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 Youâll Work With
You will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1500 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world-class professional consultant and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables you to realize your own success and fulfillment.
When you join Design Group as a Senior Electrical Engineer, PE, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. In this role, you will work with a team of industry experts to help the worldâs leading companies solve their most difficult problems. You will join our Architecture/Engineering Practice and partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver the highest quality solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy.
What Youâll Do
We are seeking a talented Licensed Electrical Engineer who thrives not only in designing full electrical systems, including power, lighting, etc. for large, complex manufacturing facility buildings but also values strong mentorship and leadership.
You'll be joining a firm that meticulously evaluates each project before engagement, ensuring we have the right capacity, skillsets, and licenses. Our environment is crafted to avoid throwing new engineers into the deep end, with a focus on nurturing through strong mentorship. The ideal candidate should have a good understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and experience in power distribution, load flow analysis, low voltage, (medium voltage a plus), and lighting design.
As a pivotal member of our team, you'll be instrumental in creating and implementing state-of-the-art electrical design solutions, elevating the standards of manufacturing plant efficiency and safety for our manufacturing clients in the food, beverage, and consumer packaged goods sectors. We offer multiple career tracks for advancement, including a technical track, ensuring that your career growth is aligned with your strengths and preferences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Project Leadership and Management: Take charge of large-scale, complex electrical engineering projects from conception to completion. This involves strategic planning, resource allocation, risk management, and ensuring that projects are delivered within scope, time, and budget constraints. As a seasoned professional, you will also play a key role in making critical decisions that affect the overall direction and success of the projects.
- Technical Innovation and Advanced Problem Solving: Lead the research and implementation of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies in electrical engineering. This includes developing innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges, staying abreast of the latest industry trends, and applying advanced problem-solving skills to enhance the technical capabilities of the organization.
- Organizational Leadership and Influence: Act as a senior representative of the electrical engineering team in cross-departmental initiatives, contributing to organizational strategy and decision-making. This role involves influencing company policies and procedures related to engineering practices, fostering a culture of excellence, and representing the company's engineering interests in external forums, conferences, and professional bodies.
- Electrical Design Leadership: Spearhead electrical design projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and integrating power, lighting, and other systems seamlessly.
- NEC Mastery: Apply an in-depth knowledge of the National Electrical Code to craft designs that meet the utmost safety and quality benchmarks.
- Advanced Power Distribution: Design robust power distribution systems, skilled in both low and medium voltage applications, tailored to the specific needs of cutting-edge manufacturing plants.
- Expert Load Flow Analysis: Optimize power distribution through precise load flow analysis, enhancing energy efficiency.
- Innovative Lighting Design: Craft lighting solutions that boost safety, productivity, and energy conservation.
- Collaborative Facilities Design: Engage in multidisciplinary projects, offering your electrical engineering expertise to forge comprehensive solutions.
- Software Proficiency: Utilize leading software like Easy Power, REVIT, and AutoCAD for sophisticated modeling and simulation.
- Client Interaction: Directly collaborate with clients to align our electrical solutions with their unique objectives.
- Leadership in Team Dynamics: Play a pivotal role in leading project teams, demonstrating exceptional management skills. You will be responsible for guiding team efforts towards successful project completion, ensuring that timelines, quality standards, and client expectations are met or exceeded.
- Mentorship and Professional Development: Act as a mentor to junior engineers and other team members, providing guidance and support in their professional growth. Share your expertise and insights in electrical engineering, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement within the team.
- Coaching and Knowledge Sharing: Engage in active coaching of junior team members, facilitating their technical skill development and problem-solving capabilities. Lead by example in knowledge sharing sessions, workshops, and regular team meetings, promoting a collaborative and innovative work environment.
What Youâll Bring
- Professional Engineering License (PE): A testament to your expertise and dedication.
- 10+ Years of Relevant Experience: Proven track record in electrical engineering, particularly in the food, beverage, or consumer packaged goods sectors.
- NEC Proficiency: A strong grasp of the NEC, ensuring compliance in all designs.
- Power Distribution Expertise: Skilled in low and medium voltage systems.
- Load Flow Analysis Experience: Demonstrated ability in optimizing electrical systems.
- Lighting Design Knowledge: Proficiency in industrial lighting solutions.
- Multi-Discipline Design Exposure: Experience in integrated facilities design.
- Software Skills: Proficiency in Easy Power, REVIT, and AutoCAD.
- Exceptional Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
- Willingness to Travel: For installations, meetings, training, and industry events.
- Educational Background: A Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
Our culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our model and entrepreneurial mindset offer a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path. As a Senior Electrical Engineer, PE, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorships including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world-class engineer and a highly effective leader.
Feel like you're on the path to becoming a Senior Electrical Engineer, PE, but you're not quite there yet? We'd love to connect with you to see if we can take you from where you are today and grow you into a Design Group Engineering Consultant.
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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 workâtherefore, people from all backgrounds are encou