Project Lead (ControlTech Automation)

About Us:

BW Design Group is a fully integrated architecture, engineering, construction, system integration, and consulting firm committed to helping our clients realize their most critical goals from Strategy to Commercialization. As the only firm born from a manufacturing technology company to become an independent and fully integrated firm, we combine deep domain expertise in the manufacturing environment with an approach that is built to serve the dynamic needs of our clients. Rooted in our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership, we cultivate the leaders who will define tomorrow and partner with our clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology industries to build the future of manufacturing and technology.

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:

Who You’ll Work With

AS AN INDEPENDENT DIVISION WITHIN BARRY-WEHMILLER DESIGN GROUP, INC., CONTROLTECH AUTOMATION (CTA) IS A CONTROL PANEL INTEGRATOR AND FABRICATOR FOR PROCESS, PACKAGING, UTILITY, AND OTHER INDUSTRIES. CTA IS BASED IN ST. LOUIS AND SPECIALIZES IN CONTROL PANELS FOR SYSTEMS INTEGRATORS AND PRODUCTION FACILITIES LOCATED THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES. CTA CAN PROVIDE CONTROL SOLUTIONS FOR A SINGLE PIECE OF EQUIPMENT, AN ENTIRE PROCESS, OR A COMPLETE PLANT. CTA HAS ENGINEERING DESIGN CAPABILITIES OR WILL BUILD PANELS FROM CUSTOMER-SUPPLIED DESIGN PACKAGES.

WHAT YOU’LL BE A PART OF
AS A PROJECT LEAD AT CTA, YOU’LL WORK ALONGSIDE INDUSTRY EXPERTS AND TECHNICAL SPECIALISTS TO DELIVER HIGH-QUALITY SOLUTIONS TO OUR CLIENTS. YOU’LL COLLABORATE ACROSS ENGINEERING, SALES, AND MANUFACTURING, TAKING OWNERSHIP OF PROJECTS THAT DRIVE PERFORMANCE AND INNOVATION IN INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Serve as a key liaison between Engineering, Sales, Operations, and Manufacturing.
• Manage project flow, from order release to parts procurement and final shipment.
• Track project milestones, mitigate risks, and ensure timelines are met.
• Identify and resolve part shortages and long lead items.
• Oversee internal project systems (EMS and new platforms in development).
• Coordinate with clients and distributors for scheduling and logistics.
• Support quoting efforts by identifying alternate components to improve delivery, cost, and design.
• Assist in maintaining up-to-date project plans and purchasing records.
• Prioritize daily activities based on production timelines and project demands.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Associate degree in business or a technical field (or 3+ years equivalent experience).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in industrial automation or control panel fabrication.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and general computer literacy.
• A proactive, goal-oriented mindset with attention to detail.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Occasional regional travel may be required to support project needs.

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.

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