Electrical Designer I (MEP - Entry Level)

Interface Engineering, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Employee ownership

Robust benefits

Generous PTO

Volunteer time

Career development

Job summary

Interface Engineering, Inc. in Washington, DC is seeking an entry-level Electrical Designer I (MEP) for a hybrid work arrangement.

This 100% employee-owned firm offers a collaborative, growth-focused environment and a clear path to leadership, with flexibility through our Collaboration from Home policy and a three-day in-office schedule. You will support preliminary electrical design, write load calculations, research equipment, and work under a mentor to develop your skills for complex projects

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or equivalent required.
• 0-2 years in MEP/building design.
• Knowledge of building codes.
• Ability to multi-task under deadlines.
• Team-oriented with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Preliminary electrical design and layout for projects.
• Prepare initial load calculations.
• Research commercially available equipment.
• Assist with system design under mentor/senior engineer.
• Deliver excellent service to internal teams and clients.

Skills

Teamwork and collaboration

Communication

Time management

Researching equipment

Education

BS, Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

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—

Position:

Electrical Designer I (MEP - Entry Level)

Location:

Washington, DC

Job Id:

1212

# of Openings:

1

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

Electrical Designer I (MEP - Entry Level), Washington, DC (Hybrid)

Interface Engineering Inc.

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 (3 days/week in-office) 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. OurPathway to Leadershipprogram 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, 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:

• We are Conscientious
• We are Empowered
• We are Respectful
• We are Transformative
• We are Resilient

Key Responsibilities:

As an entry-level Electrical Engineer/Designer I at Interface, your responsibilities will include, (but may not be limited to):

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

What You'll Bring:

Required:

• 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: $65,933 to $86,720 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— 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.