Harry Pettit
About Harry Pettit
Harry Pettit is a Manager at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, specializing in Control Systems and Automation projects. He holds an MBA in Operations Management and has extensive experience in energy-saving practices within the Consumer Packaged Goods, Pharmaceuticals, and Life Sciences sectors.
Work at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group
Harry Pettit has been serving as the Manager of CSI at Barry-Wehmiller Design Group since 2017. In this role, he leads a team that focuses on Control Systems and Automation projects. His work primarily supports clients in the Consumer Packaged Goods, Pharmaceuticals, and Life Sciences sectors. Pettit emphasizes energy-saving practices and technologies, utilizing his expertise in industrial controls and automation to deliver effective solutions.
Education and Expertise
Harry Pettit earned his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) and an MBA in Operations Management from Drexel University, completing his studies from 1979 to 1984. He furthered his education at Drexel University's LeBow College of Business, where he achieved an MBA in Operations Management from 1985 to 1990. His academic background supports his focus on energy-saving practices and technologies within the industrial controls and automation field.
Background
Before joining Barry-Wehmiller Design Group, Harry Pettit worked at Pepperidge Farm as a Program Manager from 2000 to 2017, where he managed Electrical, Robotics, Environmental, and Infrastructure Projects. Prior to that, he spent 13 years at Campbell Soup Company as a Program Manager, from 1987 to 2000. His career began at United States Steel / USX Corp, where he served as a Division Process Engineer from 1980 to 1987.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Harry Pettit has been responsible for developing and nurturing client relationships to ensure high-quality support from his teams. He thrives in complex environments and utilizes exceptional communication skills to lead and collaborate effectively. His creative problem-solving abilities contribute to meeting innovation, savings, and safety goals in various projects.