Controls Engineer II

About Us:

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 that is built to serve the dynamic needs of our clients. Rooted in our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership, we cultivate the leaders who will define tomorrow and partner with our clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology industries to build the future of manufacturing and technology.

 

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:

*This role does require heavy travel to the client site

Looking for candidate who reside in the Portland OR and Boise ID locations.

Who You'll Work With 

At Design Group, you'll collaborate with experienced leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to solve complex challenges for some of the world's leading companies. You'll join a growing team of more than 1,500 professionals across 45 U.S. offices where you'll be empowered to make an impact, develop your expertise, and grow your career. 

What You'll Do 

In this role, you'll be responsible for developing and implementing automation solutions that support capital projects and manufacturing operations. You'll work closely with clients, vendors, project stakeholders, and Control System Integration Practice teams to design, configure, test, commission, and start up integrated control systems. This position plays an important role in helping clients improve performance and deliver automated manufacturing processes, giving you the opportunity to apply technical expertise across PLC, HMI/SCADA, control panel, and commissioning activities. 

• Develop automation solutions through design specifications, software configuration, testing, commissioning, and start-up activities 

• Design automation control systems and create project documentation and drawings that meet client requirements 

• Program PLCs and HMI/SCADA systems, including Allen-Bradley, Rockwell, FactoryTalk, Cimplicity, Wonderware, and Ignition platforms 

• Configure software and hardware packages according to client design specifications 

• Diagnose automation problems and support troubleshooting in high-intensity manufacturing environments 

• Communicate project progress, risks, and technical updates to stakeholders throughout the engagement 

• Manage engineering project deliverables to agreed schedule, scope, and client expectations 

• Coordinate site construction, installation, and start-up support for integrated control systems 

• Validate and commission facility systems using established execution protocols 

• Support successful system turnover to customers through clear documentation, testing, and technical communication 

What You'll Bring 

Qualifications 

• 3+ years of direct controls engineering experience with automated processes or system integration in food, beverage, consumer health product, or other industrial manufacturing environments 

• Experience creating and designing automation control systems, including PLC and SCADA systems 

• Working knowledge of industrial control panel design and fabrication, instrumentation and controls, and engineering documentation such as P&IDs and process flow diagrams 

• Experience with field instrumentation, control system installation, and configuration 

• Ability to travel for project requirements, including installation and start-up activities, client and company meetings, trainings, seminars, forums, and conventions 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering, or a similar technical field 

• Familiarity with machine safety applications, electrical power distribution, and control panel design 

• Experience generating reports and conducting group presentations for technical audiences 

The approximate pay range for this position is $115k-$150k Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as geographic location of the position. 

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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. ​

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.

 

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

 

Company:

Design Group