Barry-Wehmiller

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Oversee the analysis and evaluation of financial results, trends, fluctuations, and ratios that will drive higher levels of financial performance, improvement initiatives, and growth.
• Assist in analyzing the financial impact of major business decisions and operational issues affecting the organization.
• Tell the story behind the numbers; determine what is driving current business performance and what is likely to predict future performance.
• Own the annual budget, rolling forecasts, and multiyear financial plans; analyze trends and variances; and provide forward looking financial insights to support strategic decision making.
• Lead the annual external audit; ensure accurate, compliant financial statements; maintain strong internal controls; and serve as primary liaison with auditors
• Manage banking and lending relationships; oversee cash flow and liquidity; negotiate credit facilities and financing arrangements; and ensure sufficient capital to support operations and growth.
• Work collaboratively with the CEO and Executive leadership team to develop the strategic plan to advance the organization’s mission and business objectives.
• Support acquisition decisions through assessment of strategic alignment, assignment of resources, and analysis in targeting and diligence of prospects that leads to developing and executing a comprehensive acquisition and integration plan.
• Provide leadership of finance integration of acquired businesses, including implementation of processes and systems and accounting implications.
• Develop the budget and pull together the annual EVA plans throughout the platforms to identify and lead global investment decisions and performance improvement plans.
• Develop and implement the Capital Structure and related financing requirements.
• Provide oversight of accounting, financial reporting and compliance.
• Steward financial reporting, accuracy and consistency, the development and maintenance of effective internal control systems.
• Responsible for tax, risk management, legal and related areas.
• Help prioritize and quarterback opportunities initiated by the collective team with quantified and verified financial objectives and returns.
• Lead teams and direct initiatives to optimize business processes, evaluate services, enhance usage of IT systems, leverage IT resources, and drive improved overall financial performance.
• Develop the capabilities of leaders and broader finance, accounting and IT team members and foster a culture with a balance of people and performance.
• Build teams across functional areas to support growth and performance improvement.
• Focus on continuous improvement, identifying opportunities for synergy and integration.
• Establish credibility throughout the organization, with Forsyth Partners, Barry-Wehmiller leaders and company officers as an effective leader/developer of solutions to business challenges.
• Attend and represent the company at industry events, conferences, etc.
• Travel on a periodic basis to meet the needs of internal customers, external customers and team members throughout the world.

Senior Director, Finance – Division

Mechanical Engineer

• Designs are functional, easily manufactured, and meet customer expectations
• Designs are completed according to schedule
• Designs meet Afinitas engineering standards
• Design analysis, drawings, and bills of material are accurate
• Develop innovative conceptual solutions
• Coordinate layout and design of equipment
• Perform design analysis for equipment
• Create manufacturing drawings for equipment
• Create and complete bills of material for equipment
• Evaluate and implement design changes
• Work with manufacturing on build processes and improvement
• Use AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and MS Office software effectively

• Work with leadership to plan, conceptualize, and create mechanical designs for new products
• Work with leadership to plan and create standardization drawings across multiple divisions of Afinitas
• Work with leadership on continuous improvement initiatives
• Generate working prototypes for beta testing and customer demonstration
• Perform engineering calculations to support design work
• Create and review technical drawings, plans, and specifications using computer software
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams and work with vendors and contractors
• Ensure projects are completed in a timely manner
• Use AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and MS Office software effectively

Engineer

• Design, develop and implement control systems for our new equipment and upgrades to installed equipment.
• Troubleshoot and debug new and existing software to ensure optimal performance and improve efficiency or quality of operations.
• Use engineering skills and knowledge to assist customer with control systems problems for both remote and on-site technical support to customer and service technicians.
• Build and maintain a technical knowledge base by creating, maintaining and updating technical documents/procedures.
• Logging development processes, code changes, and technical specifications for future reference.
• Anticipate potential problems and provide solutions; detect unusual problems and promptly report to supervisor.
• Collaborate with other departments to resolve technical/logistical issues.
• Gather relevant information to ensure smooth transitions to other departments.
• Participate on team to analyze control system malfunctions; make recommendations that will improve efficiency or quality of operations.
• Participate in the set-up and commissioning of new facilities or upgrading of existing facilities.
• Provide guidance in the production of system operation manuals and diagnostic aids.
• Work closely with the engineering and product development teams to communicate client feedback and contribute to product improvement.
• Stay up to date on latest developments in system architectures, that could be implemented as parts of machine control systems.

