Sr. Electrical Engineer (Industrial)

Salas O’Brien, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Salas O’Brien, Inc. in Nashville is seeking an Electrical Engineer with project management experience to lead multiple assignments in industrial power and process work.

You will work with internal MEP teams to deliver projects aligned with client objectives, while developing business development opportunities and contributing to a leadership culture.

Travel up to 10% is required and Revit experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program.
• 7+ years of experience with complex building electrical systems in commercial and institutional sectors.
• Possession of Tennessee P.E. license or ability to obtain one.
• Experience with Revit.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Excellent planning and organizational abilities.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Apply electrical engineering principles to power distribution and industrial systems.
• Advance technical competency through project work and collaboration.
• Communicate effectively with architects, owners, and contractors.
• Work independently and within a strong team.
• Maintain strong organization and time management on multiple projects.
• Support leadership development and mentorship within the team.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Project leadership

Independent work

Time management

Travel willingness

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SKM/ETAP

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 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:

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 industrial / power and process 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.

• Knowledge of electrical engineering principles in the field of power distribution, generation, and industrial/manufacturing construction.
• Capable of increasing technical competency with experience and work ethic.
• Experience with SKM/ETAP or other Electrical system modelling software.
• Balance of Plant process electrical design experience integrating to chilled water, compressed air, and steam/hot water systems.
• 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.

Responsibilities:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering
• 7+ years of work experience with complex building electrical systems in the commercial and institutional sector.
• Registered Professional Engineer, with Tennessee P.E. license, or ability to obtain a Tennessee P.E. license.
• Experience with Revit
• 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.
• 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

10%

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.