About this role
Job title: Automation Specialist
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Automation Specialist to design, implement, and validate advanced automation solutions for the Packaging business, while delivering high-quality technical support to customers. This individual contributor role partners closely with cross-functional teams and may be based in any U.S. Tetra Pak office with up to 75% travel to customer sites.
What You'll Do
- Provide remote automation support, troubleshooting, service, and start-up assistance for Tetra Pak packaging equipment.
- Prepare, implement, and validate upgrades to automation systems.
- Diagnose and work with programmable control systems, networks, databases, I/O servers, and SCADA systems.
- Support VMware environments across the Americas.
- Collaborate with Service Engineers, Sales Support, Issue Resolution, customers, and local teams.
- Analyze system design requirements and develop or modify HMI, database, and PLC programs.
- Contribute to automation integration projects across production lines.
What We're Looking For
- Degree in Automation, Electronics, Mechanical, Robotics Engineering, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience programming and implementing automation systems.
- Strong technical expertise in Allen-Bradley PLCs, Ethernet networks, AS-I Bus/industrial networks, Wonderware InTouch, and FactoryTalk View (HMI/UI).
- Experience with SCADA systems, line controllers, network infrastructure, and system integration.
- Knowledge of SQL databases (Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, etc.) preferred.
- Fluency in English and the ability to work under demanding deadlines.
- Commitment to continuous learning and skill development.
- Strong collaboration skills and comfort working with diverse cultures and teams.
- Experience in the food & beverage, pharmaceutical, or related industries strongly preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual Base Salary Range (ABS): $86,700 – 111,400
- Short-term Incentive/Bonus (Variable Pay): Eligible to performance incentive of 10% of ABS.
- Benefits: 401k company match, paid time off, paid holidays, Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, company credit card, Tetra Pak gear and toolbox and more!