Controls Engineer

Full-stack Engineer

• Lead the multi-site Forming Systems Division engineering department.
• Participate in development of standard engineering design standards/best practices and ensure consistent implementation through wet cast product lines
• Provide design oversight to minimize product liability exposure.
• Develop and provide directions for on time schedules for engineering department.
• Ensure timely and effective communication with all functional areas is provided to avoid work stoppages, rework, delayed shipments or redundancy of efforts.
• Provide engineering support to all departments, ensuring partnership in troubleshooting issues and identifying solutions.
• Partner with cross functional teams and leaders to drive continuous improvement across the division.
• Coordinate specifications and delivery requirements for key purchased parts components.
• Monitor daily/weekly engineering progress and relay pertinent information to Operations leaders.
• Establish thoughtful resource plans to ensure the engineering department is staffed to support the business; when necessary, hire and train new team members.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback to each member of the Engineering team.
• Evaluate product cost reduction measures and implement design changes.
• Use AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MS Word, and MS Excel software effectively.
• Travel to other team locations to assure alignment and team cohesion.
• Travel to customer sites for customer visits and warranty issues as they arise.

Wet Cast Engineering Leader

Designer

• Designs are functional and meet customer expectations
• Designs completed according to schedule
• Ensure designs meet engineering standards
• Perform design analysis and create manufacturing drawings
• Coordinate layout and design of equipment
• Work with manufacturing on build processes

Mechanical Designer

• Design system architecture and define interface requirements.
• Program and integrate controls using Rockwell PLC and HMI software.
• Ensure system interlocks and communication between equipment and plant systems.
• Validate system layout and electrical installations.
• Inspect and validate control panels before shipment.

Systems Electrical Controls Engineer

QA Automation Engineer

• Technical project execution within the Information Solutions group, which includes providing deliverables, maintaining schedule, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Interface with clients to define and manage scope on complex projects. This will require significant technical knowledge as well as project leadership skills.
• Planning of project timeline and working with various Project Managers to ensure the proper execution of the work.
• Working as an individual or in a team with other Information Solutions Engineers.
• Can also include working on large projects with other engineering disciplines such as greenfield design of a new manufacturing plant and all associated software systems.
• Designing SCADA systems which may include databases and database interfaces, data handling & reporting, scripting (VB, python, etc.) and general programming.
• Onsite startup of systems that you designed and implemented.
• Understanding project requirements to develop/configure industrial control packages accordingly for use in manufacturing space.
• Understanding technical and operational constraints to create project development and commissioning plans.
• Managing multiple scopes of work in various phases simultaneously
• Communicating with client stake holders to understand scopes of work and deliverables.

Manufacturing Automation Engineer – SCADA

Customer Support

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of CSRs within assigned scope to deliver revenue while meeting high standards for customer satisfaction and service performance.
• Provide ongoing feedback, recognition, and performance management that builds engagement and capability.
• Establish clear roles, accountabilities, and expectations for each CSR, aligned to Packaging’s customer care commitment.
• Drive AM Parts sales results by balancing inbound customer responsiveness with outbound, growth-focused outreach.
• Monitor daily CSR activities, pipeline progress, and order fulfillment to ensure accountability and customer confidence.
• Serve as a trusted point of escalation for complex customer issues, ensuring problems are resolved with urgency and transparency.
• Collaborate with New Equipment and Aftermarket Sales teams to deliver integrated customer touchpoints.

