Automation Specialist

Tetra Pak; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 87,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Pak seeks an Automation Specialist to design, implement and validate complex automation projects in Processing by providing technical support to customers. You will be an individual contributor who collaborates on innovative automation projects and ensures compliance with Tetra Pak quality standards.

You can be based in any US office and will travel up to 75% to customer sites. The role requires strong PLC/SCADA/HMI experience and a degree in Industrial Automation or related field, with

Qualifications

• Requires degree in Industrial Automation, Electronics, Robotics Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience programming and implementing automation systems
• Strong knowledge of PLCs (Allen Bradley), networks, AS-I Bus, and HMI/SCADA tools
• Experience with SCADA systems and databases (SQL/Oracle)
• Fluency in English and ability to work under pressure

Responsibilities

• Carry out automation remote support, service and start-ups for Tetra Pak Processing equipment
• Prepare and implement upgrades on automation systems
• Work with fault finding on PLCs, networks, IO Servers and SCADA systems
• Collaborate with Service Engineers, Sales Support and customer visits
• Analyze system design and modify HMI, databases and PLC programs to meet project requirements
• Support projects with integration between automation and other systems

Skills

PLC programming

Industrial automation

SCADA systems

English fluency

Deadline-driven

Education

Degree in Industrial Automation

Electronics

Robotics Engineering

Tools

Allen Bradley PLCs

Ethernet networks

AS-I Bus

Wonderware InTouch

FactoryTalk View

SQL databases

Oracle databases

Job description

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's 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

We are looking for an expert who will design, implement and validate complex automation projects in Processing Business by providing technical support to our customers. You will be an individual contributor who will collaborate on automation projects that have a high component of innovation and are strongly oriented to comply with Tetra Pak and Customer quality standards.

You can be based in any of our offices in United States.

You will be travelling up to 75% of your time to our customer sites.

Tetra Pak is not sponsoring visas for this position.

What you will do

As an Automation Specialist, you will:

• Carry out automation remote support, service and start-ups for Tetra Pak Processing equipment.
• Prepare and implement upgrades on automation systems.
• Work with and fault find on programmable control systems, network, database, IO Servers and Scada systems.
• Close collaboration with Service Engineers, Sales Support, Issue Resolution, customer visits, assisting the local teams.
• Analyze system design and create original or modify existing HMI, database and PLC Programs to meet project requirements.
• Support projects with integration between automation

We believe you have

• Degree in Industrial Automation, Electronics, Robotics Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience programming and implementing automation systems.
• Strong technical knowledge in PLC’s Allen Bradley, networks Ethernet, AS-I Bus / Industrial network configuration, Wonderware Intouch and Factory Talk View (HMI, UI) Interfaces is required.
• Experience with SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of databases SQL Microsoft server, Oracle, etc. is preferred.
• Fluency in English.
• Ability to work and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Able to undertake continual training and further development of skills.
• Self-motivation to work with people from different cultures, share knowledge and collaborate with other teammates even virtually/remotely.
• Experience at food & beverage, pharmaceutical or related industry is strongly preferred

Pay Equity

Tetra Pak provides the following compensation range that in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the positionacross all US locations. Ranges are determined by role, level and location. Within the range, individual pay is defined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education ortraining.

This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule. The estimate displayed is just one component of Tetra Pak's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards include annual performance bonus,competitive benefits,and work-related allowances.

• Annual Base Salary Range (ABS): $86,700 - $136,100 USD
• 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 and much more!

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

This job posting expires on October 28, 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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.