Associate Lead Engineer - Electrical Aftermarket

Barry Wehmiller; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Barry-Wehmiller in India (Global Competency Center) is seeking an Experienced Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design, BOM release, production and testing support for industrial machinery across printing, packaging and converting sectors.

The role requires hands-on CAD skills, experience with MCC and LV switchgear, and strong collaboration with global teams to deliver reliable and compliant solutions. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in Industrial Machineries and discrete product machinery.
• Experience with Printing, Packaging and Converting Machines OEMs is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Independently executes electrical design work on complex machines from concept through BOM release.
• Develops electrical design, drawings and BOM based on customer requirements and participates in reviews with the customer.
• Growing ability to advise junior engineers and flag design issues proactively during project execution.

Skills

Motors & Drives selection

Electrical design

Field service support

Safety interlocks

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Zuken E3

AdeptE/PromiseE

MS Office

Job description

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.

Join Us. Build a Better World Through Business.

At 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, weve 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 citys Top 150 Privately Held Companies.

What 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.

In 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.

Our culture is built on:

• Ownership Drive features end-to-end, from design to deployment.
• Flexibility A friendly, results-oriented environment that respects your time.
• Empowerment Your ideas matter, and your work creates visible impact.
• Learning and Growth Tackle complex challenges alongside passionate peers, with continuous support for your development.

Career Development and Global Exposure

At Barry-Wehmiller, your growth is our priority. Youll have access to world-class learning programs, leadership development opportunities, and mentorship from industry experts. Our global footprint means youll 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.

If youre 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, wed love to hear from you.

Job description:

Experienced Electrical Engineer adept at Electrical Design, BOM release, Production and Testing Support for Industrial Machineries and Equipment such as Printing, Packaging, Converting, Textile and Paper machinery and discrete product machinery, related to Aftermarket support and Engineering.

• Independently executes electrical design work on complex machines new designs, redesigns, and platform variants from concept through BOM release.
• Develops electrical design, drawings and Bill of Materials based on customer requirements and participates in concept, design, production, testing, safety, installation, commissioning and troubleshooting reviews with the customer.
• Growing ability to advise junior engineers and flag design issues proactively during project execution.

Technical skills:

• Proficiency in calculation and selection of Motors, Drives, AC Load calculations, and low and medium voltage switchgear systems
• Experience with low and medium voltage motor control systems (MCC), including solid-state systems
• Familiarity with industrial control and protection schemes relevant to electrical distribution systems and motor controls
• Hands-on experience in preparing single and three-line diagrams, panel IGA OGA drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and design of cable trays and wireways
• Knowledge of electrical maintenance practices, operation principles, and standards
• Expertise in major OEM motors, emergency standby generators, uninterruptable power supplies, motor controls, generator controls, transformers, and protective relays
• Understanding of materials, components, and equipment used in electrical installations
• Familiarity with NFPA70E and OSHA regulations related to electrical safety practices and procedures
• Knowledge of UL508A, IEC, NEMA, British (BS), European, IS, NEC, IEEE, and other standards
• Experience in designing and testing Safety Interlocks in compliance with safety standards
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical / Zuken E3, including creating symbols, assigning metadata, creating macros, 3D macros, and drilling patterns
• Experience in heating cooling calculations
• Experience in RD projects, Aftermarket/Sold work support for machines, drives, control panels
• Experience in field service support and control panel assembly
• Experience in creating Hydraulic / Pneumatic schematics
• Capability in creating and updating functional specifications of machines and replacing obsolete electrical parts while maintaining design integrity
• Experience in replacement of obsolete electrical parts while maintaining Form, Fit and Function of the existing machine design
• Experience in performing risk assessments and preparing drawings and SRS documents
• Knowledge of AB/BR PLC programming and troubleshooting, HMI programming (SmartTouch/Ignition) is an added advantage, not mandatory

Mandatory Tool Skills:

• AutoCAD
• AdeptE/PromiseE
• AutoCAD Electrical
• Zuken E3 added advantage
• MS Office applications (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in electrical engineering
• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in Industrial Machineries/Equipment and discrete product machinery
• Experience with Printing, Packaging and Converting Machines OEMs is preferable
• Experience in field commissioning and trouble shooting

Travel:

• May need to travel up to 10% each year based on requirements.

Key Result Areas:

• Ability to study and understand existing machine functions
• Ability to learn old legacy tools and old schematics and provide upgrade modifications
• Excellent CAD tool skills, experienced in using electrical CAD software
• Good documentation preparation and maintenance skills
• Effort and schedule adherence with error-free deliverables, requiring limited oversight to deliver results
• Good problem-solving skills with technical issues in machine function
• Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria
• Growing ability to advise and mentor less experienced engineers on technical problems

To understand more about our people-first philosophy, you may like to watch this short video by our late CEO, Mr. Bob Chapman, on Truly Human Leadership: Watch the video

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 GCC

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