About Us
About Us
Burdette Engineering, Inc. is an electrical engineering firm, founded in 1992 in Greenville, SC. We are proudly celebrating 28 years serving the electrical design needs of the construction industry.
The company has grown its staff to provide responsive designs to new demands and developments in lighting, efficiency and technology. Our staff of twelve (12) includes three (3) Professional Engineers and two (2) LEED APs. In addition to power and lighting, Burdette Engineering, Inc. has expanded its areas of design service to include telecommunications wiring design, security, and audio visual design as enhanced values to the client.
Our Mission
To serve our community with integrity and teamwork by providing quality engineering solutions that focus both on innovation and exceeding the goals of each client on every project.
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Our People
Our People
At Burdette Engineering, Inc. we know that our people are our biggest asset. As such, our clients experience a professional, customer-oriented atmosphere with client satisfaction and relationship building as our target. Indeed, our goal is that each new client becomes a repeat client.
Burdette’s people are professional, thorough, and dedicated. Between our professional staff we have over 100 years of electrical engineering experience to serve your design needs.
Don Burdette, P.E., LEED AP, President
BSEE, 1977 – Clemson University
Registered since 1982 in SC, also NC, GA, MS, AL, KY, TN, OH, VA, AR. Mr. Burdette established the firm in 1992 and has provided electrical engineering services on a wide range of projects.
Robert Bazemore, LEED AP, Project Manager
BS, 1987 – Clemson University
Mr. Bazemore has been with Burdette Engineering since 1997, and has extensive experience in managing university and healthcare projects.
Chris Mahaffey, P.E., Lead Project Engineer
BSEE, 1987 – Clemson University
Registered since 1993 SC, also, GA, NC. Mr. Mahaffey has been with Burdette Engineering since 1995 with experience in commercial and industrial facilities.
Peter Keew, P.E., Project Engineer
BSEE, 2008, Bob Jones University
Mr. Keew has been with Burdette Engineering, Inc. since 2013. His experience spans the medical, commercial, hospitality and government industries.
Chris Walker, E.I.T., Project Engineer
BS, 2019, Engineering – University of Tennessee – Martin
Mr. Walker has been with Burdette Engineering since 2022 and is experienced with generators, motor controllers, lighting systems and alarm instrumentation.
Eric Shields, Engineering Manager
BSEE, 2014, University of Central Florida
Mr. Shields has been with Burdette Engineering, Inc. since 2022. He brings experience in operations and management of engineering teams and corporate policy and process efficiency.
Jacob Burdette, Construction Phase Services
BA, 2012, History (Minor in Military Leadership), Clemson University
Mr. Burdette has been with the Burdette team since 2018. He leads our construction observation services department and facilitates our projects during construction through final punch.
Kyle Piper, EIT, Electrical Engineer
BSEE, 2022 – Electrical Engineering, Clemson University
Mr. Piper joined Burdette in 2022 and has experience with lighting, fire alarm and power systems and in particular the k12 and higher education markets.
Our Difference
Our Difference
To serve our community with integrity and teamwork by providing quality engineering solutions that focus both on innovation and exceeding the goals of each client on every project
Quality
Excellence is our goal in everything we do. Each project must stand on its own and provide the best solution for the Client’s needs. Continuing education of our professional staff keeps us in the forefront of developing design efforts and products such as Revit and LED lighting.
Integrity
We listen to our Clients and seek to understand their needs, integrating their requirements into the solution. Our goal is to respond to project issues and challenges directly and without delay both in design and construction.
Teamwork
We believe the total solution is not achieved until the construction is over and all systems are working as planned. It takes the Owner, Design Team and Builder working together to reach that optimum delivery of the project. We strive for consensus of effort through communication with the Owner during the design process and through the construction period.
Careers
Careers
Burdette Engineering, Inc. is a professional firm that is committed to producing the best possible experience for our clients. We are equally committed to providing the best possible work environment for our people. Our staff is a close knit team with each member valued for what they can bring to Burdette.
Job Opportunities
Posted January 31, 2023
Electrical Engineer
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced full- time electrical engineering professional to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering and will be responsible for designing and developing electrical systems for a variety of projects.
Key responsibilities include:
• Designing and developing electrical systems for a range of projects including power distribution, lighting and electrical control systems
• Conducting technical calculations and analyses to ensure the viability and compliance of designs
• Preparing detailed technical reports and specifications for electrical systems
• Collaborating with other engineering teams and departments to integrate electrical systems into broader project plans
• Providing technical guidance and support to junior team members
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and developments in electrical engineering
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in electrical engineering or a related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the field of electrical engineering
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical engineering
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles and practices
• Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Posted December 28, 2022
Electrical Designer
We are looking for an experienced full-time Electrical Designer to join our team. The successful candidate will have a strong background in electrical design and experience using Revit.
In this role, you will be responsible for creating detailed electrical design drawings using Revit software. This will include working closely with electrical engineers to create drawings that accurately represent the electrical systems in buildings and other structures. You will also be responsible for ensuring that the drawings comply with industry standards and codes.
To be successful in this role, you should have a strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and experience using Revit. You should also have excellent attention to detail and the ability to work well in a team environment.
Responsibilities:
• Create detailed electrical design drawings using Revit software
• Work closely with electrical engineers to ensure the accuracy of drawings
• Ensure that drawings comply with industry standards and codes
• Collaborate with other members of the engineering team to ensure that designs are effective and efficient
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to ensure designs meet project requirements and industry standards
• Troubleshoot and resolve design issues as they arise
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and developments in electrical engineering and Revit
Qualifications:
• 2+ years of experience as an electrical engineering designer/drafter
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and BIM
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work well in a team environment
Preferred:
• AS Degree in Drafting, Computer Aided Design or similar
Benefits include but not limited to: Full employee healthcare premium covered by employer, 401K match, vacation time and more!
Should you like to submit your resume for consideration, please email to Beth Pullias, bpullias@burdetteengr.com.
Thank you for considering employment at Burdette Engineering, Inc.!