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About Us: 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: About Barry Wehmiller: - Barry Wehmiller Companies is a global supplier of manufacturing technology and services based in St. Louis Missouri. Although it was founded in 1885 as a maker of machinery for the brewing industry, since 1987 Barry-Wehmiller has acquired more than 80 companies that provide equipment and services for a variety of industries: packaging, paper converting, sheeting, corrugating, engineering, and IT consulting. In 2016 it was ranked no. 10 on the St. Louis Business Journal's list of the city's Top 150 Privately Held Companies. We believe our culture differentiates us from other firms. In India, Barry-Wehmiller operates as a hub of innovation and collaboration, housing our Global Competency Center (GCC) and other strategic functions. The GCC, based in Chennai, is an Engineering Center of Excellence that supports all Barry-Wehmiller divisions globally. The center focuses on areas such as design and development in mechanical, electrical, and controls engineering, software development, and additive manufacturing. We believe in: - Ownership Youll drive features end-to-end, from design to deployment. - Flexibility A friendly, results-oriented culture that respects your time. - Empowerment Your insights are valued, and your work makes a visible difference. - Learning & Growth Youll work on complex challenges with smart, passionate peersand have the support to level up continually. If youre ready to bring your best thinking to the table and grow in a high-impact, future-focused environment, wed love to hear from you. Job Description: As a Senior Controls Software Engineer will have overall responsibility of developing and managing software for control systems, particularly in industrial settings. Responsibilities typically include designing and implementing controls software, collaborating with end users to enhance applications, and participating in the full lifecycle of project development from blueprinting to deployment. Proficiency in PLC programming, understanding of HMI/SCADA development, and strong experience with anyone of Siemens / AB Rockwell / Beckhoff / B&R; / Sigmatek software or combination are often required. This role may also involve code review and troubleshooting to ensure optimal system performance. Essential duties and responsibilities : - Design clean-sheet automation systems from concept through production. Key responsibilities include: - Translate Customers Requirement into Design Specification, Evaluate Design Feasibility and Provide Technical Expertise to Meet Customers Request. - Design and develop electrical systems for custom automation solutions, ensuring optimal functionality, efficiency, and reliability. - Program and configure PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), Robotics, safety systems devices, vision systems, and other control devices to ensure precise control and monitoring of automation processes. - Conduct thorough testing and validation of control systems to identify and rectify any issues, ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards. - Provide technical support and expertise during the installation, commissioning, and maintenance phases of custom automation projects. - Program devices like motors, drives, actuators, robots, vision systems, sensors, servo controls, etc as applicable. - Responsible for full system programming, testing, debugging, commissioning, installation, service, and upgrades. - Perform Design Reviews with Internal & External Customers. - Create and Review Detailed Bill of Materials for Accuracy (Quantities, Part #s, Etc.). - Maintain Schedule Milestones. - Achieve Cost Targets Through Effective Design. - Stay Up to Date with Leading Edge Technology. - Contribute to Continuous Improvement Efforts Across Entire Organization. Requirements and Experience: - Over 8+ years of hands-on experience in designing, programming, and implementing control systems for custom automation projects. - Extensive experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers and software developers, to integrate control systems seamlessly into automation projects. - Strong understanding of custom automation requirements, with the ability to tailor solutions to meet the unique needs of clients. - Excellent documentation skills, including the creation of control system architecture diagrams, wiring schematics, and user manuals. .
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.