Process Engineer

Tetra Pak; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 87,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Pak is seeking a Process Engineer to design and implement filtration process solutions, interfacing with our global customer base and internal teams. The role involves extensive work on P&IDs, utility calculations, and on-site commissioning, with travel up to 35% and reporting to the Automation Manager.

The position is on-site in Brooklyn Park, MN. Travel and collaboration across locations are integral to delivering robust processing solutions while ensuring food safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in food and plant engineering delivering process solutions.
• Ability to read and interpret PID; AutoCAD proficiency.
• Hexagon SSP, SAP and Planview knowledge a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and optimize process equipment and systems.
• Experience in dairy/beverage/pharma or other regulated manufacturing industries preferred.
• Prior experience in food processing and plant engineering is desirable.
• Excellent communication, planning, and leadership skills with ability to drive results in a team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and support successful project execution.

Responsibilities

• Clarify and validate technical requirements for filtration process solutions after project award.
• Develop and maintain P&IDs using AutoCAD to define filtration system designs.
• Calculate and document utility requirements (water, steam, cooling, compressed air, power).
• Update P&IDs and utility calculations as project needs evolve.
• Conduct site visits to assess existing filtration systems for expansion or upgrade.
• Provide on-site commissioning support during startup and transition to operations.
• Contribute to internal tools, standards, and design practices; lead or participate in development initiatives.
• Collaborate with Plant Integration teams globally to ensure successful project execution.
• Partner with customers and cross-functional teams in an international environment.
• Own technical solution quality, project performance, food safety compliance, and customer satisfaction.
• Thrive in multi-project environment, adjusting priorities as needed.
• Apply industry equipment standards and startup activities to delivery.

Skills

PID diagrams

AutoCAD

Process engineering

Cross-functional

Communication

Education

Bachelors in Engineering

Tools

Hexagon SSP

SAP

Planview

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

The Process Engineer will focus on designing and implementing process and application solutions. This is an opportunity to interface with our extensive customer base and provide industry-leading processing solutions. This opportunity offers unlimited career growth with an industry leader. Development projects will be executed together with customers and business partners as well as internally in Tetra Pak. Therefore, the job offers the possibility to travel globally up to 35% of your time. This position will report to the Automation Manager.

You will be based on-site in Brooklyn Park, MN.

Tetra Pak is not considering applicants (Internal or External) who require international relocation to the United States.

Tetra Pak is not sponsoring work visas or relocation for this position.

You must be work authorized in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to F-1 (student) visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.

What you will do

As a Process Engineer you will:

• Clarify and validate the technical requirements of filtration process system solutions following project award.
• Develop and maintain Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) using AutoCAD to accurately define and document filtration system designs.
• Calculate and compile utility requirements, including water, steam, cooling, compressed air, and power, utilizing established tools and engineering methodologies.
• Update and revise P&IDs and utility calculations as project requirements evolve.
• Conduct site visits to assess and document existing filtration systems for expansion, retrofit, and upgrade projects.
• Provide on-site commissioning support, offering technical guidance during system startup and transition to commercial operation.
• Contribute to the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of internal engineering tools, standards, and design practices.
• Lead and/or participate in product development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with Plant Integration teams across global market companies to ensure successful project execution.
• Partner with customers and cross-functional teams in an international environment while leveraging expertise from across the organization.
• Take ownership of technical solution quality, project performance, food safety compliance, and customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Thrive in a dynamic, multi-project environment, adapting priorities and responsibilities to meet the needs of individual projects.
• Apply expertise in industry equipment standards, system installation practices, fluid handling and fluid mechanics, instrumentation applications, startup and commissioning activities, and customer-focused solution delivery.

We believe you have

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 3+ years of previous experience in food and plant engineering delivering process solutions.
• Ability to draw, read and understand a process and instrumentation diagram (PID). AutoCAD and drawing platform intermediate knowledge are a must.
• Hexagon SSP, SAP and Microsoft Planview knowledge as a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and optimize process equipment and systems.
• Experience in process engineering and field implementation within the dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, or other regulated manufacturing industries is preferred.
• Prior experience in food processing, plant engineering, and the delivery of process solutions is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, planning, and leadership skills, with a proven ability to solve complex problems and drive results in a collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work effectively with cross-functional teams, and support successful project execution.

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): $86,700.00 - $111,400.00USD
• 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

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.