Controls Engineer PE I - Bernhard LLC

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 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.

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.

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

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.