Controls and Automation Manager

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Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England
Senior level
Design
The Role
The Controls and Automation Manager will lead and mentor a team of Controls Engineers, oversee their performance, and ensure engineering standards are met. Responsibilities include creating SOPs, developing specifications and software for PLCs and HMIs, programming control systems, and supporting internal and customer processes. Flexibility for local and international travel is required for commissioning and troubleshooting.
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About Us:

At BW Integrated Systems, we are at the forefront of the industry when it comes to designing and manufacturing cutting-edge solutions for end-of-line packaging equipment, labeling and converting, packaging automation, and systems integration. With a global presence encompassing nine manufacturing facilities and a team of over 800 experts, we are proud to be a trusted partner for our customers around the world, with installations spanning more than 50 countries. Our extensive range of products and service network offers innovative technology and unparalleled technical support for manufacturing companies operating in various global market segments. From food and beverage to pharmaceuticals, household goods, automotive, and more, we cater to diverse industries such as container manufacturing, wine and spirits, consumer product packaging, converting, paper, and beyond. With decades of experience, our packaging professionals excel in providing efficient solutions in areas such as robotic applications, packaging line design, integrated systems, palletizers and depalletizers, automated can-end and product-handling equipment, cartoning, case and tray packing and forming, as well as a wide range of labeling solutions including pressure sensitive, roll-fed, and shrink-sleeve options. Additionally, we specialize in converting and finishing solutions, advanced conveyance technology and controls, unwrappers, and destrappers.


 

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 Integrated Systems (BWIS) is part of a +$3m global organisation and an industry leader in the design and manufacture of end-of-line packaging equipment, robotic automation solutions, and the execution of integrated packaging systems.

A primary focus of the company is achieving people and performance in harmony. The position of Controls Team Leader offers the opportunity to both lead, mentor, coach and develop a team of Controls Engineers, while retaining the fulfilment gained from providing engineering solutions to our customers. Working with a wide range of control technologies across multiple product lines.

General responsibilities include:

  • Day to day leadership of a team of Controls Engineers

  • Management of their development and performance goals

  • Assigning tasks and monitoring progress

  • The creation, maintenance, and implementation of SOPs and best practices

  • Ensuring engineering content produced by the team meets our customers requirements and conforms to all relevant safety Directives and Harmonised Standards

  • Development of Functional, Detailed and Software Design Specifications from User Requirement Specifications

  • Development of software packages for PLCs (including safe PLCs) and HMIs – Allen-Bradley & Siemens

  • Program VFD, motion and servo control systems – Rockwell Powerflex, Bosch IndraDrive, Festo EMCA

  • The creation of customer documentation including operator instructions and SOPs

  • Participation in Internal and Customer PDI’s

  • Supporting other departments within the business

Ideally the role would require an individual with experience in people leadership and +5 years automation software design within the packaging or special purpose machinery sectors. Having an HNC/HND or higher qualification in engineering and a familiarity with the use of PackML in automated systems programming. Experience in robotic systems (KUKA / Fanuc) would also be advantageous but training can be provided. There may also be a need to start up, commission, and fault find equipment at our customers manufacturing facilities, therefore flexibility to travel locally and internationally, typically in 1-2 week blocks is required.

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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.


 


 

Company:

BW Integrated Systems

Top Skills

Hmi
Motion Control
Plc
Servo Control
Vfd
The Company
HQ: Saint Louis, MO
5,547 Employees
On-site Workplace

What We Do

We’re Building A Better World.

We’re more than just a successful capital equipment and engineering solutions firm. We’re an organization fiercely committed to improving the lives of our team members across the globe. By providing meaningful work in an environment of care and compassion, we send them home fulfilled by their time with us, rather than drained by it. We understand what every human being on the planet desires: to know that who they are and what they do matter. As a business, we have a unique opportunity to let them know that they do.

Through our Truly Human Leadership culture and personal growth initiatives, we help them become their best selves. And when we bring out their best, they give their best. To their work, their team members and friends, our customers and suppliers, the people in the communities in which they work and live, and--most important of all--to their families. And before you know it, a better job has helped build a better world!

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