Senior Engineer - Controls

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About Barry Wehmiller :-

packaging, paper converting, sheeting, corrugating, engineering, and IT consulting

The GCC, based in Chennai, is an Engineering Center of Excellence that supports all Barry Wehmiller divisions globally.

What is in for you ?

This role is more than just a job. Its an opportunity to be part of a global team that values people excellence, innovative solutions, and operational excellence. Barry Wehmiller provides a unique environment where you can grow your skills, work on impactful projects, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. In addition, we are deeply committed to your personal and professional growth, fostering a culture that helps you achieve your full potential.

We offer a culture that values autonomy, ownership, and flexibility. Youll have the freedom to experiment, influence product decisions, and see your work throughfrom idea to delivery. Our teams are collaborative, agile, and outcome driven, with trust placed in every individual to make a meaningful impact.

We believe in:

• Ownership – You’ll drive features end-to-end, from design to deployment.
• Flexibility – A friendly, results-oriented culture that respects your time.
• Empowerment – Your insights are valued, and your work makes a visible difference.
• Learning & Growth – You’ll work on complex challenges with smart, passionate peers—and have the support to level up continually.

Jetter PLC language / Visual C++ / C#

Job Responsibilities:

• Design and develop electrical systems for comprehensive and leading-edge equipment for balloon production, catheter manufacturing, coating and testing for the medical device, ensuring optimal functionality, efficiency, and reliability.

• Program and configure PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces)

  , Robotics, safety systems devices, vision systems, and other control devices to ensure precise control and monitoring of automation processes.
• Conduct thorough testing and validation of control systems to identify and rectify any issues, ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Provide technical support and expertise during the installation, commissioning, and maintenance phases of custom automation projects.
• Source and program motors, drives, actuators, robots, vision systems, sensors, servo controls, etc.
• Responsible for full system programming, testing, debugging, commissioning, installation, service, and upgrades.
• Execute complete electrical designs, create professional electrical schematics and panel layouts.
• Perform Design Reviews with Internal & External Customers.
• Create and Review Detailed Bill of Materials for Accuracy (Quantities, Part #’s, Etc.).
• Maintain Schedule Milestones.
• Update and Revise Drawings as Required.
• Achieve Cost Targets Through Effective Design.
• Identify Potential High-Risk Areas During Initial Project Quoting Process.
• Provide Support to Operations During Build, Test & Evaluation.
• Stay Up to Date with Leading Edge Technology.
• Assist with Sales Calls.
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement Efforts Across Entire Organization.

Requirements and Experience:

• Over 10+ years of hands-on experience in designing, programming, and implementing control systems for custom automation projects.
• Extensive experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers and software developers, to integrate control systems seamlessly into automation projects.
• Strong understanding of custom automation requirements, with the ability to tailor solutions to meet the unique needs of clients.
• Excellent documentation skills, including the creation of control system architecture diagrams, wiring schematics, and user manuals.
• Ability to provide technical support and expertise during installation, commissioning, and maintenance phases of custom automation projects.
• Proficient in programming

  Jetter PLCs/ Structured Text

  , and other control devices to achieve precise control and monitoring of automation processes.
• System level approach to the complete machine program with a high focus on recovery from start to finish.
• Experience in robotics, automation systems, vision systems, proximity and photo sensors, servo controls, etc.
• Competent skills with PC’s, networking, device communications, integration, and design.
• Working knowledge of

  SolidWorks Electrical

  .
• Comprehensive knowledge of electrical component selection and panel layout design
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for working with customers and team members. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees, management, customers, and general public.
• Strong Knowledge in Commercial Components & Supporting Partners.
• Excellent Project Management and Analytical Skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Seeking candidates for the position with expertise in control software, particularly with a focus on Allen Bradley. Experience with Allen Bradley is essential for this role.
• Must be Responsible, Self-Driven, Self-Motivated, and Able to Work Independently.

Mandatory Tool Skills:

• Jetter PLC (STX IEC 61131-3 standard)

  or

  V++

  or

  C#

  higher level languages.
• Prefer SolidWorks Electrical
• MS Office applications (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

Education and Training Requirements:

• Bachelor of Engineering – Electronics & Communication Engineering or Instrumentation and controls / Engineering preferred and 10+ years equivalent experience in industrial automation, Controls development and commissioning.

Travel:

• Occasional domestic and/or global travel may be required for this position up to 20%