Mechanical Design Engineer II/III (MEP)

Interface; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 84,522 - 125,448; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) and medical/dental/vision benefits

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid volunteer time

Job summary

Interface, based in California, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer II/III to take ownership as a discipline lead on various projects. The role involves preparing HVAC drawings and providing oversight to HVAC staff. Candidates should have a BSME or equivalent with at least two years of MEP/AEC experience.

This is an employee-owned firm that values flexibility, ensuring team members thrive in a supportive, innovative environment. Generous benefits include competitive pay and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in MEP/AEC design and consulting.
• Understanding of industry codes and standards.
• Experience in public safety, educational, and commercial sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead on multiple mechanical design projects.
• Prepare HVAC drawings, analyses, specifications, and calculations.
• Oversee HVAC support staff.
• Provide exemplary service to team members and clients.

Skills

MEP/AEC design and consulting

Advanced knowledge of HVAC systems

Client interaction

Education

BSME or equivalent experience

Job description

Position: Mechanical Design Engineer II/III (MEP)

Location: Oakland, CA

Job Id: 1144

# of Openings: 1

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

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, 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 a Mechanical Design Engineer III at Interface, you will be taking ownership as a discipline lead on multiple projects. Your duties will include (but may not be limited to):

• Preparation of HVAC drawings, analysis, specifications, and calculations
• Provide oversight of HVAC support staff
• Provide construction administration & site observations related to your projects
• Provide exemplary service to team members and clients

What You’ll Bring

Required

• BSME, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years' MEP/AEC design and consulting experience.
• Advanced knowledge of HVAC systems in public safety, educational, and commercial sectors.
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards
• Demonstrated interaction with clients in meetings or presentations

Preferred

• A Professional Engineering License
• LEED AccreditationWorking IES-VE knowledge

What You’ll Love

• Competitive Pay: $84,522 to $125,448 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 todayand 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.