GPA 3.39

No sponsorship is available for this position.