Controls Engineering Leader – Corrugated Value Stream

Barry-Wehmiller

. Lead Controls Engineers for Corrugated new equipment and upgrades .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading controls engineering teams, developing machine control algorithms, and managing product development projects for corrugated equipment. Proficient in electrical and software schematic revisions, technical systems integration, and maintaining customer relationships.

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Controls Engineering LeadershipMachine Control Algorithms DevelopmentElectrical Equipment DesignTechnical Systems IntegrationCustomer Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

PLC ProgrammingHMI DevelopmentElectrical Schematic InterpretationControl Algorithms ProficiencyElectromechanical SkillsIndustrial AutomationLean Manufacturing TechniquesSoftware Revision ControlTechnical Problem SolvingManufacturing Environment Experience

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsMentoring and Team DevelopmentIndependent Problem SolvingAbility to Manage Deadlines

Tools & Technologies

PCsPLCsHMIsCamerasMotorsDrivesIndustrial NetworksSafety CodesControl-System ArchitecturesDebugging Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringMaster’s Degree PreferredCurrent Engineering License in Wisconsin Preferred

Industry Keywords

Corrugated EquipmentManufacturing PoliciesFinancial ForecastingProduct Safety ManagementHazard and Risk AssessmentGlobal Engineering CollaborationProduct Launch InitiativesCustomer InstallationsE-Verify Employment AuthorizationPre-Employment Screening

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Controls Engineers for Corrugated new equipment and upgrades
Mentor, lead, and support team member development
Plan, create, and execute succession planning
Lead controls engineering teams in developing new products and features for corrugated equipment
Direct the design and development of electrical equipment, including PCs, PLCs, HMIs, cameras, motors, and drives
Lead development of machine control algorithms and reusable control-system architectures
Determine programming standards, objectives, and requirements
Maintain control of software and electrical schematic revisions
Develop and maintain machine operations software and debugging and maintenance software
Collaborate with sales, customers, field service, and other departments on engineering and functional system specifications
Establish goals, priorities, and activities for product development projects and product launch deadlines
Assist in setting the strategic direction for the corrugated product line
Participate in strategic business plan meetings and market requirement events
Contribute to Corrugated Software and Controls product leadership and strategy
Support global engineering collaboration and product development initiatives
Analyze customer control-system malfunctions and meet customer expectations
Travel to customer installations and provide high-level technical assistance
Work with Sales, Field Service, and Operations to resolve urgent technical problems
Advocate for product safety management processes and understand code compliance requirements
Lead hazard and risk assessment design reviews
Initiate and drive product launches from a software perspective
Lead engineering process improvement initiatives
Report to the VP of Global Engineering - Corrugated

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering required
Master’s degree preferred
Current engineering license in Wisconsin preferred
Minimum of 10 years of experience in a design or research & development environment
Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Advanced ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical assembly layouts
Technical systems integration and interface with OEM software/controls suppliers
Experience with PCs, PLCs, HMIs, cameras, motors, and drives (servo, VFD, stepper)
Proficiency in control algorithms for speed, temperature, moisture, web tension, steam, starch, safety, industrial networking, order sequencing, and advanced web tracking
Knowledge of software and electrical schematic revision control
Proficient in PLC and HMI controls, industrial automation, drives, safety codes, and industrial networks including CRA standards
Strong electromechanical skills including hydraulics, pneumatics, steam systems, conveyor systems, motors, and mechanical linkages
Knowledge of manufacturing policies and practices and experience in Lean techniques
Experience participating in financial forecasting and budgeting processes
Ability to work in customers’ facilities and manage customer relationships
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to independently solve problems and manage varied duties, deadlines, and urgent business needs
Must be capable of travel to customer installations and providing high-level technical assistance
E-Verify employment authorization process applies
Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening

Benefits

Comp & perks

Travel approximately 30% of the time, which may include international travel
Reasonable accommodations during the interview process
Equal opportunity employment
Pre-employment screening may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments