Entry Level Building Performance Engineer

PAE; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k profit sharing

Hybrid work schedule

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Overtime pay

Job summary

PAE is seeking an Entry Level Building Performance Specialist to join our team in New York. You will contribute to greenhouse gas analysis, renewable energy systems and high‑performance HVAC design, bridging simulations with real‑world construction.

As part of project teams, you’ll use TRACE, IES, Revit, and AutoCAD to support district planning and system layouts, while learning from engineers on complex mechanical projects throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (discipline-specific).
• Engineer in Training (EIT) or ability to obtain.
• Internship experience preferred.
• Revit/AutoCAD, TRACE, IES experience.
• Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking.
• Passionate about results.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Clear communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of mechanical system design, modeling and documentation.
• Gain proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD for design/drafting.
• Support building performance analysis including greenhouse gas analysis and renewable energy systems.
• Understand drawings, specs, codes, and mechanical standards.
• Complete tasks with guidance from project team.
• Assist with construction administration.
• Perform mechanical calculations and simulations.
• Design layouts of mechanical systems.

Skills

Revit/AutoCAD

TRACE

IES

Strong analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Clear communication

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Engineer in Training (EIT)

Internship experience

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

TRACE

IES

Job description

The Opportunity

PAE is looking for an aspiring engineer passionate about the intersection of sustainable design and mechanical systems to join our team as an Entry Level Building Performance Specialist. In this role, you won’t just be drafting; you’ll be a key contributor to greenhouse gas analysis, renewable energy systems, and high-performance HVAC design.

The Opportunity

PAE is looking for an aspiring engineer passionate about the intersection of sustainable design and mechanical systems to join our team as an Entry Level Building Performance Specialist. In this role, you won’t just be drafting; you’ll be a key contributor to greenhouse gas analysis, renewable energy systems, and high-performance HVAC design.

As a vital member of our project teams, you will bridge the gap between complex engineering simulations and real-world construction. From performing mechanical calculations in TRACE and IES to designing system layouts in Revit, you will gain hands‑on experience across the entire project lifecycle, from initial district planning to construction administration.

Who We Are

PAE is an engineering and design firm that turns complex challenges into reality. By leveraging the latest technologies, we solve problems in unique ways, and our designs enable buildings and communities to be more resilient and efficient. PAE is trusted by our clients in every aspect of a project's lifespan, from idea to occupancy. We set ambitious goals backed by analysis to significantly conserve water and energy while balancing costs and long‑term operational needs. As a B Corp, we measure success by the benefits our projects provide to our clients, our communities, and our planet. We embrace innovation, transparency, sustainability, and lifelong curiosity.

What You’ll Do

• Develop an understanding of mechanical system design, modeling and documentation
• Develop proficiency using Revit and AutoCAD as design/drafting tools
• Provide task‑based support building performance analysis, greenhouse gas analysis, renewable energy systems, district planning, engineering distribution, HVAC and plumbing
• Develop an understanding of drawings, specifications, building codes, and mechanical industry standards
• Complete assigned work with instruction from project team members
• Assist with construction administration
• Perform mechanical calculations and performance simulations
• Design layout of mechanical systems

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering for discipline work
• Engineer in Training (E.I.T.) or ability to obtain
• Internship experience preferred
• Revit/AutoCAD, TRACE, IES
• Strong analytical skills, strategic thinking
• Passionate about results
• Organization
• Clear communication
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Microsoft Office Suite

What We Offer

• Hiring Base Salary Range: $75,900 - $91,600 annual
• This position is eligible for time and a half overtime pay

The base salary is one component of PAE’s competitive compensation package for employees. We take into consideration a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, internal equity and geographic location in determining exact salary offered. At PAE, employees are eligible for annual compensation reviews based on performance and business needs. The above range represents PAE's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

In addition, PAE offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:

• Employer paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Annual 401k profit sharing based on company profit for the year and account contribution
• Professional development reimbursements including state registration and professional association dues
• Employer paid commuter/parking stipend
• Cell phone stipend
• Life insurance and disability benefits
• Hybrid work schedule
• Employee Assistance Program
• 9 paid holidays including an additional employee‑selected day
• Paid time off for sick leave, family leave, community service, holidays and vacation
• Time-and-a-half pay for eligible overtime
• To learn more about our comprehensive benefits package, visit https://www.pae-engineers.com/careers/benefits. This information is provided per the Equal Pay Act

Our commitment to pay equity

PAE is a JUST label certified company; we demonstrate JUST label requirements within pay equity. Pay scales should meet or exceed applicable legislated wage requirements and industry standards and compensate, on the same basis, all individuals performing the same or similar work and work of equal value. We are committed to the principle of pay equity – paying employees equitably for substantially similar work. To learn more about pay equity and our commitments to equitable business practices, you may view our JUST label certification here: Living Future: Just Label Certification.

To find out more visit our website.

What We’re Made Of

Founded in 1967, PAE is a leading sustainable engineering and consulting firm on a mission to deliver clean air, energy, and water for all. We specialize in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering, building performance analysis, technology design, and lighting design (LUMA). PAE designs some of the nation's highest‑performing and most regenerative built environments across the U.S., from Living Buildings to all‑electric buildings and beyond. Learn more at pae-engineers.com.

Our portfolio includes over 100 LEED Platinum projects as well as dozens of projects that have either achieved or are pursuing the Living Building Challenge, Passive House, Architecture 2030, Carbon Neutral, Net Zero Energy, and Net Zero Water.

Fine Print

Please note that resumes received from third party recruiters or agencies will not be accepted unless requested directly by PAE Talent Acquisition and with a prior signed fee agreement. If candidates without a previously signed recruiter fee agreement are submitted, PAE reserves the right to engage with and hire those candidate(s) without any obligation financial or otherwise to the recruiter or agency.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at PAE will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. PAE does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (sex), national origin, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical characteristics historically associated with race, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

PAE will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. This policy governs all aspects of employment including: selection, job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination and access to benefits and training.