Architectural Engineer – Electrical or Mechanical Focus

Architectural Engineer – Electrical or Mechanical Focus

At Salas O’Brien 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: Salas O'Brien is seeking a talented Architectural Engineer with a focus in either electrical or mechanical engineering 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 Architectural Engineer will support integrated building systems design and provide technical leadership for the creation of construction drawings and specifications, existing system studies, and master planning efforts. Depending on the candidate’s technical focus, responsibilities may emphasize electrical systems or mechanical/HVAC systems. Qualified candidates will collaborate with clients, architects, project teams, code officials, MEP equipment manufacturers, contractors, and other consultants to address design requirements and develop effective working relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Develop integrated building system designs based on project scope of work and/or client RFPs, with a technical focus in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Provide engineering design, evaluation, and planning for building systems serving healthcare, science and technology, education, hospitality, multi-family, commercial, and other project types.
• Coordinate engineering design with owner requirements, architectural design, and other specialty consultants as part of a multi-discipline design team.
• For an electrical focus: develop designs and calculations for power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, data and communication, emergency power, and related electrical systems.
• For a mechanical focus: develop HVAC system designs, perform load and energy calculations using tools such as Trane 3D Plus and IES, and support equipment selection and system planning.
• Develop system design calculations and select appropriate equipment for use in buildings.
• Prepare detailed construction documents, reports, studies, and project specifications.
• Apply applicable codes, standards, and design guidelines to each project.
• Coordinate work across disciplines and support integrated design decisions that advance energy efficiency, occupant wellness, sustainability, and overall building performance.
• Provide construction administration services, including coordination with contractors and project stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering, with an electrical or mechanical engineering focus; a closely related engineering degree may also be considered.
• 3–5 years of building systems design experience in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or an integrated architectural engineering environment.
• Fundamentals-in-Engineering (FE) certification is preferred; Professional Engineer (PE) license is beneficial.
• LEED or similar sustainable design certification and/or experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge in at least one technical discipline: electrical building systems such as power distribution, fire alarm, data and communication, lighting, and emergency power; or mechanical building systems such as HVAC design and load/energy analysis.
• Knowledge and understanding of applicable codes, standards, and design guidelines.
• Experience working effectively with architects, engineers, and other disciplines on integrated building design projects.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit; proficiency with MS Office is also expected.
• Strong communication and organizational skills, including the ability to plan, balance, and prioritize work.
• Excellent work ethic, collaborative mindset, and professional attitude.

Location: Nashville, TN

Travel: Up to 10%

Compensation & Benefits:

The expected base salary range for this role is $105,000 - $120,000 USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

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.

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.