Controls Engineer

BW Papersystems, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

BW Papersystems seeks an experienced Controls Engineer to develop and maintain control system software for industrial machinery, using PLC ladder logic, structured text, and function blocks. The role involves significant customer-facing interaction and international travel.

You will design, implement, and troubleshoot control software, and collaborate with sales, service, and engineering teams to meet specifications and support installation and commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial controls development; manufacturing environment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and troubleshoot control algorithms and machine-based software systems.
• Develop and maintain programs supporting 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.
• Stay current with evolving control system architectures and technology trends.
• Mentor and support less experienced engineers as needed.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Control theory

Reading electrical schematics

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Beckhoff

B&R

Job description

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 Controls 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 ladder logic, structured text and function block diagrams. 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.
• Stay current with evolving control system architectures and technology trends.
• Mentor and support less experienced engineers as needed.
• Perform 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 is a plus.
• HMI application programming knowledge is a plus.
• Strong understanding of control theory and its application.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.

Compensation

The approximate pay range for this position is $95,000 – $105,000. This range is a good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, background, knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.

Work Authorization Requirement

BW Papersystems is unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future. Only candidates who are legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis will be considered.

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.

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

Company

BW Papersystems