Future Talent -Maintenance Engineer Trainee

Tetra Pak; Vernon Hills (IL); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) company match

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

A leading global food processing and packaging company is seeking a Future Talent - Maintenance Engineer Trainee in the United States. This role provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in preventive and corrective maintenance while traveling frequently to customer sites. Candidates should have a technical degree and be graduating between December 2023 and February 2026. The compensation ranges from $48,000 to $67,000 annual base salary, plus benefits and performance incentives.

Qualifications

• Graduation or expected graduation between December 2023 and February 2026.
• Willingness to travel frequently for on-site assignments.
• Strong desire to build a career in a field-based engineering role.

Responsibilities

• Deliver support to customers in programming and troubleshooting.
• Lead improvement initiatives focused on equipment performance.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to solve technical challenges.

Skills

Mechatronics

Intermediate English communication skills

Problem solving

Collaboration

Basic knowledge in mechanical systems

Education

Technical or technological degree in related fields

Job description

Future Talent - Maintenance Engineer Trainee

Join to apply for the Future Talent - Maintenance Engineer Trainee role at Tetra Pak.

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available everywhere, protecting food, people, and the planet.

Overview

On the Service Delivery Track of our Future Talent Programme, your work goes beyond borders and makes a difference to communities worldwide. The 24‑month journey is crafted to help you unlock your potential and make a meaningful impact. You will learn how to perform preventive and corrective maintenance, support equipment installations, troubleshoot technical issues, and contribute to performance validation and continuous improvement. Through project rotations and on‑site assignments, you’ll gain hands‑on experience with technologies across electrical, mechanical and automation domains, working on Filling Equipment, Distribution Equipment, Processing Systems and Components. You’ll also collaborate closely with customers, learning how their operations run and supporting them in areas such as calibrations, equipment assessment and service delivery in the Food and Beverage industry. By the end of the program you will be ready for a field‑based engineering role. The program starts on July 16, 2026. The position can be based in Texas or New York. This is a full‑time, permanent role. You may be required to travel 80% of your time to customer sites. Tetra Pak is not sponsoring work visas or relocation for this position.

What You Will Do

• Deliver efficient support to our customers in the form of programming, commissioning and troubleshooting.
• Perform improvement initiatives focused on equipment performance and reliability.
• Lead the prioritization of issues and report & document the results using standardized tools.
• Apply maintenance concepts and tactics across different technologies and equipment types.
• Collaborate with multi‑functional teams to solve technical challenges and enhance service delivery.
• Ensure compliance and alignment with occupational health and safety (OHS) standards.
• Develop hands‑on experience with a wide range of technologies and customer environments, setting the foundation for a successful career in Service Delivery.

We Believe You Have

• A technical or technological degree (or engineering degree) in Mechatronics, Instrumentation and Control, Automation, Electronics, Industrial Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical or related fields.
• Graduation or expected graduation between December 2023 and February 2026.
• Intermediate English communication skills.
• Willingness and availability to travel frequently for on‑site assignments and customer support.
• A strong desire to build a hands‑on career in a field‑based engineering role.
• Passion for learning, problem solving, and applying theoretical knowledge to real‑world challenges.
• A collaborative mindset, strong communication skills, and commitment to excellence.
• Basic knowledge in mechanical systems, electrical components, pneumatics and hydraulics (desirable).
• Previous internships or academic projects involving PLC programming (Allen Bradley or Siemens), industrial networks or equipment troubleshooting (a plus).
• Awareness of safety standards and a strong commitment to working in a safe and responsible manner.

Pay Equity

The compensation range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range individual pay is defined by work location and additional factors.

• Annual Base Salary Range (ABS): $48,000 – $67,000.
• Short‑term Incentive/Bonus (Variable Pay): Eligible for a performance incentive of either 6% or 10% of ABS, depending on individual and company performance outcomes.
• Benefits: 401(k) 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.

We Offer You

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape.
• A culture that pioneers an innovative spirit 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/.

EEO Statement

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.