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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:\nJoin Us. Build a Better World Through Business.\nAt Barry-Wehmiller Companies, we believe business can be a powerful force for good. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, we are a global leader in manufacturing technology and services. Since our founding in 1885 as a maker of brewing machinery, we’ve grown through the acquisition of more than 80 companies, serving industries such as packaging, paper converting, sheeting, corrugating, engineering, and IT consulting. In 2016, we ranked No. 10 on the St. Louis Business Journal list of the city’s Top 150 Privately Held Companies.\nWhat truly sets us apart is our culture-rooted in Truly Human Leadership, a philosophy that prioritizes the well-being and growth of every individual. We measure success by the way we touch lives, not just by financial results.\nIn India, Barry-Wehmiller operates as a hub of innovation and collaboration through our Global Competency Center (GCC) and other strategic functions. The GCC houses centers of excellence in engineering, content management, sourcing, software development, global IT operations, and shared financial services-providing critical support to Barry-Wehmiller divisions worldwide.\nOur culture is built on:\n· Ownership - Drive features end-to-end, from design to deployment.\n· Flexibility - A friendly, results-oriented environment that respects your time.\n· Empowerment - Your ideas matter, and your work creates visible impact.\n· Learning and Growth - Tackle complex challenges alongside passionate peers, with continuous support for your development.\nCareer Development and Global Exposure\nAt Barry-Wehmiller, your growth is our priority. You’ll have access to world-class learning programs, leadership development opportunities, and mentorship from industry experts. Our global footprint means you’ll collaborate with teams across continents, gaining exposure to diverse markets, cutting-edge technologies, and best practices from around the world. Whether you aspire to deepen your technical expertise or take on leadership roles, we provide the resources and support to help you thrive.\nIf you’re ready to bring your best thinking to a high-impact, future-focused environment-where long-term stability meets start-up agility-and be part of a company that cares deeply about people, we’d love to hear from you.\nJob Description\nWe are looking for a Senior Engineer - Controls with 8+ years of experience in the design, development, modification, migration, integration, and implementation of PLC and HMI/SCADA systems for discrete machinery and equipment.\nThe ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with a combination of Siemens, Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation), and Beckhoff automation platforms. Experience in printing, paper converting, packaging, textile, or other machinery/OEM industries is highly preferred.\nThe engineer should be able to take a systems approach to understand the overall machine design, mechanical functions, electrical architecture, control philosophy, safety systems, and automation requirements, and develop robust PLC and HMI programs ensuring the overall functional quality and performance of the machinery/equipment.\nThe role will be responsible for the interface between electrical hardware, PLC software, HMI/SCADA, drives, motion systems, instrumentation, and machine-level automation.\nTechnical Skills\nPLC & HMI Platforms\nStrong hands-on experience in one or more of the following platforms, with the ability to work across multiple automation platforms:\nSiemens S7-1200 / S7-1500 PLCs\nSiemens Comfort Panels / Unified Comfort Panels\nAllen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation PLCsControlLogix\nCompactLogix\n\nBeckhoff PLC / IPC-based control systemsTwinCAT 3\nEtherCAT\n\nExperience with HMI/SCADA development and integration across Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and Beckhoff platforms.\nPLC & HMI Development\nHands-on experience developing PLC and HMI programs from scratch based on URS, functional specifications, and client standards.\nAbility to understand and develop PLC programs using:Ladder Logic\nFunction Block Diagram\nStructured Text\nSequential Function Chart\n\nDevelop machine sequences, interlocks, alarms, permissives, recipes, diagnostics, and operator interfaces.\nInterface PLC programs with HMI/SCADA systems.\nExperience in modifying, debugging, migrating, and optimizing existing PLC/HMI programs.\nExperience with machine-level automation and discrete manufacturing applications.\nHMI scripting/programming experience using JavaScript, C#, or similar technologies is an added advantage.\nSiemens Automation\nStrong hands-on experience with Siemens S7-1500 PLCs.\nExperience with TIA Portal V15.1 or above.\nTIA Portal V17/V18/V19 or later experience preferred.\nSiemens Comfort and Unified Comfort HMI development.\nPLC/HMI programming, troubleshooting, commissioning, and debugging.\nExperience with Siemens drives and motion systems is preferred.\nAllen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation\nHands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs.\nExperience with ControlLogix and/or CompactLogix platforms.\nRockwell Studio 5000 / RSLogix programming experience.\nAllen-Bradley HMI experience using FactoryTalk View is preferred.\nExperience with Rockwell drives, I/O, communication networks, and motion systems is an advantage.\nBeckhoff Automation\nHands-on experience with Beckhoff PLC/control systems.\nExperience with TwinCAT 3 programming and development.\nKnowledge of EtherCAT communication and distributed I/O systems.\nExperience with Beckhoff IPCs, motion control, servo systems, and drives is preferred.\nExperience developing machine control applications using Structured Text is an advantage.