Automation Engineer

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 Tetra Pak is a global leader in food processing and packaging solutions, operating in over 170 countries with more than 23,000 employees. We work closely with customers and suppliers to deliver safe, innovative, and sustainable products that meet the daily needs of millions. Guided by our motto, "PROTECTS WHAT'S GOOD", our mission is to make food safe and available everywhere. Learn more at Tetra Pak Iberia is looking to strengthen its Automation team with an Automation Engineer. This is a great opportunity to grow your career in Processing Solutions, focusing on project development and performance improvement in equipment and installations. The role involves programming PLC, SCADA, DCS systems, and industrial networks in virtual environments, with strong integration and data exchange with databases. You'll be responsible for specific technical aspects of automation projects, reporting to the Automation Project Leader or Manager. The position is based in Lisbon or Porto, Portugal, with occasional travel to Spain, Italy, Greece, and Angola depending on project needs. What you will do Develop automation projects and upgrades (PLC, SCADA and/or MES), support all the project phases and participate in commissioning. Coordinate electrical design with panel suppliers and perform quality control assessments. Work according to the project objectives, budget, and timeline. Provide remote automation support, service and troubleshooting for the installed base. Coordinate tasks with other automation engineers, consultants and suppliers. Compile and review technical documentation for inclusion in the project deliverables. Test and validate software to ensure the quality outcomes. We believe you have Language and Education Bachelor's degree or higher in Automation or Electronics Engineering. Fluent in Spanish and Portuguese. Good command of English. Travelling Willingness to travel to Portugal, Spain, Italy, Greece and others foreign countries (up to 50% of time). Professional Skills and Experience Minimum 3 years of experience in PLC, SCADAs or DCS programming and commissioning for processing plants. Programming skills in SIEMENS (TIA Portal, S7, and/or PCS7, Win CC HMI), AVEVA (InTouch HMI, System Platform). Database skills in MS-SQL Server. Experience with electrical documentation. Knowledge of IT infrastructure and virtualization systems. Personal Qualifications Strong communications skills and collaborative attitude. Ability to work independently and as a part of a team. Logical, methodical thinking, adherence to standard processes. Leadership skills for managing projects or project components. Proactive and committed to solving system issues. Ability to manage high workloads effectively. Miscellaneous Experience and understanding of processing equipment and food/dairy industry processes. MES knowledge is a plus. DCS and OPC system knowledge is a plus. Electrical engineering experience for control and power cabinet design according to EU normative. Knowledge of Rockwell PLC programming. Experience with ABB PLC systems (Sattline or AC800xA) Familiarity with Ignition HMI. 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 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   This job posting expires on 12th December 2025. If you have any questions about your application, please contact Zsofia Tamaska - 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.