Electrical Engineer Job Summary: Salas O'Brien is seeking a talented Electrical) Engineer to join a unique co-located design team supporting the development of a world-class, net-zero corporate headquarters for a leading technology company in Nashville, Tennessee.
This is a rare opportunity to work side-by-side with architects, engineers, and design professionals in a highly collaborative environment focused on innovation, sustainability, and performance. Team members will contribute to the design of a flagship facility that will set new standards for energy efficiency, occupant wellness, and environmental stewardship.
If you are passionate about integrated design, sustainable building systems, and creating lasting impact through engineering excellence, we invite you to be part of this transformational project.
The Electrical Engineer serves to provide technical leadership for the creation of construction drawings and specifications, existing system studies and master planning efforts. Qualified candidates will meet with clients, project teams, code officials, MEP equipment manufacturers, contractors, and others to address mechanical design requirements and develop effective working relationships. The project clientele includes higher education, commercial, health care, and industrial facilities
Responsibilities: - Develop electrical system designs of a given project based on scope of work and/or client RFPs
- Provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning of electrical systems for hospitality, science and technology, and commercial projects
- Coordinate design with owner requirements, architectural design, and other specialty consultants.
- Develop system design calculations and selection of equipment for use in buildings
- Writing/editing project specifications
- Prepare detailed design documents, reports, and studies
- Properly apply applicable code requirements to each project
- Coordinating work with other disciplines
- Providing construction administration services
Qualifications and Experience: - Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
- Fundamentals-in-Engineering Certification (FE)
- Professional Engineer (PE) license is beneficial
- 3 - 5 years of electrical design experience
- LEED or similar sustainable design certification / experience
- Knowledge in the design of power distribution, fire alarm, data & communication, lighting, and emergency power systems
- Knowledge and understanding of codes, standards, and design guidelines
- Excellent work ethic and attitude
- Experience working with a multi-discipline team
- Good communication skills, combined with organizational skills, the ability to plan, balance and prioritize work
- Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and MS Office
Location: Nashville, TN (on-site)
Travel: Up to 10%
Compensation & Benefits: This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
- Professional development support
For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.
About Us:Founded in 1975, Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow's requirements are today's opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.
We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.
Third-Party Agency NoticeSalas O'Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.
Equal Opportunity Employment StatementSalas O'Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, 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/provincial, or local laws. Salas O'Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Never miss an opportunity! Create an alert based on the job you applied for.
