Abteilung Information :
BW Converting Solutions ist eine strategische Allianz von Ressourcen und Dienstleistungen, die die folgenden sechs Barry-Wehmiller-Unternehmen zusammenbringt: Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC), Winkler + Dünnebier (W+D), STAX Technologies, Hudson-Sharp, Baldwin Technologies und Northern Engraving and Machine. Diese Branchenführer bieten bewährte Marken und innovative Technologien im Bereich Entwicklung, Herstellung und Wartung von Hochleistungs-Verarbeitungs- und Verpackungsmaschinen für die Gewebe-, Vliesstoff-, Hygiene-, Beutelverarbeitungs- sowie Versand- und Druckbranche an.
Barry-Wehmiller ist ein breitgefächerter globaler Anbieter von Lösungen für Engineering, Beratung und Fertigungstechnologien für Verpackungs-, Wellpappen- und Papierverarbeitungsindustrien. Die Kombination eines mitarbeiterorientierten Führungsstils mit operativen Strategien und nachhaltigem Wachstum ließ Barry-Wehmiller zu einem 3 Milliarden USD Unternehmen wachsen, dessen fast Mitarbeiter eine gemeinsame Vision haben: Building a Better World through Business.
Jobbeschreibung:
Position Summary
We are seeking a visionary and technically accomplished Global Director of Electrical, Controls & Embedded Systems Engineering to lead a global engineering function at the forefront of industrial automation. This is a high-impact, fast-paced leadership role responsible for driving the architecture, development, and integration of all electrical, firmware, controls, and software platforms across our complex manufacturing systems.
This role will directly manage 4 senior leaders and oversee a broader global engineering team of approximately 60 indirect reports. The successful candidate will possess a strong mix of technical depth, strategic leadership, and a passion for building, mentoring, and scaling high-performance teams across disciplines and geographies.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Development
* Lead, mentor, and inspire a global team of 60+ engineers across electrical design, embedded systems, PLC programming, and software platforms.
* Directly manage 4 senior-level reports and ensure alignment across global engineering functions.
* Develop and implement strategies for team growth, skill development, and succession planning to build sustainable engineering leadership pipelines.
* Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, accountability, and team health across all regions and disciplines.
* Champion personal and professional development through coaching, training plans, and performance feedback.
* Monitor and continuously improve team engagement, workload balance, and productivity across international sites.
Technical Leadership
* Provide hands-on technical guidance in:
* Embedded system and board-level design
* Firmware development in C/C++
* High-level application programming in Python and Java
* PLC and HMI programming using Siemens and Rockwell platforms
* Vision systems and sensor integration
* Define and maintain robust software and electrical architecture standards for scalability, modularity, and reuse.
* Ensure best practices in version control, documentation, system integration, and regulatory compliance.
Product & Platform Strategy
* Lead the development and execution of platform strategies for controls, data acquisition, and smart automation features.
* Integrate high- and low-level technologies to deliver reliable, intelligent, and cost-effective automation solutions.
* Partner cross-functionally with Product Management, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, and Field Service to support design-for-manufacturing, reliability, and serviceability goals.
Operational Excellence
* Drive continuous improvement in engineering quality, efficiency, and responsiveness.
* Oversee project resourcing, team utilization, and global coordination to ensure timely delivery of engineering outputs.
* Lead cost reduction, standardization, and lifecycle management initiatives across electrical and controls platforms.
* Ensure all products and processes comply with industry regulations (UL508A, CE, NFPA 79, etc.).
Qualifications
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
* 10+ years of engineering experience in automation, embedded systems, or capital equipment, with at least 5 years in multi-site or global leadership roles.
* Proven track record managing and developing large engineering teams (50+), including direct and matrixed reporting structures.
* Strong expertise in:
* Embedded C/C++ development and board-level hardware
* Higher-level software in Python and Java
* Siemens and Rockwell PLC/HMI platforms
* Vision systems, sensor integration, and industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, ProfNet)
* Deep understanding of engineering operations, configuration control, and product lifecycle processes.
* Strategic thinker with excellent people leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
* Experience with succession planning, mentoring, and scaling technical talent across geographic boundaries.
What We Offer
* Competitive executive compensation and benefits
* Strategic leadership opportunity with global scope and visibility
* High-impact role shaping the future of smart industrial equipment
* A collaborative, fast-moving culture focused on innovation, ownership, and continuous improvement
* Opportunities to build, develop, and lead a world-class engineering organization
If you're a strategic, hands-on engineering leader passionate about technology and team-building, and ready to lead at a global scale—join us in building the future of industrial automation.
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