Automation Technical Specialist
Technology, Data & Digital · Software & Web Development · Software Engineering · Embedded Systems · DevOps
In short
Tetra Pak is seeking an Automation Technical Specialist based in Vernon Hills, IL, to serve as the primary technical advisor for automation across the Americas. This role involves leading complex projects, driving innovation with AI and emerging technologies, and mentoring teams to enhance operational performance and customer value.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary technical authority and trusted advisor for automation-related topics across the Americas.
- Lead large-scale, high-value, and technically complex automation projects throughout the project lifecycle.
- Partner with internal teams and customers to develop and implement innovative and cost-effective automation solutions.
- Act as the go-to technical expert for automation demands across the region, providing mentorship and knowledge sharing.
- Drive effective communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Lead the evaluation, testing, and adoption of emerging technologies.
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives.
- Explore, pilot, and support the implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other innovative solutions.
- Proactively identify technical, operational, and process gaps.
- Lead and contribute to design reviews, safety risk assessments, and technical governance activities.
- Develop and deliver automation training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Solid experience deploying automation systems within processing and packaging environments.
- Strong knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), including Rockwell and Siemens platforms, as well as Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems such as Rockwell, Siemens, and Ignition.
- Project management skills and the ability to coordinate priorities.
- Strong knowledge of Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), virtualization, industrial networks, high-level programming languages such as Python, data analytics, and cybersecurity concepts.
- Working knowledge of ISA-88 and ISA-95 standards.
- Solid design and troubleshooting capabilities for electrical systems (up to 600 VAC) and pneumatic systems.
- Strong technical expertise combined with the ability to influence, mentor, and support others.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- A continuous improvement mindset.
- Professional proficiency in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Desired Qualifications
- Ability to support customers around the world.
- Ability to protect food, people, and the planet.
- Ability to make an impact to be proud of.
- Ability to reach potential with opportunities.
- Ability to be energized by challenges, remain effective under pressure, and take ownership of delivering results.
- Ability to translate sophisticated automation concepts into clear, actionable insights.
- Ability to identify opportunities to simplify processes, evaluate emerging technologies, and drive innovation initiatives.
- Ability to explore, pilot, and support the implementation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other innovative solutions that create business value and enhance organizational performance.
Benefits
- Annual Base Salary Range: $103,800.00 – $148,100.00
- Short-term Incentive (Variable Pay): eligible to performance incentive of 10%
- 401k company match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training.
- A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation.
- An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion.
- Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements.
Skills
PLCSCADARockwellSiemensIgnitionPythonISA-88ISA-95AI
#automation#technical specialist#project management#AI#electrical engineering#process control
About Tetra Pak
We’re here to make food safe and available. It’s why we provide advanced food production systems, from product creation and recipe testing to processing, filling, packaging, logistics, services and beyond. We support almost every food and beverage category with tailored solutions for category-specific needs. In collaboration with our customers and suppliers, driven by more than 24,000 dedicated employees worldwide, we protect food sustainably every day for hundreds of millions of people in more than 160 countries. Because we’re here to fulfil a purpose: We commit to making food safe and…
Company
Tetra PakJob Posted
3 weeks ago
Expires
in 4 days
Employment Type
Full Time
Work mode
On Site
Salary
US$103,800–148,100 / year
Experience Level
Mid-Senior
Locations
Vernon Hills, United States
Qualification
Bachelor
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