ST. LOUIS, MO, Nov 13, 2025 – BW Design Group has acquired Malisko to expand its automation and systems-integration services. The acquisition strengthens BW Design Group’s ability to support manufacturing and technology projects from planning through facility delivery and startup.
“Our firm was built on partnership and a deep understanding of our clients’ operations. Our Manufacturer’s Mindset keeps us centered on what matters most – helping our clients better serve their consumers and realize their vision for lasting growth and performance,” said Joe Wilhelm, president, BW Design Group. “With the addition of the outstanding Malisko team, we’re strengthening our ability to deliver on that mission – providing deeper expertise to help our clients achieve their goals with the same trusted partnership and shared purpose that have always defined our work.”
“We built a reputation for engineering excellence and lasting client partnerships,” said Steve Malyszko, CEO and co-Founder, Malisko. “Joining BW Design Group allows our team to continue that legacy while offering our clients access to broader expertise, expanded resources and fully integrated capabilities – all united and with the same dedication to quality, partnership and shared purpose.”
The acquisition strengthens BW Design Group’s plan to expand its integrated services for manufacturing and technology clients. Malisko will merge into BW Design Group to maintain continuity for existing customers. The combined group will focus on improving system connectivity, operational efficiency and reliability across client operations.
Source: BW Design Group
ABOUT BW DESIGN GROUP
BW Design Group, founded in 1986 and based in St. Louis, MO, provides architecture, engineering and construction services to clients in the food and beverage, life sciences, industrial and semiconductor sectors. The firm supports manufacturers with process engineering, mechanical and electrical integration, automation systems, software development and project-management work. It operates more than 45 offices and employs more than 1700 people worldwide. The company also functions as a system integrator and applies its manufacturing-focused expertise to projects that span early strategy through facility startup. Its approach draws on its manufacturing technology roots and supports organizations that operate in regulated environments.
About Malisko
Malisko Engineering, founded in 1994 and based in St. Louis, MO, provides automation and systems-integration services for manufacturing and industrial clients. The company has offices in St. Louis, Denver and Eau Claire and employs about 45 people. Malisko designs and implements plant-floor control systems, process automation, industrial IT, IIoT solutions, industrial networking and cybersecurity tools. It also delivers data-integration, visualization and modernization services that link plant-floor systems with enterprise applications. The firm serves customers in the food and beverage, dairy, consumer-packaged goods, life sciences, specialty chemical, metal and mining, energy, utilities and general industrial sectors. Its work focuses on helping organizations automate operations, integrate data systems and improve reliability and efficiency across their facilities.