Controls Engineer II

BW Design Group is a fully integrated architecture, engineering, construction, system integration, and consulting firm committed to helping our clients realize their most critical goals—from Strategy to Commercialization. As the only firm born from a manufacturing technology company to become an independent and fully integrated firm, we combine deep domain expertise in the manufacturing environment with an approach built to serve the dynamic needs of clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology industries. Rooted in our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership, we cultivate leaders who will define tomorrow.

About the role

You will join one of our 45 US offices, collaborate with a team of over 1,500 professionals, and work directly with clients on projects that shape the world. As a Controls Engineer II, you will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business, empowered to make an impact, and supported by leaders committed to your success and fulfillment. Design Group is an industry leader, recognized as a top system integrator (ranked #7 in the 2023 System Integrator Giants), a Rockwell Platinum Integrator, and an Ignition Enterprise Premier Integrator. You will learn from industry experts and may participate in events like the Ignition Build-A-Thon, which Design Group won in 2023.

Responsibilities

• Develop automation solutions and participate in various phases of automation projects, including creating design specifications, software configuration and testing, and commissioning high-speed and automated manufacturing processes.
• Design automation control systems and create project documentation and drawings to meet client requirements.
• Diagnose automation problems and interface with teams, clients, and vendors.
• Configure software and hardware packages according to client design specifications.
• Program PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Rockwell) and HMI/SCADAs (FactoryTalk, Cimplicity, Wonderware, Ignition).
• Communicate project progress to stakeholders.
• Manage engineering projects, deliverables, schedules, and scope.
• Oversee site construction, installation, and start-up support of integrated control systems.
• Validate and commission facility systems following established protocols and ensure successful turnover to the customer.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 to 8 years of direct experience as a controls engineer working on automated processes/system integration in food, beverage, data center, consumer health product, or other industrial manufacturing environments.
• Experience creating and designing automation control systems (PLC, SCADA).
• Solid understanding of industrial control panel design and fabrication (UL508A).
• Solid understanding of instrumentation and controls (I&C) and engineering documentation (P&IDs, process flow diagrams, standard operating procedures).
• Experience with field instrumentation, control system installation, and configuration.
• Familiarity with machine safety applications, electrical power distribution, and control panel design.
• Proficiency in written and verbal technical communication, including generating reports and conducting presentations.
• Willingness to travel 50%+ as needed for regional projects, including installation, start-up, client meetings, and trainings.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering, or a similar technical field (preferred).

Benefits

Our culture and commitment to Truly Human Leadership foster mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional support for individual and collective success. As a Controls Engineer, you will build a meaningful career with access to professional development resources, mentorship, and programs such as:

• First Year Experience program.
• Individual Development Plans and Career Path resources.
• Support from exceptional talent to develop both engineering and leadership skills.

Barry-Wehmiller values diverse experiences and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. If your experience aligns closely with the role, we invite you to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available during the interview process.