Fire Protection Designer 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.

Purpose and Essential Duties

The Fire Protection Designer I will design structures, products, components, or assemblies using engineering and architectural
principles. Performs technical activities on assigned projects under the supervision of a Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).

Specific responsibilities include:

• Works closely with project managers to create unique high-level concepts and designs for all assigned projects.
• Works closely with the creative team to ensure the successful execution of goals of all assigned projects.
• Influences stylistic direction for projects.
• Delivers concepts and designs according to strict project deadlines.
• Contributes to all areas of the creative process and department.
• Participates in job site surveys.
• Performs work under direct supervision.
• Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.

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

Required Education, Experience and Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years of experience
• Technical skills
• Effective verbal and written communications skills
• Vision and Creativity
• Planning skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Possess beginning knowledge of the subject matter
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel), REVIT, and pdf files.
• Detail-oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree, Bachelor's degree, or relevant industry experience.
• AutoCAD

Travel Requirements

• On occasion depending on project need and location. Estimated to be around 5% - 10% of regular work schedule per
  month, sometimes including overnight out of state. Must be able to travel by plane and/ or automobile. A valid driver’s license is required.

Physical/Work Environment Requirements

• Long periods of sitting or standing at a desk in front of a computer in the office environment.
• Ability to walk, climb, crawl, stand, walk, bend, stoop, and squat, as conditions require on a project site.
• May be exposed to inclement weather.
• Capable of field surveying, measuring and accurately documenting job site conditions, and recording site observation photos.
• Ability to ascend and descend a ladder on job sites.