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  • The Hill Group
  • Chicago, IL
  • Full-Time
  • 76 days ago
  • $65k-70k • Offers Benefits
The Hill Group VERIFIED EMPLOYER

Aero Building Performance Project Engineer.

None Full-Time

Aero Building Performance Project Engineer: our view in 3 lines...

  • The Role:This entry-level role is for recent graduates interested in building operational performance work across HVAC systems, commissioning, energy performance, and building automation.
  • The Person:The person will support project managers and senior engineers, join site visits and field investigations, review building systems, analyze operational data, assist with commissioning work, and help produce reports, documentation, and client deliverables.
  • Requirements:The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's Degree in a related technical field, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and preferred experience in HVAC, Building Automation Systems, Commissioning, Testing & Balancing, AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, BAS platforms, or energy analysis tools.

About the role

Launch Your Career in Building Performance

Aero Performance Group is seeking an ambitious and motivated Building Performance Project Engineer to join our growing Building Operational Performance team.

This entry-level position is ideal for recent graduates and early-career professionals interested in HVAC systems, commissioning, energy performance, building automation, facility operations, sustainability, and high-performance buildings.

You will work alongside experienced engineers and project managers helping healthcare systems, commercial real estate owners, universities, laboratories, and industrial facilities improve how their buildings operate.

At Aero, we help clients improve occupant comfort, energy efficiency, operational reliability, environmental quality, and long-term facility performance.

What is Building Operational Performance?

Building Operational Performance focuses on improving how facilities function throughout their lifecycle through:

  • Commissioning (Cx)
  • Retro-Commissioning (RCx)
  • Monitoring-Based Commissioning (MBCx)
  • Building Analytics
  • Building Automation & Controls Optimization
  • HVAC System Performance
  • Energy Efficiency
  • Indoor Environmental Quality
  • Critical Environment Performance
  • Facility Operational Assessments

What You'll Do

  • Support Project Managers and senior engineers on building performance projects.
  • Participate in site visits, field investigations, functional testing, and system assessments.
  • Review HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
  • Analyze building automation system trends and operational data.
  • Assist with commissioning and retro-commissioning activities.
  • Help develop reports, technical documentation, and client deliverables.
  • Track project action items, schedules, and documentation.
  • Attend client meetings and support project coordination.
  • Learn industry best practices related to building systems and facility operations.
  • Follow company and client safety requirements at all times.

 

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's Degree in:
    • Mechanical Engineering
    • Architectural Engineering
    • Construction Management
    • Building Science
    • Energy Engineering
    • Related technical field
  • Strong technical aptitude and willingness to learn.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Preferred:

  • Internship or co-op experience related to:
    • HVAC
    • Building Automation Systems
    • Construction
    • Energy Engineering
    • Commissioning
    • Testing & Balancing
  • Exposure to AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, BAS platforms, or energy analysis tools.

Why Aero?

  • Direct mentorship from experienced industry professionals
  • Exposure to healthcare, laboratory, mission-critical, commercial, and higher education facilities
  • Clear career advancement opportunities
  • Professional certification support
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and bonus opportunities
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off
Published July 13, 2026
Location Chicago, IL
Category None  
Job Type Full-Time