Senior Electrical Engineer (Commercial)

Salas O’Brien, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Wellness programs and employee assist.

Professional development support

Job summary

Salas O’Brien, Inc. in Nashville is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to oversee multiple projects and collaborate with the internal MEP/FP team to meet owner objectives. The role emphasizes business development acumen and leadership potential within a growing firm.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience with complex building electrical systems, strong communication skills, and a PE license is preferred. Travel is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineering license preferred, not required.
• Experience with Revit.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles in the field of building construction.
• Ability to communicate effectively with architects, owners and contractors.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a strong team.
• ICT encourages engineers to take leadership roles based on experience.

Skills

7+ years experience with complex elevt

Excellent written and oral comms

License: PE preferred

Education

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

Job description

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.

Job Summary

The ideal candidate to fill this position is an Electrical Engineer that is competent and confident in his/her abilities as an electrical engineer, especially with experience in commercial work. This person would be a Project Manager of multiple projects, work with an internal MEP/FP team to deliver projects that meet the objectives of the architect/owner. Business Development acumen is important, so understanding business development is a plus and opens many avenues for advancement. These activities may include developing an action plan to solicit and secure new work, implementation of goals, objectives, and priorities for the Nashville office, identifying prospective markets and clients, etc.

General Duties

• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles in the field of building construction.
• Capable of increasing technical competency with experience and work ethic.
• Ability to effectively communicate with architects, owners and contractors.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a strong team.
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• ICT encourages the growth of all our engineers to take a more responsible and leadership role based on experience.

Skills

• 7+ years of work experience with complex building electrical systems in the commercial and institutional sector.
• Registered Professional Engineering license preferred, not required
• Experience with Revit

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering
• Excellent written and oral communication skills essential for team-based projects.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills required for simultaneous project schedules.
• Highly motivated, proactive and willing to take on new challenges.
• Willing to travel.

Location

Nashville, TN

Travel

<20%

(Relocation Assistance Available)

Benefits

• 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 - Salas O'Brien benefits

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.

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, color, 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.

Third-Party Agency Notice

Salas 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.