Hardware Team Leader

Tetra Pak; Denmark; Hybrid; DKK 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible working

Training opportunities

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Tetra Pak in Aarhus seeks an experienced Hardware Team Lead to guide a small team of hardware engineers. You will drive electrical design of processing equipment, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and collaborate with software, mechanical, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust machine solutions.

The role combines hands-on engineering with people leadership and requires deep knowledge of electrical machinery design, EPLAN, and international standards.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• At least 10 years of experience with industrial electrical design and machine automation.
• Previous people management is an advantage but technical leadership is essential.

Responsibilities

• Electrical design and documentation in EPLAN.
• Electrical architecture reviews and technical decision-making.
• Functional safety, machine safety, and EMC-compliant design.
• UL508A, CE, EMC, and Machinery Regulation compliance.
• Technical guidance and mentoring of team members.
• Coordination with software, mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers.
• Support of resource planning and competence development.
• Governance of external panel-building suppliers.

Skills

Electrical design

EPLAN Electric P8

UL508A compliance

Machinery regulation

Functional safety

English fluency

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

EPLAN Electric P8

Job description

Job Description

As the Hardware Team Lead, reporting to the Business Stream Automation Manager, you will provide technical and people leadership for a team of up to 4 Hardware Engineers and Specialists based in Aarhus. The Hardware team is responsible for the electrical design of our processing equipment, including electrical cabinets, motor control systems, instrumentation, power distribution, and machine interfaces. You will work closely with Mechanical Engineering, Automation Software Engineering, Manufacturing, and external panel-building suppliers to develop safe, compliant, and cost-effective machine solutions. You will act as the technical authority within Hardware Engineering, driving engineering standards, design quality, compliance, and continuous improvement across our product portfolio.

What You Will Do

The role combines technical leadership with hands-on engineering responsibilities, including:

• Electrical design and documentation in EPLAN
• Electrical architecture, design reviews, and technical decision-making
• Functional Safety, machine safety, and EMC-compliant electrical design
• UL508A, CE, EMC, and Machinery Regulation compliance
• Technical guidance and mentoring of team members
• Coordination with software, mechanical engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers
• Support of resource planning and competence development
• Support and governance of external panel-building suppliers

This is primarily a technical leadership role. The successful candidate is expected to actively contribute to engineering activities, drive technical decisions, and elevate the technical competence of the Hardware team. While people leadership is part of the role, proven technical expertise within electrical machine design, compliance, and safety is considered essential.

Profile Description

We believe you have:
You hold an Engineering degree or equivalent within Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field and have at least 10 years of experience with industrial electrical design and machine automation.
Previous people management experience is an advantage, but proven technical leadership is considered more important.

You Have Strong Knowledge Of

• Electrical design of industrial machinery and control panels
• EPLAN Electric P8 and electrical documentation standards
• UL508A and North American electrical requirements
• IEC standards related to machinery and industrial automation
• Machinery Regulation, CE compliance, EMC requirements, and risk assessments
• Functional Safety and safety-related control systems
• EMC principles, mitigation techniques, grounding, shielding, and industrial installation practices
• Motor control systems, drives, instrumentation, and industrial power distribution
• Collaboration with panel builders, suppliers, production, and cross-functional engineering teams
• Business travels up to 10-20 days per year
• Fluency in English is required. Danish is considered an advantage.

We Offer

• 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

This job posting expires on 30 September, 2026.

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.