Electrical Design Engineer I (Entry Level) - MEP) - Oakland, CA

Interface Engineering, Inc.; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Employee Ownership

Robust Benefits

Generous Time Off

Career Development

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Oakland is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer I (Entry Level) to join their hybrid team. You will work on preliminary electrical design, document coordination, and load calculations while enjoying a competitive salary and robust benefits. Ideal candidates will have a BS in Electrical Engineering and a passion for building design. This position offers opportunities for growth in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years’ experience in MEP/AEC building design.
• Ability to perform multiple functions in multi-deadline changing operations.
• Interest in obtaining PE or EIT.

Responsibilities

• Preliminary electrical design and layout.
• Document delivery coordination.
• Research commercially available equipment.

Skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Building codes knowledge

Education

BS, Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

Job description

Overview

Electrical Design Engineer I (Entry Level) - MEP – Oakland, CA (Hybrid)

Interface Engineering, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned firm offering a Collaboration from Home policy—giving you the flexibility of a hybrid schedule (3 days remote, 2 days in-office) while staying connected to a team that values innovation, inclusion, and impact.

Join a people-first, employee-owned firm that supports growth and leadership development through programs like the Pathway to Leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Preliminary electrical design and layout.
• Document delivery coordination.
• Preliminary load calculations.
• Researching commercially available equipment.
• Design drafting.
• System design with direction from mentor and/or senior engineer.
• Provide exemplary customer service to internal team members and clients.

Required

What You''ll Bring:

• BS, Electrical Engineering.
• 0-2 years’ experience in MEP/AEC building design.
• Ability to develop a working knowledge of building codes.
• Ability to perform multiple functions in multi-deadline changing operations.
• Ability to work effectively within a team oriented collaborative environment.

Preferred

• Working knowledge of Revit MEP.
• Interest in obtaining PE or EIT.
• Interest in becoming LEED accredited.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.

What You’ll Love

• Competitive Pay: $55,000 to $75,000 annual salary and conditional bonus
• Employee Ownership: Build equity through our 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

About Interface Engineering, Inc.

We’re not just engineers—we’re collaborators, mentors, and trailblazers in high-performance design. Our culture emphasizes fun, work/life balance benefits, personal development opportunities, cutting-edge technology, and strong client relationships. Our work takes us around the globe and on a steady growth curve, powered by people like you.

Equal Opportunity

Interface is committed to social equity within our walls and in our communities. We provide 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 classifications. We support local business and partner with small and minority-owned firms. We offer paid volunteer time for community service. Please note: H1-B visa sponsorship or transfer is not approved for this position.