Lead, Customer Service – Parts

Software Engineer

• Work with a team of industry experts to help the world’s leading companies solve their most difficult problems
• Join partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver the highest quality solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy
• Support capital projects and implement solutions for clients
• Help clients make critical changes to improve their performance and realize their most important goals
• Conduct a variety of tasks including designing packaging lines, creating engineering drawings and calculations, control panel design, PLC programming and HMI development, vendor/contractor/OEM management, inspections, licensing, process mechanical design, and creating process equipment and installation specifications and construction drawings
• Resolve engineering change request notices and handle requests for information and FCRs

Engineering Consulting Internship/Co-Op – Summer 2026

Civil Engineer

• Take charge of planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines and within budget constraints.
• Foster strong client relationships, serving as the primary point of contact for project communication.
• Oversee and manage site development projects, including coordinating with the construction project manager, expansions, and renovations.
• Ensure that all projects adhere to local, state, and federal regulations.
• Lead a team of professionals, including engineers, designers, and support staff, to deliver high-quality and efficient site development projects.
• Responsible for controlling project budgets, monitoring expenses, and ensuring cost-effective solutions while maintaining high quality and safety standards.
• Identify potential risks and challenges in the project, creating strategies to mitigate them and maintain project timelines.
• Implement and maintain quality control processes to ensure project deliverables meet the highest standards.
• Prepare detailed project reports and documentation for clients and internal teams, conveying project progress, milestones, and any deviations from the plan.
• Contribute to the growth of Design Group by fostering existing client relationships, identifying opportunities for additional services, and participating in preparation of proposals.

Principal Civil Engineer

Field Engineer

• Troubleshoot and perform repairs and modifications on mechanical, electrical, or programmable controls for complex automated and integrated industrial packaging equipment at customer sites
• Assist in the installation, start-up, checkout, validation, and testing of existing, upgraded, and new equipment
• Work independently and decisively to analyze and effectively resolve faults or malfunctions
• Interact with personnel at customer sites to provide insight on the safety, proper operation, and preventative maintenance of equipment
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through oral and written communication and reporting
• Act as liaison between customers, as well as internal departments, to ensure progress and quality of service
• Provide both remote and onsite technical support to end use customers

Field Service Engineer – Bag Filling, Palletizing

Operations

• Responsible for the overall performance and execution of the Wisconsin Parts Value Streams
• Develop and execute comprehensive Parts business plans
• Own and manage P&L drivers of the value stream
• Champion Lean methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives

Aftermarket Operations Leader

Supply Chain

• Assist in various supply chain activities including procurement and contracts
• Attend and contribute to supplier meetings
• Review and analyze supply chain data
• Develop a training curriculum in alignment with the competency model

Supply Chain/Procurement Co-Op

Project Manager

• Manage project tasks including hardware and panel design, PLC and HMI programming, SCADA design, power distribution design, and all associated project documentation
• Manage project execution including proposal preparation, estimating, scheduling, resources, staffing, contract negotiation, order processing, quality control, customer satisfaction, and project set-up
• Ensure the proper use of company facilities (plant and equipment)
• Lead, develop and grow the controls & automation business in the local office and region; cultivate and maintain relationships with key client contacts
• Mentor and guide professionals; provide feedback, evaluation, training, and career development guidance
• Participate on councils responsible for overseeing and adopting firm-wide standards
• Handle strategic business planning and development of annual vision plans for the controls & automation group
• Work with the recruiting team to identify and hire professionals into the controls & automation group
• Provide quarterly reporting to the office partners and regional partners
• Convey a positive image of Barry-Wehmiller Design Group and support the development of a strong culture consistent with our Guiding Principles of Leadership

Senior Director, Finance – Division

Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Controls Engineer

Wet Cast Engineering Leader

Mechanical Designer

Systems Electrical Controls Engineer

Manufacturing Automation Engineer – SCADA

Lead, Customer Service – Parts

Engineering Consulting Internship/Co-Op – Summer 2026

Principal Civil Engineer

Field Service Engineer – Bag Filling, Palletizing

Aftermarket Operations Leader

Supply Chain/Procurement Co-Op

Project Manager, Control Systems Integration