BW Design Group acquires Malisko

BW Design Group, an integrated architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) firm and system integrator serving clients in the food and beverage, life sciences, household and personal care and advanced technology markets, acquired Malisko, a system integration and automation firm based in St. Louis.

The Malisko acquisition will expand BW Design Group’s depth and expertise across complex manufacturing and technology environments.

“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.”

Headquartered in St. Louis, BW Design Group employs more than 1,700 team members across 45 offices, delivering integrated solutions from strategy to commercialization. Founded in 1994, Malisko has offices in St. Louis, Denver and Eau Claire, Wisconsin. For more than 30 years, Malisko has connected operations from the plant floor to the enterprise, specializing in process controls and automation, industrial networking and cybersecurity, data integration and visualization, as well as manufacturing system integration and modernization. Malisko is a certified member of the Control System Integrators Association (CSIA).

“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 is part of BW Design Group’s long-term vision to build the next era of manufacturing and technology through an integrated platform designed to help clients realize commercial success. Integration of the Malisko team into BW Design Group begins immediately.