Senior Controls Automation Engineer

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About Us: BW Papersystems, part of the Barry-Wehmiller Group, builds capital equipment that transforms paper into products for consumers - every day, around the world. We offer innovative technologies, service and parts, and years of global experience in corrugating, finishing; slitting and packaging; stationery; bookbinding and security documents. Customers rely on our machines to produce and convert items such as corrugated boxes, folding cartons, passports, notebooks, copy paper, board, and coated and other specialty papers. For more information, visit bwpapersystems.com.
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:
BW Papersystems is seeking an experienced Senior Controls Automations Engineer to join our engineering team. This position is responsible for developing and maintaining control system software for industrial machinery. You will work on implementing control algorithms, data file structures, and machine interfaces using PLC languages, assembly-level languages, Visual C++, and other high-level programming languages. This role plays a key part in both new product development and sustaining engineering efforts, with significant customer-facing interaction and international travel.
Key Responsibilities: Design, implement, and troubleshoot control algorithms and machine-based software systems. Develop and maintain programs that support machine operation, data collection, diagnostics, and communication with peripheral equipment. Collaborate with sales, service, and engineering teams to define technical and functional specifications. Support machine checkout, installation, and commissioning by providing control system software documentation and assistance. Interface directly with customers to resolve software-related issues and ensure systems meet expectations. Produce and update operation manuals, diagnostic guides, and technical documentation. Keep current with evolving control system architectures and technology trends. Mentor and support less experienced engineers as needed. Other duties as assigned. Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in industrial controls development; manufacturing environment experience preferred. Technical Skills: Proficient in PLC programming (e.g., Allen Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, B&R). Experience with assembly-level languages, Visual C++, and other high-level programming languages. Strong understanding of control theory and application. Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
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Company: BW Papersystems
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Location:
Baltimore, MD, United States
Category:
Architecture And Engineering Occupations

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