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Graduate Mechanical Engineer - Healthcare

Salas O'Brien, Inc.

Nashville, TN • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Graduate Mechanical 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 Description:

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 duct and piping design, thermal building loads, heating and cooling plant design, and other HVAC related design elements.

  • 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. 
  • Aids in client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects. 
  • Teams with Senior Engineer and participates in all work the Senior Engineer is performing as an observer. 
  • Designs equipment, ductwork, and piping layouts using Revit/BIM to meet project needs.
  • 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 Mechanical Engineering or other relevant degree from ABET accredited school. 
  • Past experience through co-op or summer internships helpful. 
  • E.I.T. a plus. 

Benefits:

  • 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.

Location: Nashville, TN

Benefits:  

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. 


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