Tetra Pak

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 Processing Systems A/S (Tetra Pak Ice Cream) –The world´s leading supplier of machinery and lines for production, treatment and packing of Ice Cream products – is looking for a Team Leader to join our Automation Engineering Team.

The Automation Engineering Team, located in Aarhus, Denmark, is a competent and innovative team of +25 colleagues who have the responsibility for the development and design of automation solutions for production equipment in the ice cream industry.

What you will do

As Team Leader you will be responsible for a team of 15 Automation Software Engineers and product specialist based in Aarhus and report to the Business Stream Automation Manager.

The team is responsible for development and deployment of automation software for all our processing units in the Ice Cream Business Stream.

You will be reponsible for:

• Drive resource and competence planning to match the long and short-term business needs.
• Secure and lead automation design reviews with team members.
• Apply your technical skills to deliver design and implementation of software solutions.
• Ensure good application of processes & tools.
• Analyse and assist issue resolution.
• Match department competencies to business needs by developing individuals within the department by providing
• appropriate coaching, training and experience to develop skills.
• Drive and manage HR needs of the Automation team members including annual salary review process, day-to-day personal needs and regular feedback on performance.

We believe you have

As the ideal candidate, you have strong leadership and interpersonal skills. You are truly belive in the importance of working and delivering results as a team. Here's what we're looking for:

Experience & Education:

• Degree in engineering with a natural interest in automation, electrical, digitalization, and production processes
• Minimum 10 years of practical experience working as an engineer in the food industry or Automation design
• Minimum 5 years of people management experience with engineers.
• PLC and HMI knowledge (Rockwell, Siemens)
• Proven leadership experience, motivating and coaching direct reports

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 4 August, 2025

If you have any questions about your application, please contact Ilona Szoke or Hiring Manager Rasmus Laerke; +45 284 56172

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.