Electrical Controls Engineering Co-Op

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:

BW Flexible Systems, a division of Barry-Wehmiller, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Electrical Controls Engineering Co-Op for 2025. This Co-Op offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience working on automation, electrical design, and controls integration projects within a manufacturing environment. You will work alongside experienced engineers to contribute to meaningful, real-world projects involving advanced machinery.

Term:
Two terms are available:

• January – June 2025
• June – December 2025

Location:
BW Flexible Systems in Brooklyn Park, MN

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design, development, and testing of electrical and control systems for automated machinery and production processes.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to develop and modify control logic, PLC programming, HMI/SCADA interfaces, and electrical schematics.
• Document system designs, wiring diagrams, specifications, and user manuals for electrical and control systems.
• Participate in troubleshooting and debugging electrical and control system issues, identifying problems and contributing to their resolution.
• Work with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, and software engineers, to ensure smooth system integration.
• Support the installation, commissioning, and optimization of control systems, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operation.
• Contribute innovative ideas to improve system performance, efficiency, and design, driving continuous improvement.
• Stay current on industry trends, technologies, and best practices related to electrical controls engineering.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of college coursework completed inElectrical Engineering,or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems, PLC programming, control systems, wiring, and circuitry is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

This Co-Op offers a valuable opportunity to develop your technical skills in controls engineering, with exposure to real-world projects in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

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.​

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.

Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.

Company:

BW Flexible Systems