Electrical Engineer, PE, I

Bernhard's core mission is delivering innovative engineering, construction, and energy solutions that empower our clients and promote a sustainable future. Bernhard is comprised of four divisions: Mechanical, Electrical, Engineering, and Development, each with a distinct identity and service offerings. The intersection of our capabilities enables Bernhard to provide turnkey Energy-as-a-Service ("EaaS") solutions to our clients. At the same time, our divisions continue working in the market sectors and communities that the Company has traditionally served. Bernhard's vision is to be the leading EaaS provider in North America through the delivery of excellent, high-value service and innovative solutions for our clients.

The Electrical Engineer PE I applies standard engineering techniques to design, analyze, test, maintain, repair, or improve products, components, or assemblies.

This candidate can sit in the Dallas, TX office or our Houston, TX office. 

Specific responsibilities include:

• Analyzes, develops, and evaluates systems.
• Improves and maintains current systems or creates brand new projects.
• Designs and drafts blueprints, visits systems in the field, and manages projects.
• Applies engineering techniques and analyses within the scope of the assignment.
• Performs work under minimal supervision.
• Handles complex issues and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff.
• Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group. May act as a lead or first-level supervisor.

This position is Full-Time, Exempt, and reports to the Engineering Director.

Required Education, Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and Professional Engineer (PE) License
• 4-6 years of experience
• Strong proficiency in REVIT
• Strong technical skills; familiarity with the National Electrical Code (NEC)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Possesses comprehensive knowledge of the subject matter
• Critical thinking skills
• Detail-oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent multitasking skills, with the ability to perform duties outside of the scope of work when necessary

Preferred Education, Experience and Qualifications

• Preferred experience with the design of healthcare projects.
• Preferred experience with the design of Higher Education projects.
• Preferred experience with the design of Central Energy Plant (CEP) electrical infrastructure projects.
• Preferred experience in the design of medium voltage protection and power distribution systems.
• Preferred experience in the design of paralleled generator systems at medium voltage and below.

Travel Requirements

• 5-10% of time will be spent traveling to job site(s)/office location.

Physical/Work Environment Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Climbing stairs.
• Remaining in a stationary position, often kneeling, standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Quiet environment.
• Light work that includes adjusting and/or moving objects up to 20 pounds.

Bernhard is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities, and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.