Entry Level Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Barry-Wehmiller Companies Inc.; Carrollton (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BW Design Group seeks an instrumentation and controls engineer to design and implement PLC/SCADA solutions across manufacturing sectors, collaborating with engineers and clients to ensure reliable, safe process control.

You will develop control system designs, documentation, and optimization strategies while supporting project delivery and client satisfaction. BS in engineering and PLC experience required; Rockwell familiarity preferred and some travel may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in an engineering field relevant to controls and instrumentation.
• Experience with PLC programming, automation, instrumentation, or process control.
• Understanding of process systems, instrumentation, wiring diagrams, and network concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design control systems for manufacturing clients in food & beverage, consumer health, life sciences, or advanced technology sectors.
• Support control systems and PLC/SCADA interfaces to meet safety and optimization requirements.
• Conduct system and facility engineering assessments to support project planning and execution.
• Develop engineering solutions for equipment optimization and process improvement.
• Design systems that monitor and control process variables (pressure, temperature, humidity, flow).
• Assist in root cause analysis and identify practical control system improvements.
• Document requirements for instrumentation equipment and related control components.
• Collaborate with design teams and client representatives for coordinated project delivery.

Skills

PLC programming

Automation

Instrumentation

Process control

Electrical diagrams

Education

Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering

Bachelor of Science in chemical engineering

Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering

Bachelor of Science in computer engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation

P&IDs diagrams

Job description

About Us

BW Design Group is a fully integrated architecture, engineering, construction, system integration, and consulting firm committed to helping our clients realize their most critical goals from Strategy to Commercialization. As the only firm born from a manufacturing technology company to become an independent and fully integrated firm, we combine deep domain expertise in the manufacturing environment with an approach that is built to serve the dynamic needs of our clients. Rooted in our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership, we cultivate the leaders who will define tomorrow and partner with our clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology industries to build the future of manufacturing and technology. 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.

Who You'll Work With

At Design Group, you'll collaborate with experienced leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to solve complex challenges for some of the world's leading companies. You'll join a growing team of more than 1,500 professionals across 45 U.S. offices where you'll be empowered to make an impact, develop your expertise, and grow your career.

What You'll Do

In this role, you'll be responsible for supporting instrumentation and controls engineering solutions for clients in food and beverage, consumer health, life science, and advanced technology sectors. You'll work closely with controls engineers, project teams, technical specialists, and client representatives to design, document, and support PLC, SCADA, instrumentation, and process control systems. This position plays an important role in helping clients improve safety, reliability, and performance while giving you hands‑on experience with complex control system applications.

• Develop and design control systems for manufacturing clients in food and beverage, consumer health, life science, or advanced technology sectors
• Support engineering solutions for control systems and PLC or SCADA interface systems that meet client safety and optimization requirements
• Conduct system and facility engineering job walk assessments to support project planning and execution
• Develop engineering solutions for equipment optimization and process improvement
• Design systems that monitor and control process variables such as pressure, temperature, humidity, and flow in manufacturing environments
• Support root cause failure analysis and assist in identifying practical control system improvements
• Document process requirements for instrumentation equipment and related control system components
• Interface with engineering design team members and client representatives to support coordinated project delivery
• Build technical experience with process systems, instrumentation, device selection, networking concepts, and electrical or process diagrams
• Strengthen client and team relationships through responsive project support and consistent technical execution

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in electrical engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, or an equivalent technical degree
• Academic, internship, co‑op, or project experience with PLC programming, automation, instrumentation, process control, or related engineering applications
• Fundamental understanding of process systems, instrumentation, device selection, networking concepts, and electrical or process diagrams, including P&IDs or wiring diagrams
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and execute multiple project responsibilities simultaneously
• Ability to travel for project requirements, including installation, start‑up activities, meetings, trainings, and industry seminars

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to Rockwell Automation hardware and software or similar industrial control platforms
• Familiarity with mechanical, electrical, and process systems through coursework, laboratory experience, or academic projects
• EIT certification

Compensation

The approximate pay range for this position is $XX,XXX–$XX,XXX. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as geographic location of the position.

The approximate pay range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as geographic location of the position.

Company

Design Group Throughout Barry-Wehmiller, we hold ourselves to a unique measure of success: by the way we touch the lives of people. It’s that vision that drives us in creating world‑class experiences and solutions for our customers and unites us around our common goal- to use the power of our business to build a better world.

Additional Information

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.