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Barry-Wehmiller

Controls Engineer

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In-Office
Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England
Junior
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Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England
Junior
Designs and develops PLC, HMI, robot, and safety control systems for special-purpose packaging machinery. Responsibilities include software programming, equipment upgrades, risk assessments, technical documentation, factory testing, commissioning, fault finding, customer-site support, and collaboration with mechanical, electrical, production, field service, and commercial teams. The role requires travel, occasional overtime, adherence to machinery and safety standards, and support for continuous improvement and new product integration.
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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:

We are looking for an experienced Controls Engineer with a special purpose machinery background, ideally within the packaging industry. Who will be responsible for producing PLC and HMI code for the equipment and production lines that we supply. Working closely with our mechanical and electrical design to ensure that we fulfil the project requirements in a timely and cost-effective manner. While providing an exceptional customer experience by achieving our Operational Excellence goals of on-time shipment, zero warranty and vertical start-ups at our customers facility.

Responsibilities:

  • Support and promote good teamwork within and outside of engineering, and act in line with the company’s
  • policies and values
  • Responsible for the Design & Development of new Control Systems
  • Upgrading of Existing Equipment & Integration with new Automation / Controls
  • Conduct site surveys & participate technical meetings on customer sites
  • Development of Functional, Detailed and Software Design Specifications from User Requirement Specifications
  • PLC (including safety) / HMI Programming – Siemens, Rockwell & others as applicable
  • System design and creation of required robot, PLC and HMI programming using IEC 61131-3 languages
  • Ensure all engineering produced complies with the relevant Directives and Harmonised standards
  • Perform design and machinery risk assessments to ISO 12100. Implementing countermeasure for identified risks
  • Ensure that all relevant documentation is included in the CE technical file
  • Ensure customer documentation accurately reflects supplied machinery and is complete by the required date
  • Participate in Internal and Customer PDI’s
  • Sign Off equipment and projects as ready to ship. Confirming that they are fit for purpose, complete and tested
  • Start up, commission and fault find equipment on our customers sites and support them remotely as required
  • Ensure that the latest version of the equipment software is uploaded and identified on the company network
  • Review site reports daily for assigned products & projects, and ensure any support is given as a matter of urgency
  • Support the Production, Field Service and Customer Service departments as and when required
  • Support our commercial team & customers, using your technical expertise to find innovative solutions
  • Assist Applications with technical solutions and input on expected timelines
  • Ensure that assigned tasks are completed within agreed timelines and in a cost-effective manner
  • Identify, and support process & product improvements. Utilising L3 tools
  • Support innovation and new product line integration
  • Allocate time engineering to relevant MO through ATM and complete timesheet daily (target absorption 90%)
  • Ensure that expense forms are completed, and receipts submitted to finance within a month
  • Ensure that assigned work areas are kept tidy, free from hazards and always customer ready
  • Comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, current legislation and BWIS company policies & procedures
  • Ensure safety glasses and shoes are always worn in the assembly areas along with addition PPE when required
  • Travel to customer sites and other business locations, which may be at short notice and require overnight stays
  • Be available & have flexibility to work overtime on evenings and weekends when it is required
  • Attend training courses to support your duties and development. Which may not be held at Doncaster and
  • require travel both in the UK or overseas

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

  • 2+ years’ experience in Controls & Automation, ideally in the packaging industry
  • Education in a relevant engineering discipline to HNC / HND qualification
  • Software design experience on Rockwell &/or Siemens PLCs and HMIs is essential
  • Knowledge and experience of using industrial comms protocols (EthernetIP &/or Profinet) is essential
  • Motion and servo control systems experience would be beneficial
  • Excellent interpersonal and time management skills to deal with the response time pressures that can arise due
  • to the nature of this industry
  • Ability to convert verbal, written, and other media-based information into project documentation
  • Excellent computer skills, being proficient in Microsoft Office packages such as Excel, Word, and Outlook etc.
  • The ability to simultaneously organize and successfully execute multiple project responsibilities.
  • A self-starter with a ‘can do’ flexible attitude.
  • Ability to work as an individual or as part of a team.
  • Drive and determination to succeed.

The Company:

For more than half a century, BW Integrated Systems has been providing advanced conveyance technology, palletisers, depalletisers, automated can end and product handling equipment, unwrappers, destrappers, and process equipment.

In order to continue to meet market needs, evolving product line configurations and our customers' expectations, BW Integrated Systems has successfully expanded their "Best in Class Offerings" into Robotics, Adaptive Accumulation Systems. Through this expansion and other technological advancements, BW Integrated Systems continues to offer a full complement of packaging automation solutions across a broad range of global markets.

At BW Integrated Systems we measure ‘success’ by the way we touch of the lives of people and are committed to a sustained leadership model that creates a culture where each team member returns home with a sense of fulfilment. Through recognition and celebration of individual and team achievements we strengthen the heart and soul of the organisation.

As a member of the Operations Team you will be actively engaged in our L3 journey by seeking, encouraging, and acting on continuous improvement and developmental opportunities.

We are proud of our people-centric culture and offer a unique opportunity to join a great team. We offer excellent development prospects, coupled with the salary and benefits you would expect of an internationally renowned and successful organisation.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

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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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. ​


 


Company:

BW Corporate Europe

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