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Senior Mechanical Engineer (Commercial)

Salas O'Brien
Nashville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 6/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/19/2027
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.

Job Summary: ICT is looking for a personable experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join a multi-disciplined design team! The position will be within our Nashville office, assisting in Commercial and Federal projects. This individual must be very familiar with state-of-the-art design and various state and local regulations. If you think this might be a good fit for you, keep reading and apply!

General Duties

  • Supervise projects to ensure they meet commitments related to time, quality, and communication. Work directly with clients to establish project schedules and set expectations.
  • Assist market segment manager and team leader in manpower projections and scheduling of work.
  • Manage, direct and supervise mechanical engineering staff in the execution of specific projects to meet schedules and timely completion of projects. Schedule and lead mechanical production staff meetings.
  • Assist team leader in annual reviews of mechanical staff.
  • Assist market segment manager and team leader in maintaining and developing client base through various business development efforts.
  • Assist market segment manager and team leader in preparation of RFP type proposal responses including project write ups, resumes, etc.
  • Visits construction site to monitor progress and other duties per contract documents.
  • Checks all technical work for accuracy.
  • Ability to work well independently and as part of an experienced team.
  • Take an active lead in proposal for work process. Identify prospective clients and work in conjunction with team leader to establish relationships with those clients.
  • Deal directly with clients/owners to determine specific project needs.

Skills

  • 7 years of design/engineering consulting experience.
  • Experience and detailed understanding of Revit is a plus.
  • Be responsible for the total mechanical systems design for specific projects

Qualifications

  • P.E. in Mechanical Engineering preferred, not required
  • Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Location: Nashville, TN

Travel: <20%

(Relocation Assistance Available)

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.

This role is 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 - Salas O'Brien benefits

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.

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