Aero Building Performance Project Engineer at The Hill Group · Chicago

AERO BUILDING PERFORMANCE PROJECT ENGINEER Location: Chicago, Illinois 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