Entry-Level Controls Engineer

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:

As an Entry-Level Controls Engineer, you will play a key support role in the design, programming, and commissioning of automated equipment used in industrial manufacturing processes. Working under the guidance of experienced engineers, you will contribute to the development and implementation of control systems—including PLC programming, motion control logic, and system architecture design.

This is an excellent opportunity for a new or early-career engineer looking to gain hands-on experience across the full lifecycle of controls engineering projects.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in the design and development of control systems to automate industrial equipment and processes.

• Support the implementation of control algorithms using PLCs, motion control logic, and high-level programming languages.

• Help structure and maintain software data files, HMI formatting, and communication protocols.

• Prepare engineering documentation including schematics, panel layouts, bills of material, and other project deliverables.

• Assist with testing, debugging, and system integration during machine assembly and installation.

• Participate in customer site visits to support system commissioning and startup.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, mechanical engineering, and service to meet customer requirements.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related discipline

• Internship, co-op, or up to 2 years of experience in a controls or automation environment (academic or professional)

• Familiarity with PLC platforms such as Allen Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff, or B&R

• Understanding of control and instrumentation principles, motion control, and system integration

• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams

• Strong problem-solving skills, curiosity, and eagerness to learn

• Willingness to travel up to 50% for customer support and system commissioning

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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