Electrical Design Engineer I - MEP

Interface Engineering

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Portland, Oregon

Hybrid

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The role involves performing preliminary electrical design, layout, and load calculations while coordinating document delivery. You will also provide system design support under the guidance of senior engineers and ensure exemplary customer service.

Qualifications

You have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 0-3 years of experience in MEP/AEC building design. You are capable of developing a working knowledge of building codes and performing multiple functions in dynamic, deadline-driven operations within a team-oriented environment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

MEP

AEC

building codes

Revit MEP

Job Description

Join a People-First, Employee-Owned Firm That’s Redefining Flexibility and Growth   Electrical Design Engineer I - MEP – Portland, OR (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 (at least 2 days 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. 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: The following Core Values capture the essence of who we are. We live and breathe them, and they inform everything we do. 
  • 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.
  • 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.
What You'll Bring:
Required:
  • BS, Electrical Engineering.
  • 0-3 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 orientated 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: $61,620 to $79,250 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.    #LI-EJ1

Interface Engineering

Interface Engineering, Inc. delivers high‑performance mechanical and electrical engineering solutions that help clients create efficient, resilient, and future‑ready buildings. Our mission is simple: creating optimal environments for life. We focus on optimizing resources, achieving occupant comfort, delivering enhanced system performance, and applying advanced building‑science tools to support smarter design, construction, and ongoing operations. Since 1969, we’ve partnered with owners, architects, and builders to solve complex challenges through collaboration, innovation, evidence-based data‑driven design and reliable engineering. From concept to occupancy, our team provides clear guidance, technical expertise, and collaborative support ensuring every project meets its performance goals while enhancing the experience of the people and communities it serves.
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