Associate Principal / Senior Electrical Engineer

Interface; Evanston (IL); Hybrid; USD 141,719 - 178,698; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Interface Engineering is seeking an Associate Principal / Senior Electrical Engineer to lead and manage complex MEP projects. This role emphasizes a hybrid work model, allowing flexibility while driving innovation and collaboration.

The ideal candidate will have a BSEE and over 10 years of MEP design experience, along with leadership and project management skills. A commitment to social equity and continuous learning is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years’ experience in MEP design/consulting.
• Experience in healthcare building design and HCAI compliance.
• Complete understanding of building codes.
• Thorough design system knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers and designers.
• Manage complex MEP projects across various industries.
• Consult with clients and provide design guidance.
• Support project management for MEP teams.

Skills

MEP design/consulting

Team leadership

Project Management

Client services skills

Communication skills

Education

BSEE

Tools

CAD

REVIT

Job description

As a 100% employee‑owned firm, Interface Engineering gives every team member a stake in our shared success. Here, your contributions fuel innovation, strengthen our company, and build long‑term value for everyone.

Join us and start building your future—apply now.

Position: Associate Principal / Senior Electrical Engineer

Location: San Francisco, CA

Job Id: 1142

# of Openings: 1

Join a People-First, Employee-Owned Firm That’s Redefining Flexibility and Growth

Associate Principal / Senior Electrical Engineer (MEP) – San Francisco, CA (Hybrid)

At Interface Engineering, we believe your career should be as dynamic and rewarding as the projects you support. As a 100% employee‑owned firm, we’re proud to offer our Collaboration from Home policy—giving you the flexibility of a hybrid schedule (2 days in‑office per week minimum) while staying connected to a team that values innovation, inclusion, and impact.

Why Interface?

We’re not just engineers—we’re collaborators, mentors, and trailblazers in high‑performance design. Our Pathway to Leadership program offers a transparent, personalized roadmap for career advancement, empowering you to grow in the direction that excites you most.

Our Culture

Interface has the company culture and work environment you have been seeking! You’ll find a workplace with a culture of fun, and superior work/life balance benefits, expansive personal development opportunities, cutting‑edge technology, and great relationships. You’ll work alongside MEP industry leaders who will help you develop your own thriving career path. Our work takes us around the globe and on a steady growth curve. Our success and innovation are powered by people like you!

Our Core Values

• Empowered.
• Respectful.
• Resilient.
• Transformative.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as permanent Team Leader for Multi‑discipline engineers and designers.
• Managing complex MEP projects across numerous industries: Commercial, Medical, Biotech, Education, Transportation, and more.
• Innovative and complex electrical system design.
• Meeting and consulting with clients.
• Providing guidance to design staff.
• Supporting overall project management to our MEP team leaders.

What You’ll Bring

Required

• BSEE.
• 10+ years’ experience in MEP design/consulting.
• Team leadership/management experience.
• Project Management Experience in the MEP space.
• Healthcare building design and HCAI compliance experience.
• High‑energy client services skills.
• Excellent communication ability.
• Complete understanding of building codes.
• Thorough design system knowledge.

Preferred

• A Professional Engineering License (or equivalent experience).
• PMP Certification.
• LEED Accreditation.
• Experience with CAD and REVIT.

What You’ll Love

• Competitive Pay: $141,719 to $178,698 annual salary and conditional bonus.
• Employee Ownership: Build equity through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Robust Benefits: 401(k), medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, transportation benefits, and more!
• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and company closure to clients from Christmas to New Year’s.
• Purpose‑Driven Culture: Paid volunteer time and a commitment to social equity.
• Career Development: Work alongside industry leaders and access continuous learning opportunities.

Ready to Grow with Us?

If you’re looking for a role where your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your work makes a difference—apply today and become part of the Interface Engineering family.

Social Equity

Interface is committed to social equity within our walls and in our communities. We are a diverse, inclusive, and responsible firm. Interface provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable federal or state‑protected classifications. We support local business and seek to partner with small and minority‑owned firms on our projects. Our staff is empowered to design community service programs (e.g., clean up beaches, serve meals at shelters, tutor school‑aged children, etc.) – using paid volunteer time.

Please note: H1‑B visa sponsorship or transfer is not approved for this position.