Automation Engineer

Tetra Pak•Brooklyn Park, MN

3d•$72,500 - $103,400•Onsite

About The Position

Tetra Pak is seeking an Automation Engineer to work independently in project and pre-project teams. The role designs, implements, and validates complex automation solutions and provides technical support to customers. The engineer leads and participates in innovative automation projects that meet Tetra Pak and customer quality standards, delivering process solutions tailored to each customer and product. The position is based in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, and requires travel to client sites, mostly in the United States and Canada, for startup and commissioning approximately 30% of the time. Applicants must already be authorized to work full-time in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future; international relocation and visa sponsorship are not available. The annual base salary range is $72,500–$103,400, with eligibility for a performance incentive of 10% of base salary. The role also includes competitive benefits and work-related allowances.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Automation, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, Software Development, or a related field.
Fluency in English with strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in PLC and SCADA programming, configuration, and commissioning.
Demonstrated project management and coordination experience.
Solid understanding of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), virtualization technologies, and industrial network integration.
Experience designing, commissioning, maintaining, and supporting automation systems.
Experience designing, troubleshooting, and maintaining electrical systems up to 600 VAC and pneumatic systems.
At least three years of experience implementing automation solutions in manufacturing or processing environments.
Strong technical aptitude and leadership skills, including the ability to influence, mentor, and motivate others.
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with customers and internal stakeholders.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, and SAP R/3.
Ability to work effectively within cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.
Highly self-motivated, organized, and results-driven.
Ability to collaborate with diverse teams across cultures, share knowledge, and build strong working relationships in virtual and remote environments.
Authorization to work full-time in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of ISA-88 and ISA-95 standards.

Responsibilities

Participate in the development, implementation, and support of engineering projects.
Collaborate with Project Managers and customers to assess requirements and develop cost-effective technical solutions and quotations.
Develop functional specifications for automation systems.
Design, develop, and test automation solutions, including virtual environments, process control systems, user interfaces, database management, reporting tools, and IT/OT network integration.
Support system startup, commissioning, and validation activities in partnership with Process Engineers.
Deliver automation training to customer personnel on installed systems and applications.
Develop and present innovative automation, electrical, and control system designs and strategies.
Provide technical expertise and support throughout the project lifecycle to ensure successful delivery and customer satisfaction.