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Senior Engineer - Electrical

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The Senior Electrical Engineer will develop electrical designs, support production/testing, and handle documentation for various industrial machinery projects.
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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:

Dear Professional

Join Us. Build a Better World Through Business.

At Barry-Wehmiller Companies, we believe business can be a powerful force for good. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, we are a global leader in manufacturing technology and services. Since our founding in 1885 as a maker of brewing machinery, we’ve grown through the acquisition of more than 80 companies, serving industries such as packaging, paper converting, sheeting, corrugating, engineering, and IT consulting. In 2016, we ranked No. 10 on the St. Louis Business Journal list of the city’s Top 150 Privately Held Companies.

What truly sets us apart is our culture—rooted in Truly Human Leadership, a philosophy that prioritizes the well-being and growth of every individual. We measure success by the way we touch lives, not just by financial results.

In India, Barry-Wehmiller operates as a hub of innovation and collaboration through our Global Competency Center (GCC) and other strategic functions. The GCC houses centers of excellence in engineering, content management, sourcing, software development, global IT operations, and shared financial services—providing critical support to Barry-Wehmiller divisions worldwide.

Our culture is built on:

  • Ownership – Drive features end-to-end, from design to deployment.

  • Flexibility – A friendly, results-oriented environment that respects your time.

  • Empowerment – Your ideas matter, and your work creates visible impact.

  • Learning and Growth – Tackle complex challenges alongside passionate peers, with continuous support for your development.

Career Development and Global Exposure
At Barry-Wehmiller, your growth is our priority. You’ll have access to world-class learning programs, leadership development opportunities, and mentorship from industry experts. Our global footprint means you’ll collaborate with teams across continents, gaining exposure to diverse markets, cutting-edge technologies, and best practices from around the world. Whether you aspire to deepen your technical expertise or take on leadership roles, we provide the resources and support to help you thrive. 

If you’re ready to bring your best thinking to a high-impact, future-focused environment—where long-term stability meets start-up agility—and be part of a company that cares deeply about people, we’d love to hear from you.

 Job description:        

          

Experienced Electrical Engineer adept at Electrical Design, BOM release, Production and Testing Support for Industrial Machineries and Equipment such as Medical Equipment, Printing, Packaging, Converting, Textile and Paper machineries and discrete product machineries.

Electrical Engineer will be responsible for developing electrical design, drawings and Bill of Materials based on customer requirements and participate in concept, design, production, testing, safety, installation, commissioning and troubleshooting reviews with customer.


Technical skills:

•       Experience in calculation and selection of Motors, Drives, AC Load calculations, low and medium voltage switchgear systems, including related protective devices and relays, cables, electrical components, field devices and associated accessories based upon application & design standards.

•       Experience in handling of low and medium voltage motor control systems (MCC), including solid state systems

•       Experience in industrial control and protection schemes as they apply to electrical distribution systems, motor controls and electrical systems

•       Hands on experience in preparation of single and three-line diagrams, panel IGA & OGA drawings, electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, design of cable trays & wireways and P&IDs based upon technical specifications and requirements of customer, preferably in Printing, Packaging and Converting Machines

•       Knowledge in the principles of operation and standard electrical maintenance practices as related to electrical switchgear, generators, transformers, and power distribution equipment

•       Knowledge of major OEM motors & emergency standby generators, uninterruptable power supplies, motor controls, generator controls, transformers, and related protective relays

•       Knowledge of materials, components and equipment used in all aspects of electrical installations

•       Familiar with electrical safety practices and procedures including NFPA70E and OSHA regulations

•       Knowledge of UL508A, IEC, NEMA, British (BS), European, IS, NEC IEEE and other standards

•       Experience in designing and testing of Safety Interlocks in compliance with safety standards based on customer requirements

•       Experience in creating symbols, assigning metadata to fields, creating macros, 3D macros and Drilling Patterns using SolidWorks Electrical.

•       Experience in creating and updating functional specifications of machines

•       Experience in replacement of obsolete electrical parts by maintaining Form, Fit and Functions of the existing design of the machines

•       Experience in performing risk assessment and preparing drawings and SRS documents

•       Knowledge in PLC programming and trouble shotting (not mandatory but an added advantage if available)


Mandatory Tool Skills:

•       SolidWorks Electrical (Latest version preferred)

•       MS Office applications (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

 

Soft Skills:

•       Excellent Verbal and Written communication skills in English

•       Strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with client team

•       Logical and systematic problem-solving skills

•       Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities

•       Experience in conflict management and resolution

•       Teamworking skills with ability to work on his own

•       Time management and organizational skills

•       Attention to detail


Education and Experience:

·       Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

·       Minimum of 8+ years of experience in Industrial Machineries/Equipment and discrete product machinery

·       Experience in Medical equipment, Printing, Packaging and Converting Machines OEM is preferrable.


Travel:

·       May need to travel up to10% each year based on requirements.

 

Key Result Areas:

·       Ability to study, understand existing machine functions.

·       Excellent CAD tool skills, experienced in using SolidWorks Electrical CAD software.

·       Good documentation preparation and maintenance skills.

·       Effort and Schedule adherence with error free deliverables, less of oversight for delivering results.

·       Good problem-solving skills with technical issues in machine function.

·       Plans and conduct work requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection, and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.



 

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.


 


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