The Bernard Group, Inc. · 1 month ago
Senior Technical Solutions Engineer
Chanhassen, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$120K/yr - $130K/yrThe Bernard Group, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned visual merchandising company leading the retail industry in design and production. They are seeking a Senior Technical Solutions Engineer to serve as a technical authority and trusted partner across various departments, translating customer concepts into manufacturable retail fixture solutions.
Marketing & Advertising
Responsibilities
Partner with clients, sales, designers, product developers, and project managers to define technical requirements and create high-level engineering designs
Lead the design and development of custom retail fixtures from concept through production using SOLIDWORKS
Create 3D models, drawings (as needed), specifications, and PDF drawing packages for production and estimating
Provide accurate revision control for all SOLIDWORKS files
Deliver detailed engineering handoffs that enable the engineering team to finalize work with minimal revisions
Work with vendor partners to understand fabrication techniques and ensure manufacturability
Assist with prototypes, testing, and validation of quality and safety requirements
Select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes to optimize cost and performance
Create renderings using PhotoView360 or Visualize (as needed)
Provide technical support during production, installation, and troubleshooting
Participate in or lead value-engineering discussions
Stay current with industry trends, materials, technologies, and pricing
Manage multiple projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery
Complete quality checks on drawing packages to ensure excellence
Perform other duties and projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field
expert proficiency in SOLIDWORKS, SOLIDWORKS PDM, and relevant engineering tools
deep knowledge of materials (wood, metal, plastic), manufacturing processes, and cost drivers
strong ability to translate conceptual ideas into accurate models and high-level engineering designs
strong understanding of hardware, finishes, fabrication techniques, and fixture construction
experience with prototyping, testing, and validating engineering feasibility
familiarity with 3D printing and rapid prototyping technologies
strong knowledge of G-Suite, Microsoft Word/Excel, and Adobe products
ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, ever-changing, team-oriented environment
excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
strong communication skills for client interaction, vendor conversations, and cross-functional collaboration
project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
creative thinking with strong aesthetic sensibilities
ability to work independently with minimal direction
a collaborative mindset and a passion for delivering solutions that meet brand standards and project goals
able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills including, demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization
willing to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us)
fiercely loyal to both our customers and team
trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges
adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done
Benefits
Healthcare, dental, life insurance, disability
Paid parental leave
Retirement Savings programs:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan-100% Employee-Owned
401k with a company match
Career Development Opportunities
Flexible Work Hours
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Program
Safe & Clean Manufacturing Environment
Company
The Bernard Group, Inc.
The Bernard Group is a visual merchandising company with the proven ability to consistently execute on complex ideas at the very highest levels from design to manufacturing.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Gene Schneider
Chief Technology Officer
Brad Gunderson
CFO
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