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Entry Level Building Performance Specialist, Regenerative Design - Portland, OR

PAE Consulting Engineers
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 4 Sept 2025
💰 $78,059/yr($68,581/yr$78,059/yr)

About the role

Job Details

Level EntryJob Location PDOR Portland - Portland, ORPosition Type Full TimeSalary Range $68581.00 - $78059.00 Salary/yearJob Category Engineering

Who We Are 

 

We are a firm that values and respects our staff, fosters an environment that encourages learning and growth, and is committed to the success of our clients. 

 

 

At PAE, we like to think of ourselves as a little bit different from most engineering firms. Here’s why: 

  • We care intensely about envisioning and creating sustainable building systems and work every day to break new ground in the world of sustainable design. 

  • We have a close affinity to the visions of the architects we work with; we understand the need for beauty as well as practicality. 

  • We value creativity as much as we value precision. 

  • We understand that the visionary people we want to hire need to experience the world in order to change the world, and we work hard to support that need. 

 

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
  • Perform other duties as assigned

 

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: $68,581-$78,059 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, roles are eligible for additional rewards, including salary increases and annual bonuses based on individual performance. 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: 

  • Performance Bonus 
  • Employer paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision) 
  • 401k account contribution 
  • Professional development reimbursements including state registration and professional association dues 
  • Commuter benefit 
  • Cell phone stipend 
  • Life insurance and disability benefits 

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