Engineer, Controls I

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:

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Be part of a dynamic engineering team utilizing the latest technology to develop equipment in an OEM environment. The candidate will be using engineering principles and design software, to help design, develop, and maintain electrical control systems to required specifications, focusing on economy, safety, reliability, quality, and sustainability.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Engineer machinery controls that are extensive and complex, involving original design work and selecting components and materials.

• Ability to optimize design and implement knowledge of control system architecture including hardware, software, instrumentation, and networking equipment.
• Proficient ability to understand control philosophy and write functional requirement specifications including description of servo control, safety interlocks and alarms.
• Contribute sound professional advice and creative new ideas, concepts and approaches relative to new product design and development projects.
• Counsel and train other engineers in technical areas as required.
• Test and debug equipment to isolate defects.
• Collaborate within a global team of engineers from North America, Italy, and India.
• Prepare schematics and bills of material (BOM) for moderately complex equipment
• Support manufacturing/assembly teams
• May travel to customer site to support field teams with technical assistance as required
• Other duties as assigned

• Web handling, tension control, rewinding, unwinding understanding.
• Servo motion control experience
• Strong logical and reasoning abilities
• Problem-solving ability
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Understanding of functional safety including ISO13849

SOFTWARE:

• Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk
• E-Plan
• MATLAB
• Ignition
• Python programing experience a plus

Travel:

• Travel by air or car occasionally
• Ability to travel up to 30%

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• 4-year degree in Electrical Engineering
• 4+ years of experience in Controls Engineering
• Manufacturing experience preferred

PREFERED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Experience in programming ControlLogix platform using Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk
• Ability to read and interpret moderately complex electrical schematics and mechanical assembly layouts
• Working knowledge of CAD and engineering systems, E-plan knowledge preferred

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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