Entry Level Automation & Controls Engineer (Start Summer/Fall 2026)

Position Overview

BW Design Group and Barry‐Wehmiller are industry leaders in manufacturing, engineering, and technology. As an Entry Level Controls Engineer, you will join one of our 45 US offices and work with over 1500 dedicated professionals. In this role, you will help design, program, and troubleshoot packaging machinery control systems, work directly with top clients, and be part of a team committed to excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply your knowledge of programming methods, electrical design, and engineering problem solving to modern manufacturing practices.
• Design, program, and troubleshoot packaging machinery and line control systems.
• Travel to top clients nationwide to assist in manufacturing process design, project management, and facility development.
• Conduct yourself with integrity in the pursuit of individual and business goals.
• Expand your technical abilities as a valued member of our team.
• Create user applications to monitor and control production and ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Design control systems that provide instantaneous feedback throughout the production life cycle.
• Design electrical control panels.
• Develop industrial controller (PLC) programs and human machine interfaces (HMIs).
• Support Barry‐Wehmiller Design Group project teams and strengthen client relationships.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to simultaneously organize and execute multiple project responsibilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with management, clients, and vendors.
• A willingness to travel for project requirements including installation, start-up activities, trainings, and industry seminars.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or an equivalent technical degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Co-op or project experience with electrical engineering and PLC automation applications.
• Co-op or project experience with pharmaceutical, consumer products, and high-speed environments.

Benefits & Perks

• Access to professional development programs including our First Year Experience program and Individual Development Plans.
• A collaborative, people-centric work environment grounded in Truly Human Leadership.
• Opportunities to work on innovative projects, industry events, and gain mentorship from experienced leaders.
• A highly flexible career path designed to support your growth and success.