Senior Technical Solutions Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners? We are 100% employee owned! At The Bernard Group, we work to wow. As a visual merchandising company leading the retail industry in design and production, we come together as a team to win big for some of the most successful brands in the world. Since we’re an employee-owned company, we don’t just list our values, we live them, providing the highest-quality products and services day in and day out. And we do it all with sustainable materials carefully sourced from eco-friendly partners that support social change and community involvement.

The Bernard Group is looking for a Senior Technical Solutions Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will serve as a technical authority and trusted partner across sales, sourcing, estimating, engineering, and our vendor network. You will engage early in the sales process, translating customer concepts into manufacturable, cost-effective retail fixture solutions.

You will leverage expert-level SOLIDWORKS skills and deep knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes to create accurate engineering models, drawings, pricing inputs, and prototypes. You will also support high-level estimating, guide feasibility decisions, and ensure strong handoffs to the engineering team for finalization.

This is a senior-level, highly collaborative, customer-facing engineering role that requires advanced technical judgment, exceptional communication skills, and a proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Shift available: Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

A variety of these traits will help land you this job:

• 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

On top of that you must have:

• 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

In this position, you will:

• 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

To get hired at The Bernard Group, you MUST be:

• 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

TBG Overview:

• We're a 900-person visual merchandising company
• We are 100% employee-owned
• We offer a generous paid time off benefit that increases with tenure
• This is a full-time position in Chanhassen, MN

Compensation Range: $120,000-$130,000 annually

*Range reflects our good-faith assessment of our hiring range for this role based on market conditions, experience level, and internal equity considerations.

Benefits Overview:

The Bernard Group offers a competitive variety of benefits designed just for you:

• 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

What, still want more? We have it.

• A culture of freedom, trust and a passion for excellence!
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Talented, empowered and engaged co-workers by your side
• We have fun!

The Art of Teams at TBG:

We came to understand how small teams of top talent with the right chemistry will consistently outperform a centralized production process. We put a great amount of energy into building individual teams to handle the speed and details of retail. It’s the difference between average and being a world class service provider.

If you have the talent to do this job, a passion for excellence and are interested in joining the TBG team, please complete the form on this page.

Thanks!
The Bernard Group, Inc.