Job Description
Job Title:  Automation Engineer
Job Location: 

Auckland, New Zealand

 

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

 

Automation Engineer

 

We are seeking both intermediate and senior level Automation Engineers to join our Macro Automation team in Auckland. This role will involve leading a wide range of industrial automation projects across manufacturing sectors, delivering innovative, customer-centric solutions.

 

The position is based in Auckland, NZ.

 

You will be travelling up to 25% of your time to our customer sites.

What you will do

 

As an Automation Engineer, you will: 

 

  • Develop and deliver automation solutions, taking ownership of key project deliverables and outcomes
  • Lead system design, development, and technical problem-solving activities
  • Review and improve technical solutions
  • Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
  • Coordinate automation project delivery, ensuring timelines and objectives are met
  • Drive success through the project lifecycle (design, development, testing, and commissioning)
  • Travel occasionally to support project delivery
  • Embed yourself into a high-performing, supportive team at Tetra Pak

We believe you have

 

We are looking for someone with:

 

  • Proven success delivering automation or control system projects
  • Experience working with multiple automation platforms, such as Rockwell, Schneider, Siemens, and Aveva.
  • Familiarity with functionality development, factory acceptance testing (FAT) and commissioning activities
  • Strong leadership skills and a willingness to support and grow junior team members
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive, ownership-driven approach
  • The ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • A relevant, university level engineering qualification
  • New Zealand or Australian residency with full working rights

 

The following experience would be advantageous but not essential:

 

  • An understanding of industrial network setup and design
  • Food and beverage industry process knowledge
  • Experience with databases and an understanding of database concepts
  • Experience with older legacy control system

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

 

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/. 

This job posting expires on  June 14, 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.