Entry Level Electrical Engineer

Position Overview

Entry-Level Electrical Engineer (EIT Preferred) in Nashville, TN. We are looking for a motivated individual to join our expanding team in a full-time, in-office role designed for recent graduates or early-career professionals. You will gain hands-on experience with power distribution, lighting design, fire alarm systems, and construction documentation while receiving mentorship from licensed Professional Engineers.

This role offers a direct path toward EIT certification and eventual PE licensure. Compensation: Salary of $65-80K with a total package value of $80K - 95K.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and layout of electrical systems, including lighting, AC/DC power distribution, grounding, fire alarm, and low-voltage systems
• Prepare construction drawings, load calculations, short-circuit studies, and code compliance reviews
• Collaborate with architects, MEP engineers, and contractors on commercial and institutional building projects
• Attend job site visits, design meetings, and submittal reviews to gain field experience
• Work under the guidance of senior electrical engineers while pursuing licensure

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program
• 0–3 years of related experience (including internships or entry-level electrical design experience)
• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and IBC codes
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for electrical design drafting and modeling
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer in Training (EIT/FE) certification or the ability to obtain it soon
• Strong interest in commercial, healthcare, mixed-use, and institutional projects

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive starting salary: $65-80K
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k) with company match
• Professional development, mentorship, and licensure reimbursement
• Opportunities to work on high-profile commercial and institutional projects in Tennessee
• Collaborative, employee-owned culture with long-term career growth