Graduate Electrical Engineer – Healthcare

Salas O’Brien, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Mentorship from experienced engineers

Networking opportunities

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Graduate Electrical Engineer to work within their healthcare division. The successful candidate will engage in projects related to hospitals and clinics, focusing on responsibilities such as lighting design, power distribution, and emergency power systems. Ideal for recent graduates with an Electrical Engineering degree, this role offers invaluable industry experience and mentorship opportunities in a collaborative environment. Competitive compensation is provided along with travel requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of reports and designs for projects.
• Use engineering software to prepare documents.
• Assist in client communication for projects.
• Work cooperatively with Senior Engineer.
• Familiarize with design regulations and standards.

Skills

Electrical Engineering principles

Lighting design

Building power distribution

Fire alarm systems

Design software proficiency

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Graduate Electrical Engineer – Healthcare

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: GRADU002962

• Posted : February 3, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Graduate Electrical Engineer – Healthcare

At I.C. Thomasson Associates, Inc, A Salas O’Brien Company we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

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.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary

We are looking for a graduate electrical engineer to join our team! This position will be within our healthcare division working on projects in hospitals, medical office buildings, clinics, ambulatory buildings, and other buildings focusing on healthcare. The responsibilities of this position include interior and exterior lighting design, building power distribution, emergency power systems, and fire alarm systems.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation or modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, studies, permits and designs for assigned projects.
• Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
• Assists in client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects.
• “Teams” with Senior Engineer and participates in all the work the Senior Engineer is performing as an observer.
• Operates engineering software to solve specific problems, and inputs the data required by the program.
• Familiarize themselves with state‑of‑the‑art design and various state and local regulations.

Qualifications

• B.S. in an Electrical Engineering degree from ABET accredited school.
• Past experience through co‑op or summer internships helpful.
• Gain invaluable industry experience and practical engineering skills.
• Work with a diverse team of professionals, fostering networking opportunities.
• Access to mentorship and guidance from experienced engineers.
• Competitive compensation package.

Travel : Yes

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas 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.