Automation Engineer - Innovation

About Us:

BW Flexible Systems is a global manufacturer of packaging systems that fill and bag thousands of food and non-food products. Our packaging systems are designed and manufactured to maximize the efficiency and lifetime value of our customers’ packaging lines. Our range of machinery includes form-fill-seal, feeding, bag filling and sealing, pouch-making equipment, flow-wrap, reclosable packaging solutions, palletizing, stretch-wrapping and more.

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:

The Automation Engineer works collaboratively across the organization and performs a wide variety of duties including creation, modification, and implementation of technical specification documents, machinery software around PLC, HMI, motion controllers, data collection and communication devices with a detailed emphasis on programming PLC ladder logic and design of Ethernet networks.

Actively engages in our Lean journey by building and acting on continuous improvement and development opportunities. 

The development of innovative solutions to design bottlenecks as and when identified. Focused effort on upholding the company's "right-first time" approach.

Maintain project files, change control.

• Work collaboratively with internal and external Subject Matter Experts to develop technical specifications ,HDS, FDS, SDS and test protocols.
• Create, develop, and implement software used in the development and maintenance of company products, machinery and related equipment.
• Implement suitable test protocols and plans to ensure all new software satisfies specifications striving for "right-first time".
• Update existing and develop new, advanced electrical control software and systems for vertical packaging, flow wrapping, bag filling, and palletizing machinery and product feed systems. 
• Integrate BWFS packaging equipment with other OEM equipment, creating complete end-of-line packaging solutions. 
• Maintain project change control systems & files following any changes or testing.
• Use available, primarily Rockwell, control hardware and software components for machine functionality, safety and motion.
• Work with internal and external teams to develop and manage systems for machine data collection, storage, visualization and communication to other systems. Work with varying transmission methods of data both local and remote, also be able to work with visualization and analytics software. 
• Work collaboratively to develop, maintain and implement current and future IoT solutions related to smart machine functionality and technologies for both new and used equipment.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive program documentation for diagnostics, information systems, data collection and communication with other peripheral equipment.
• Act as a high-level specialist, providing guidance in a team environment to production assembly, service, engineering teams and system suppliers to furnish information and documentation about software controls; perform check-out and correction of control system software as needed.
• Interface directly with internal and external customers to analyze control system malfunctions and collaborate to meet both current and future customer expectations and specifications.
• Remain current and proactively monitor and identify the latest industry developments and innovative technologies to move our product portfolio forward.
• Perform complex troubleshooting/diagnostics in plant, or remotely, in partnership with internal and external customers.
• May assist in or provide direction for production of system operation manuals and diagnostic aids for internal and external customers.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation and Controls or a related technical field, from an accredited college or university.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 2 years of controls software design and PLC/HMI code development with an emphasis on motion control, safety and HMI design. 

• A history of increasingly complex machine and/or system control using a variety of off-the-shelf logic and motion control products, industrial PC, and Programmable Logic Controllers.
• Experience using Rockwell control products would be beneficial.
• Ability to advance multiple projects concurrently.

• Strong communication skills with ability to successfully work across all levels of the organization.
• Excellent analytical abilities with a methodical approach to problem-solving
• People-centric approach to daily business tasks and interactions. 

OTHER:

• Cohesive and inclusive team member.
• Constant innovator and solutions provider.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Ability to travel, which includes internationally – up to 25% travel.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and a passport.
• Excellent spoken and written English

• Experience with IoT, Smart Machine technologies and industrial PCs.
• Experience with parts ordering and inventory tracking systems, such as MAPICS or SAP.
• Ability to successfully partner with and manage outside resources when needed to supplement in-house skill sets around new technologies and commercial development.
• Experience with various system communication protocols.
• Apply ingenuity in programming, hardware/software integration and systems diagnostics to support machine-based control systems.
• Able to work with, develop and implement IoT solutions and smart machine functionality for new and used equipment. 
• Demonstrated ability to apply a disciplined, structured approach to design in areas such as research and preparing specifications, developing and testing prototype controls, industrial control panel design and integrated systems, process documentation, drawing wiring schematics, preparing software documentation, assisting troubleshooting assembly and start-up issues, both in our facility and at the customer location. 
• Demonstrated ability to understand strategic goals and implement technical solutions to achieve these goals.
• Prepared to take on additional challenges as and when they develop.
• Italian language skill would be beneficial

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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 Flexible Systems