Automation Engineer

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect whats good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of peoples lives every day.

And we need people like you to make it happen.

We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to make an impact to be proud of – for food, people and the planet.

Job Summary

The Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, programming, implementing, and commissioning automation systems for food and beverage production lines. The role involves hands‑on engineering, customer collaboration, troubleshooting, and delivering high‑quality automation solutions. Travel of 35–50% may be required depending on project assignments.

What You Will Do

• Design and program PLC, HMI, SCADA and MES systems.
• Develop, configure and test databases, reports and automation interfaces to meet project technical requirements.
• Configure automation architecture including distributed I/O, fieldbus networks, Ethernet/IP, AS‑i and industrial control panels.
• Execute installation, start‑up, commissioning and performance testing on production systems.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of FAT protocols, operating manuals and technical documentation as required.
• Design automation systems using ISA‑S88/S95 standards.
• Collaborate with account managers and customers to gather requirements and prepare cost‑effective technical solutions.
• Report to the Project Manager for project‑related tasks including budget control, progress reporting and forecasting.
  
  

We believe you have

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in Instrumentation, Electronics, Electrical or Automation Engineering.
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience as an Automation Project Engineer in the process industries.
• Knowledge of PLC programming on Rockwell or Siemens systems.
• Knowledge of SCADA programming on AVEVA InTouch, Inductive Ignition, System Platform, Rockwell or Siemens SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of recipe management systems such as InBatch or equivalent.
• Experience with Ethernet networking and field‑bus systems such as Profibus, AS‑i, ControlNet or DeviceNet.
• Automation experience from processing industries including software development and commissioning for continuous or batch processes.
• Familiarity with Windows operating system setup and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity or experience with standards such as S88 or GAMP.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Self‑motivated with broad commercial awareness.
• Strong problem‑solving attitude.
• Ability to work under demanding timelines.
• Fluent English, written and spoken.
  
  

We Offer You

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements
  
  

Apply Now

If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what’s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at https://jobs.tetrapak.com/.

This job posting expires on [DATE].

If you have any questions about your application, please contact Ephraim Kwa.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.

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