Updated 2026-04-22 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Electrical Engineer jobs in Nashville, TN

244 electrical engineers employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $107,150 median · 4% above the national median.

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  • Pay data sourced from BLS OEWS May 2024.

Electrical Engineer pay in Nashville, TN

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Nashville metro. Half of Electrical Engineers earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $85,231 $107,150 $134,198
25th$85,231 Median$107,150 75th$134,198 vs US4% above the national median

Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024 OEWS estimates. Full Electrical Engineer salary guide →

Electrical Engineer pay bands in Nashville by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Staff Electrical Engineer

Typical staff band in Nashville
Example (illustrative)
Location
Nashville, TN
Typical pay range
$97,506–$123,651
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Electrical Engineer

Typical mid level band in Nashville
Example (illustrative)
Location
Nashville, TN
Typical pay range
$91,077–$129,437
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Electrical Engineer

Typical mid level band in Nashville
Example (illustrative)
Location
Nashville, TN
Typical pay range
$94,291–$117,865
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Senior Electrical Engineer

Typical senior band in Nashville
Example (illustrative)
Location
Nashville, TN
Typical pay range
$89,470–$123,651
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Entry Level Electrical Engineer

Typical entry level band in Nashville
Example (illustrative)
Location
Nashville, TN
Typical pay range
$95,899–$127,508
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Electrical Engineer Career Ladder — Nashville Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Nashville’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Electrical Engineer0–2 yrs$77,148
  2. Mid Electrical Engineer2–5 yrs$101,792
  3. Senior Electrical Engineer5–8 yrs$128,580
  4. Staff Electrical Engineer8–12 yrs$155,367
  5. Lead Electrical Engineer12+ yrs$182,155

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2024 occupational percentiles for 15-xxxx codes.

Employers in the Electrical Engineer hiring market in Nashville

  • Apex Staffing
  • NexGen Group
  • TechCorp Solutions
  • Talent Bridge
  • Summit Enterprises

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Nashville post Electrical Engineer jobs

Employers in the Nashville metro typically post Electrical Engineer roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

What Nashville Employers Actually Ask Electrical Engineers

Pulled from O*NET work-activities and real interview patterns for this occupation. Practice all four with Jobeezy’s InterviewRide drills.

  • Technical

    Walk me through your day-to-day workflow in this role. How do you structure your time?

    Evaluates time management, self-organization, and maturity in the role. Look for clear priorities and discipline.

  • Technical

    What metrics do you use to measure your own performance in this position?

    Tests ownership and accountability. Good answers connect personal output to team and business outcomes.

  • Technical

    How do you stay current with changes in your field?

    Learning agility signal. Regular reading, communities of practice, certifications, peer networks.

  • Technical

    Describe the most complex project you've worked on in this field. What was your specific contribution?

    Depth probe. Interviewers check scope, ownership, and technical or domain sophistication.

Electrical Engineer in Nashville, TN — Common Questions

How much does a Electrical Engineer earn in Nashville, TN?
Median $107,150/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $85,231–$134,198. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Electrical Engineer jobs are there in Nashville?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 244 Electrical Engineer roles employed in the Nashville metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Nashville employers use for Electrical Engineer?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Electrical Engineer jobs for me?
Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Electrical Engineer openings in Nashville and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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