About Us:
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.
Overview:
The Controls Engineer I is responsible for the setup of building automation control systems including provide technical support for the Project Manager to support the execution of controls design, controls installation, retro-commissioning, metering solutions, and data analytics.
Responsibilities:
Specific responsibilities include:
Retro-Commissioning
Completes site surveys to determine existing facility conditions.
Conducts meetings with owners, clients, and sub-contractors as required.
Prepares meeting notes and site observation reports.
Completes energy calculations to estimate project savings.
Develops and implements programming modifications for the building automation Controls.
Completes minimum airflow calculations per the applicable code.
(ASHRAE 170, 62.
1, or other state/local codes.
)
Completes project closeout documentations.
Design and Pre-Construction
Supports site surveys to determine the requirements to complete the scope of work.
Completes design documents, including drawings and specifications, for building automation controls upgrades.
Reviews submittals for conformation to design documents.
Construction
Prepares programming instructions for controls specialists, controls analysts, or sub-contractors.
Completes site visits to review progress, quality of installation, and identify deficiencies.
Troubleshoots controls programming and setup problems.
Provides programming support to the implementation team to complete the project requirements.
Other
Upholds Bernhard's owner advocacy philosophy, mission, and core values.
Performs the assigned duties with minimal supervision, while working in a team problem-solving environment.
Completes technical reports or related documents as required.
This position is Full-Time, Exempt, and reports to the Senior Logic Director.
Qualifications:
Required Education, Experience, and Qualifications
Bachelor degree in an Engineering Field
Professional Engineering (PE) license
Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Detail-oriented and willing to tackle various ongoing projects in a fast-paced environment
Versed in the industry and the Company's competitors
Ability to multitask and perform duties outside of the scope of work when necessary
Preferred Education, Experience, and Qualifications
Building Automation Controls programming experience
Preferred Controls include Siemens, JCI, Honeywell, Trane, Struxureware, and Tridium
Building automation Controls design experience
Healthcare or Higher Education project experience
Proficient in AutoCAD (ACAD)
CEM certification
Travel Requirements
50% of time will be spent traveling to job site(s)/office location
Physical/Work Environment Requirements
The work environment will be a combination of an office environment and site survey environment
Site surveys will include exposure to external weather, loud noises, and poorly accessible spaces
Ability to survey confined spaces within a facility to gather necessary information on building equipment
The use of ladders to survey equipment above ceiling is required periodically
EEO Statement:
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.