Controls Engineer

Packaging is driving performance at the intersection of people, technology, and customer care. As part of the privately held Barry-Wehmiller family, we unite a global team of packaging experts with a clear purpose: People Who Care, Building Solutions that Perform. We take on our customers’ toughest challenges as our own — delivering both innovative and enduring solutions that set the standard for value and performance. Our strength comes from our people and the power of our brands — trusted names in packaging that are known worldwide for engineering excellence, application expertise, and lifetime commitment to customer success. Truly Human Leadership guides our belief that exceptional business results and profound respect for people together provide the foundation of enduring success. We are committed to forging lasting partnerships with our customers, earning their trust through integrity, expertise, and execution. With our full range of packaging solutions and long term partnership and service, we help customers achieve operational excellence today while building the future of packaging together.

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: Designs, develops, and implements control systems that enable automated and integrated packaging solutions. Applies technical judgment and disciplined execution to ensure control systems perform reliably, integrate cleanly, and support project delivery requirements. Works closely with Project Management, Applications & Estimating, Operations, and Field Service to translate defined system requirements into effective controls solutions. Focuses on system performance, reliability, and integration quality across execution and startup activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Controls Design & Programming
• Design and program control systems for conveyor systems and integrated packaging lines.
• Develop PLC and HMI logic aligned with defined system requirements and integration standards.
• Apply consistent architectures, reusable components, and standard approaches where appropriate.
• Document control logic, configurations, and system behavior to support execution and startup.
• System Integration & Startup Support
• Prepare control systems for startup by verifying layouts, I/O, and system readiness.
• Support field activities including system checkout, startup, and troubleshooting.
• Verify device wiring, motor operation, and network communications.
• Coordinate with customers and third-party equipment suppliers to ensure line integration and interlocking function as intended.
• Make program updates and adjustments as needed to support stable system operation.
• Technical Problem Solving
• Identify control system issues and take appropriate steps to resolve them.
• Provide technical support when electrical or system integration issues arise.
• Apply structured troubleshooting and sound judgment to restore system performance.
• Support customer training on system functionality and operation as required.
• Cross-Functional Coordination
• Collaborate with Project Management to align controls activities with project priorities and schedules.
• Communicate clearly with internal teams, contractors, and OEM partners regarding controls requirements and site needs.
• Participate in project reviews, startup coordination meetings, and execution discussions.
• Standards & Continuous Improvement
• Follow established controls standards, procedures, and documentation practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve controls design efficiency, quality, and consistency.
• Apply lessons learned from execution and startup to strengthen future solutions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred.
• 5 to 10 years of experience designing and programming industrial control systems in automation or manufacturing environments.
• Working knowledge of PLC and HMI platforms and industrial communication networks.
• Experience supporting systems through installation, startup, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to work across multiple projects and site environments.
• Clear communicator able to collaborate across engineering, operations, and project teams.
• Flexibility to take on evolving responsibilities in response to strategic priorities and business needs.

At Barry-Wehmiller we recognise 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.