Senior Structural Designer

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.

Are you a visionary in structural design with a passion for creating innovative retail fixtures that captivate and inspire? We’re seeking a Senior Structural Designer to lead the way in delivering exceptional solutions for our clients. In this role, you’ll exemplify best-in-class design practices, mentor your peers, and elevate our team to new heights of expertise.

As a master of product development, you’ll leverage your deep knowledge of substrates, hardware, and manufacturing processes to create unique visual fixtures that balance creativity, functionality, and scalability. From crafting 3D models to conducting design reviews and fine-tuning production documentation, you’ll play a pivotal role in bringing ideas to life—always with a keen eye on client needs and budgetary goals.

If you’re ready to take on complex challenges, innovate at every turn, and collaborate with a dedicated team to WOW customers, we want to hear from you.

Shift available: Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, onsite at our Chanhassen, MN facility

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

• a Bachelor’s degree in Design or Engineering
• a minimum of 5 years of related software experience utilizing Adobe Creative Suite, ArtiosCAD, etc
• 5 or more years experience in retail design with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in structural engineering of displays/signs
• a strong portfolio and elevated sense of spatial visualization, design and 3D

On top of that you must:

• pay close attention to details so you are able to complete projects accurately within deadlines, while meeting Company quality standards
• be self-motivated, a fast learner, and show initiative to seek out customer and corporate needs
• have the ability to work independently, make decisions and solve problems independently, effectively and creatively
• apply effective time management and self-management skills
• understand and maintain the confidential nature of company, employee and customer information

In this position you'll:

• engage in new fixture development at project kickoff meetings to fully grasp and document the scope of work. Creates fixture designs that meet visual, structural and budgetary requirements while collaborating with internal teams throughout the process. Has touch-base meetings as necessary to ensure projects are on track. 
• use ArtiosCAD 2D and 3D tools consistent with department standards to create BOM and file outputs clearly and accurately. Provides all required documentation and support to the Product Development team for prototype builds.
• schedule, prepare for and lead Design and BOM Review Meetings to align with Work Back Schedules. Collaborates with peers to validate designs, drawings and specifications for other departments to produce fixtures correctly. Participates in Prototypes Reviews and incorporates necessary changes to ensure design intent while meeting client and production requirements. Provides direction to others for document changes when appropriate.
• collaborate with design, sales, product development and engineering teams to create a strong partnership with the focus of completing the design work and revisions within the targeted timelines identified by TBG’s project management and customers. 
• demonstrate mastery of Pace and Google business tools utilizing them accurately and timely to track project data and communicate deliverables and pertinent information to colleagues.
• seek out and engages in Continuous Improvement activities to improve How We Work, vigorously demonstrates mastery of and adherence to TBG’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Standards. Performs job-related duties as outlined within SOPs and Standards. 
• mentor Structural Designers to develop software and design skills, gain knowledge of material characteristics, processes and manufacturing methods. Willingly trains individuals and teams on how to best engage with the TPOP department to promote consistency. Redirects when necessary to ensure process compliance.
• perform miscellaneous tasks and projects as assigned by management.

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 55317

Compensation Range: $95,000 - $110,000 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 in order 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 click 'Apply' to submit your application.

Thanks!
The Bernard Group, Inc.