\nIndustrial Communication & Networking\nGood understanding of industrial communication protocols and networking, including:\nPROFINET / PROFIBUS\nEtherNet/IP\nEtherCAT\nAS-i\nCAN / CANopen\nDeviceNet\nModbus TCP/RTU\nOPC UA\nOther industrial Ethernet and fieldbus protocols\nAbility to configure, troubleshoot, and integrate PLCs, remote I/O, drives, HMIs, sensors, and other automation devices over industrial networks.\nDrives, Motors & Motion Control\nKnowledge of selection and application of motors, motor controllers, VFDs, servo drives, and motion-control systems.\nUnderstanding of:Motor horsepower\nTorque\nSpeed range\nGear ratios\nReduction ratios\nAcceleration/deceleration\n\nExperience with Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or Beckhoff drives is preferred.\nBasic understanding of servo positioning and motion-control applications.\nInstrumentation & Control Components\nGood understanding of selection and application of industrial control components, including:\nSensors for flow, pressure, level, temperature, position, speed, counters, motion, vision, etc.\nDigital and analog sensors\nProximity and photoelectric sensors\nEncoders\nTransducers\nSolenoid valves\nRelays\nContactors\nOn/Off control devices\nAnalog I/O and signal conditioning\nA/D and D/A conversion\nI/P and P/I conversion\nUnderstanding of sensor characteristics such as accuracy, precision, response time, repeatability, reliability, range, and environmental/temperature effects.\nFAT, SAT & Commissioning\nDevelop automation test cases and procedures for Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).\nParticipate in FAT/SAT with customers and project teams.\nHands-on experience in machine installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and start-up.\nAbility to troubleshoot PLC, HMI, drives, I/O, communication, and machine sequence issues.\nExperience with remote commissioning and troubleshooting tools.\nWillingness to travel to customer sites for commissioning and project support.\nStandards & Compliance\nWorking knowledge of applicable industry codes, standards, and regulations such as:\nANSI\nISA\nNEC\nNEMA\nNFPA\nOSHA\nUL\nExperience working with machine safety systems and safety PLCs is an added advantage.\nTool Skills\nMandatory / Core\nSiemens TIA Portal - V15.1 or above\nSiemens S7-1500 PLC\nSiemens Comfort / Unified Comfort HMI\nAllen-Bradley / Rockwell Studio 5000\nControlLogix / CompactLogix\nBeckhoff TwinCAT 3\nEtherCAT\nPreferred\nTIA Portal V17+\nFactoryTalk View\nSiemens / Rockwell / Beckhoff drives and motion systems\nOPC UA\nIndustrial Ethernet networking\nHMI scripting / C# / JavaScript\nEPLAN or similar electrical engineering tools\nEducation & Experience\nBachelor's degree in Electrical & Electronics Engineering (EEE), Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE), Instrumentation, or related engineering discipline.\n8+ years of experience in industrial automation and controls engineering.\nStrong hands-on experience in PLC and HMI programming.\nExperience with a combination of Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and Beckhoff platforms is strongly preferred.\nDemonstrated experience developing PLC/HMI programs from scratch.\nExperience in machinery/OEM applications is highly preferred.\nExperience in printing, packaging, paper converting, textile, or other discrete machinery industries is an advantage.\nExperience in machine commissioning and customer-site support is preferred.\nKey Result Areas\nConfigure automation hardware and software according to project design specifications.\nDevelop PLC and HMI programs from scratch based on machine automation requirements.\nIntegrate Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and Beckhoff automation platforms with machine hardware and control systems.\nEnsure optimal performance, reliability, quality, and responsiveness of PLC/HMI applications.\nTroubleshoot PLC, HMI, drives, motion, I/O, and industrial communication issues.\nFollow software development, change-management, and version-control procedures.\nMaintain proper documentation of PLC/HMI software and project changes.\nManage assigned projects and deliver according to agreed schedules and scope.\nCommunicate project progress, technical issues, and risks to project stakeholders.\nSupport FAT, SAT, machine start-up, commissioning, and customer acceptance.\nProvide technical support to internal teams and customers as required.\nSoft Skills\nStrong verbal and written communication skills.\nLogical and systematic approach to problem-solving.\nStrong troubleshooting and analytical skills.\nAbility to understand complex machine sequences and identify key technical issues.\nAbility to work independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.\nStrong customer-facing and interpersonal skills.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities and changing project requirements.\nWillingness to learn and work across multiple automation platforms.\nTravel\nOccasional domestic and/or international travel may be required, up to 15%, for customer meetings, FAT, SAT, installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and project support.\nPreferred Candidate Profile\nThe ideal candidate will be a multi-platform Controls Engineer with strong practical experience in:\nSiemens + Allen-Bradley + Beckhoff\nwith hands-on capability in:\nPLC Programming → HMI Development → Drives/Motion → Industrial Communication → Machine Integration → FAT/SAT → Commissioning\nExperience with OEM/discrete machinery, particularly printing, packaging, paper converting, or textile machinery, will be a strong advantage.\nBarry-Wehmiller is committed to creating a people-centric workplace where employees can bring their best selves to the work they do and grow through meaningful career opportunities.\nAt Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. 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