Senior Engineer - Controls

Barry-Wehmiller Companies Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to world-class learning programs

Leadership development opportunities

Mentorship from industry experts

Job summary

A global engineering firm seeks an experienced individual to develop control systems for corrugated paper-product machinery in Chennai. The role requires expertise in PLC and HMI programming, with a focus on creating high-quality automation solutions. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, along with a minimum of 5-7 years of experience in industrial automation. Join a people-centric culture that emphasizes growth and impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in industrial automation.
• Experience with OEMs in packaging, printing, or machine building preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop control systems for corrugated paper-product machinery.
• Design complex electrical engineering control systems.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and recommend improvements.

Skills

PLC Programming with Beckhoff Twincat 2 and 3

HMI Development using Beckhoff Twincat IPCs

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to read complex electrical schematics

Knowledge of industrial network technologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

GitHub

OPC servers

Job description

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:****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, 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.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. 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.If 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.**Job description:** **Develop control systems to automate processes and machines** involved in the manufacturing of corrugated paper‐product machinery. Responsibilities include a wide range of **control design and application tasks such as PLC, HMI and motion control programming, development, implementation, system debugging**, and providing remote technical support in close collaboration with the U.S. Controls team. The role requires strong ability to read and interpret electrical and control system functions. The candidate will support seamless integration of new products, in‐house developments, and customer‐site machinery by applying effective engineering practices and ensuring high‐quality automation solutions.**Key Responsibilities:*** **Design and develop complex electrical engineering and functional controls system architecture and specifications** with input from sales personnel, customers, service technicians, and assembly technicians.* A**pply ingenuity in programming, hardware/software integration, and system diagnostics to support machine‐based control systems.*** Review and approve schematics, assemblies, detailed drawings, and BoM for complex projects.* Develop, prepare, and maintain comprehensive program documentation in areas diagnostics, information systems, data collection, and communication network, protocols* Research and stay current on latest developments concerning system architectures that could be implemented as parts of machine control systems.* Act as a liaison furnish documentation and/or assist in the check‐out, machine installation, and startup of complex mechanical functionality and control system.* Interface directly with customers to identify customer expectations and specifications.* Interface with suppliers to select and develop the best available technical solutions.* Troubleshoot and resolve malfunctions; make recommendations that will improve efficiency or quality of operations.* May participate in set‐up and commissioning of new facilities or upgrading of existing facilities.* Provide guidance in the production of system operation manuals and diagnostic aids for customer and service technician use.* May travel to customer sites to lead or support testing, commissioning, and/or startup of industrial equipment.* Other duties as assigned.**Core Automation Skills:** **Must be able to competently perform all level 2 industrial automation duties on PLC and HMI*** **Servo Motion and Stepper Control experienced in PLC‐based mechanical motion calculations*** **Strong analytical, problem-solving, and logical reasoning skills with a systematic approach to fault diagnosis and optimization. Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimum guidance****Mandatory Skills:*** **PLC Programming: Beckhoff Twincat 2 and Twincat 3*** **HMI development using Beckhoff Twincat IPCs – Mandatory*** **GitHub: version control, branching, and collaboration – Mandator**y* Experience with OPC servers, tag management, and data structure design – Added Advantage* **Proficiency in scripting and database integration – Added Advantage*** Exposure to assembly checkout and field commissioning – Added Advantage* **Ability to read complex electrical schematics and other drawings – Mandatory*** Comprehensive knowledge and experience with electrical control schematics, drawings and industrial network technologies – Mandatory* **Awareness on Machine and Manufacturing safety regulations – Added Advantage****Soft Skills:*** Clear and professional communication* Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with USA team* Strong teamwork and coordination with cross-functional teams* **Ability to work independently and take ownership*** **Analytical thinking and structured problem solving*** Flexibility to adapt to changing project needs undefined**Education and Experience:*** Bachelor’s degree in electrical/Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, or Computer Science* **Minimum 5-7 years of industrial automation experience*** Experience with OEMs in packaging, printing, or converting and machine building division is preferred**Travel:*** Willing to travel to Europe and the U.S. for short-term field commissioning or project supportThis role offers more than just a career move—it is a chance to contribute to real-world engineering challenges in a **supportive, people-centric culture**. Our environment encourages autonomy, ownership, and continuous learning, while ensuring that your contributions are seen and valued.We believe in:* **Ownership** – Drive features end-to-end, from design to delivery.* **Empowerment** – Your insights influence real decisions.* **Flexibility** – Work in a friendly, outcome-oriented culture.· **Growth** – Learn and evolve through engaging, global projects.*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,