Ingénieur Senior en Automatisation
Tetra Pak · Puteaux, Île-de-France, France
- On site
- Full-time
- €85,000 / year
- Puteaux, Île-de-France, France
Job highlights
- Implement automation projects and provide client support.
- Collaborate with global and local technical teams.
- Support sales with technical solutions.
- Commission and troubleshoot automation systems.
- Requires extensive travel and strong technical skills.
About the role
Senior Automation Engineer
Job Summary:
Based in Paris, France, you will join a virtual European team dedicated to Packaging Automation Life Cycle Support. This role requires 50-60% travel.
Key Responsibilities:
- Implement automation projects and services in packaging and standard service products.
- Contribute to new product development and provide comprehensive technical support to clients for automation solutions.
- Support the sales force throughout the commercial process, including understanding needs, developing solutions, and highlighting benefits.
- Collaborate closely with global and local A&D teams, pre-project and project teams, Service teams, and Packaging Solutions.
- Translate client needs into effective automation solutions.
- Prepare, design, and implement automation projects.
- Coordinate work with automation engineers, consultants, and suppliers.
- Gather and verify necessary technical documentation.
- Provide technical concepts for pre-sales and pre-project phases.
- Offer remote assistance, service, and start-up support for Tetra Pak equipment.
- Commission Tetra Pak Line Controllers.
- Diagnose and intervene on low voltage, very low voltage, and database systems.
- Work on various automation platforms (Siemens, Rockwell, Beckhoff).
- Modify PLC programs and recommission installations.
- Finalize project transfers and collaborate with sales and technical teams for problem resolution.
- Write intervention reports and provide necessary documentation to clients and the office.
- Document service activities and update client data (equipment, contracts, etc.).
- Conduct client visits to resolve technical issues in support of Account Managers and Service Managers.
Candidate Profile:
- University degree in Information Technology or Automation with 5-7 years of experience, ideally in the liquid food industry.
- Demonstrated proficiency in automation, MES, industrial IT, and data management.
- Experience or training in automation, electrical/electronic engineering, or control systems.
- Minimum 5 years of industrial automation experience.
- Strong command of the Rockwell platform; Beckhoff is an advantage.
- Excellent written and spoken English and French.
- Excellent written, oral, and computer communication skills.
- Strong customer service and collaboration skills.
- Team spirit and ability to follow established processes.
- Logical, methodical, and diagnostic-oriented approach.
- Autonomy, flexibility, and high personal motivation.
- Ability to quickly learn new technologies.
- Cultural openness and excellent interpersonal skills.
What We Offer:
- Exciting challenges with ample development and training opportunities globally.
- An innovative culture driven by industry experts delivering visible results.
- An equal opportunity recruitment experience valuing diversity and inclusion.
- Competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements.
Key skills/competency
- Automation Specialist
- Packaging Automation
- Industrial IT
- MES
- Rockwell Automation
- Beckhoff
- PLC Programming
- Electrical Engineering
- Control Systems
- Technical Support
Skills & topics
- Automation Engineer
- Senior Automation Engineer
- Packaging Automation
- Industrial Automation
- Rockwell Automation
- PLC
- MES
- Industrial IT
- Control Systems
- Tetra Pak
- Paris
- France
- Field Service
- Technical Support
- Electrical Engineering
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 5-7 years of automation experience, focusing on Rockwell and industrial IT skills relevant to Tetra Pak's packaging automation needs.
- Showcase technical expertise: Emphasize your proficiency in PLC programming, control systems, and troubleshooting low voltage systems, using keywords from the job description.
- Demonstrate collaboration: Provide examples of successful teamwork with sales, project, and service teams, showcasing your ability to translate client needs into technical solutions.
- Prepare for travel: Be ready to discuss your flexibility and adaptability for the 50-60% travel requirement, demonstrating your commitment to supporting clients across Europe.
- Research Tetra Pak's values: Understand their commitment to protecting food, people, and the planet, and align your application and interview responses accordingly.
Technical preparation
Master Rockwell and Beckhoff automation platforms.,Practice PLC programming and system diagnostics.,Review MES and industrial IT concepts.,Prepare for low voltage system troubleshooting.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex automation project you managed.,How do you handle client technical challenges?,Share an experience of collaborating with sales teams.,How do you ensure quality in technical documentation?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Senior Automation Engineer at Tetra Pak?
- The Senior Automation Engineer at Tetra Pak is responsible for implementing automation projects in packaging, providing technical support to clients and sales teams, troubleshooting systems, and collaborating with various internal departments. This role involves significant client interaction and requires a strong understanding of automation platforms like Rockwell and Beckhoff.
- What specific technical skills are essential for this Senior Automation Engineer role at Tetra Pak?
- Essential technical skills include a strong command of automation, MES, industrial IT, data management, PLC programming, and experience with platforms like Rockwell (primary) and Beckhoff (advantageous). Proficiency in diagnosing and intervening on low voltage, very low voltage, and database systems is also crucial.
- Is this a remote or on-site position at Tetra Pak?
- The position is based in Paris, France, and involves significant travel (50-60%) to client sites and project locations across Europe. While the team is virtual, the role requires a physical presence in Paris and extensive fieldwork.
- What is the expected travel frequency for the Senior Automation Engineer role at Tetra Pak?
- The role requires a substantial amount of travel, estimated at 50% to 60% of the time. This travel will involve supporting projects, providing on-site service, and conducting client visits across Europe.
- What educational background and experience does Tetra Pak look for in a Senior Automation Engineer?
- Tetra Pak seeks candidates with a university degree in Information Technology or Automation, complemented by 5-7 years of experience in industrial automation, ideally within the liquid food industry. A minimum of 5 years specifically in industrial automation is required.
- How important are language skills for the Senior Automation Engineer position?
- Excellent written and spoken proficiency in both English and French is essential for this role. Strong communication skills are vital for interacting with international clients, internal teams, and for producing technical documentation.
- What career development opportunities are available at Tetra Pak for a Senior Automation Engineer?
- Tetra Pak offers a variety of exciting challenges with numerous opportunities for development and training within a global framework. They foster an innovative culture where experts contribute to visible results, providing a strong platform for career growth.
- How does Tetra Pak approach diversity and inclusion in its hiring process for the Senior Automation Engineer role?
- Tetra Pak is committed to an equal opportunity recruitment experience that values diversity and inclusion. They aim to build teams that reflect the diverse world they serve, ensuring all candidates are considered fairly.