Senior Engineer Controls
1 week ago
About Us:
Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for the packaging, corrugating, sheeting and paper-converting industries. By blending people-centric leadership with disciplined operational strategies and purpose-driven growth, Barry-Wehmiller has become a $3 billion organization with nearly 12,000 team members united by a common belief: to use the power of business to build a better world.
Job Description:
About Barry Wehmiller: -
Barry Wehmiller Companies is a global supplier of manufacturing technology and services based in St. Louis Missouri. Although it was founded in 1885 as a maker of machinery for the brewing industry, since 1987 Barry-Wehmiller has acquired more than 80 companies that provide equipment and services for a variety of industries: packaging, paper converting, sheeting, corrugating, engineering, and IT consulting. In 2016 it was ranked no. 10 on the St. Louis Business Journal's list of the city's Top 150 Privately Held Companies. We believe our culture differentiates us from other firms.
In India, Barry-Wehmiller operates as a hub of innovation and collaboration, housing our Global Competency Center (GCC) and other strategic functions. The GCC, based in Chennai, is an Engineering Center of Excellence that supports all Barry-Wehmiller divisions globally. The center focuses on areas such as design and development in mechanical, electrical, and controls engineering, software development, and additive manufacturing.
We believe in:
- Ownership – You'll drive features end-to-end, from design to deployment.
- Flexibility – A friendly, results-oriented culture that respects your time.
- Empowerment – Your insights are valued, and your work makes a visible difference.
- Learning & Growth – You'll work on complex challenges with smart, passionate peers—and have the support to level up continually.
If you're ready to bring your best thinking to the table and grow in a high-impact, future-focused environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Description:
- As a Senior Controls Software Engineer will have overall responsibility of developing and managing software for control systems, particularly in industrial settings. Perform a wide variety of duties including implementation of control algorithms in software, development of software data file structures, terminal display formatting and software for data transmission with detailed emphasis on programming using assembly level languages, PLC languages, Visual C++ and other higher level languages.
- Understanding of HMI/SCADA development, and experience with Allen Bradly software are often required. Must be able to develop, implement and employ debugging and maintenance software in the development and maintenance of company products and related equipment as well.
Job Responsibilities:
- Design clean-sheet automation systems from concept through production. Key responsibilities include:
- Translate Customer's Requirement into Design Specification, Evaluate Design Feasibility and Provide Technical Expertise to Meet Customer's Request.
- Design and develop electrical systems for custom automation solutions, ensuring optimal functionality, efficiency, and reliability.
- Program and configure PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), Robotics, safety systems devices, vision systems, and other control devices to ensure precise control and monitoring of automation processes.
- Conduct thorough testing and validation of control systems to identify and rectify any issues, ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
- Provide technical support and expertise during the installation, commissioning, and maintenance phases of custom automation projects.
- Responsible for full system programming, testing, debugging, commissioning, installation, service, and upgrades.
- Execute complete electrical designs, create professional electrical schematics and panel layouts using AutoCAD Electrical software.
- Perform Design Reviews with Internal & External Customers.
- Create and Review Detailed Bill of Materials for Accuracy (Quantities, Part #'s, Etc.).
- Maintain Schedule Milestones.
- Update and Revise Drawings as Required.
- Achieve Cost Targets Through Effective Design.
- Identify Potential High-Risk Areas During Initial Project Quoting Process.
- Provide Support to Operations During Build, Test & Evaluation.
- Stay Up to Date with Leading Edge Technology.
- Contribute to Continuous Improvement Efforts Across Entire Organization.
Requirements and Experience:
- Over 10+ years of hands-on experience in designing, programming, and implementing control systems for custom automation projects.
- Extensive experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers and software developers, to integrate control systems seamlessly into automation projects.
- Strong understanding of custom automation requirements, with the ability to tailor solutions to meet the unique needs of clients.
- Excellent documentation skills, including the creation of control system architecture diagrams, wiring schematics, and user manuals.
- Ability to provide technical support and expertise during installation, commissioning, and maintenance phases of custom automation projects.
- Proficient in programming PLCs, HMIs, and other control devices to achieve precise control and monitoring of automation processes.
- System level approach to the complete machine program with a high focus on recovery from start to finish.
- Experience in robotics, automation systems, vision systems, proximity and photo sensors, servo controls, etc.
- Competent skills with PC's, networking, device communications, integration, and design.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical.
- Comprehensive knowledge of electrical component selection and panel layout design
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for working with customers and team members. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees, management, customers, and general public.
- Strong Knowledge in Commercial Components & Supporting Partners.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Seeking candidates for the position with expertise in control software, particularly with a focus on Allen Bradley. Experience with Allen Bradley is essential for this role.
- Must be Responsible, Self-Driven, Self-Motivated, and Able to Work Independently.
Additional Job Description:
- Program hardware/software integration and systems diagnostics to support machine based control systems
- Collaborate with sales personnel, customers, service technicians and other departments to assist with developing engineering and functional system specifications
- Assist with the preparation and maintenance of comprehensive program documentation for diagnostics, information systems, data collection and communication with other peripheral equipment.
- Act as a liaison to the production assembly, service, engineering personnel and system suppliers to furnish information and documentation about software controls; assist in the check-out and correction of control system software as needed.
- Other duties as assigned
Mandatory Tool Skills:
- Allen Bradly software (Latest version preferred)
- AutoCAD Electrical
- MS Office applications (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Education and Training Requirements:
- Bachelor of Engineering – Electronics & Communication Engineering or Instrumentation and controls / Engineering preferred and 10+ years equivalent experience in industrial automation, Controls development and commissioning.
Travel:
- Occasional domestic and/or global travel may be required for this position up to 20%.
Key Result Areas:
- Ability to study, understand existing machine functions.
- Excellent Controls programming skills, experienced in using Allen Bradley software.
- Excellent Controls programming skills, experienced in using AutoCAD Electrical CAD software.
- Good documentation preparation and maintenance skills.
- Effort and Schedule adherence with error free deliverables, less of oversight for delivering results.
- Good problem-solving skills with technical issues in machine function.
- Plans and conduct work requiring judgment in independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
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