Senior Compensation Specialist

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:

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. 

What You'll Do

You will play a key role in shaping and supporting our compensation strategy through data-driven insights and thoughtful analysis. You will conduct market research and benchmarking to ensure our pay practices remain competitive and compliant. You will manage day-to-day compensation activities in Workday, maintain data accuracy, and support the development and maintenance of salary structures and job frameworks. You will also collaborate with HR, Finance, and business leaders to provide guidance, streamline processes, and deliver meaningful insights that inform compensation decisions across the organization.

• Execute comprehensive market research and competitive benchmarking studies.

• Analyze compensation survey data and support recommendations for market positioning adjustments.

• Conduct ongoing competitive intelligence to inform compensation strategy development.

• Manage day-to-day Workday compensation administration, including data uploads, system maintenance, and compliance with HRIS protocols.

• Monitor and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local compensation regulations.

• Maintain salary range structures, job architecture frameworks, and related documentation.

• Provide analytical support for annual merit cycle planning, calibration, and budget validation.

• Assist with incentive program administration, including payout calculations.

• Partner with HR, Finance, and Legal to support compensation-related initiatives.

• Address complex or escalated compensation inquiries from business leaders.

• Identify opportunities to streamline and automate compensation workflows.

• Support executive presentations through data analysis and insights.

• Serve as a subject matter expert on compensation policies, exemption status, and offer language.

• All other duties as assigned

 

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field

• 5+ years of progressive experience in compensation analysis and administration

• Strong expertise in market research methodologies and survey analysis

• Proficiency with HRIS systems (Workday preferred) and advanced Excel skills

• Strong knowledge of FLSA, Equal Pay Act, and other compensation-related regulations

• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy

• Strong presentation and communication skills for executive-level interactions

Preferred:

• Professional certification (CCP, GRP, or similar)

• Experience with compensation band development and job architecture

• Background in consulting or multi-industry compensation work

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 Project Accountant, 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 professional and a highly effective leader.

Feel like you're on the path to becoming a Senior Compensation Specialist 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 world-class Design Group Team Member.

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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 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.

Company:

Design Group

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