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Automation Engineer

Tetra Pak


Job Location:

Tokyo - Japan

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 18 August 2026 (16 days ago)
Application Deadline: 15 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available everywhere; and we protect whats good protecting food protecting people and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of peoples 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

We are seeking an Automation Engineer who can work independently to lead and manage technical projects/pre-projects with responsibility for budget quality and schedule. The role involves overseeing upgrade projects as well as L0 - L2 CE projects & L3/L3 CE projects with guidance. The successful candidate will provide leadership and coordination for multidisciplinary teams working closely with both internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure successful project execution and delivery.

What you will do

As our Electrical Engineer will do:

  1. Coordinate and manage all automation engineering and design activities/changes throughout the project lifecycle
  2. Ensure the engineering aligns with the Tetra Pak automation standards as well as the local industry practices
  3. Lead technical discussions and provide engineering support to customers suppliers and other project stakeholders
  4. Support the pre-project team with cost estimation risk assessments technical coordination and project planning activities
  5. Organize facilitate and lead design reviews technical reviews and risk assessment workshops
  6. Provide on-site supervision and technical support during installation commissioning and project handover activities

Travel frequency
Depending on the projects assigned this position may require travel for approximately 50-60% of the time. Business trips can vary in duration ranging from several weeks to several months depending on project scope location and execution requirements.

We believe you have

1. At least 3-5 years working experience as Automation Engineer
2. Native level Japanese and Business level English proficiency

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 whats good; for food people and the planet apply through our careers page at job posting expires on 31/10/2026.

If you have any questions about your application please contact Shun Aoki.

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.


Required Experience:

IC


About Company

Manufacture of packaging products including cartons and straws; distribution of food service machinery including processing equipment; distribution of industrial automation machinery and equipment including conveyors, accumulators, cardboard packers, crates, roll containers and film w ... View more

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