Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Job Location:
Winsted, Minnesota United States
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 SummaryTetra Pak Processing Systems Americas, based in Winsted, Minnesota, designs and manufactures food processing solutions for customers across North, Central, and South America, as well as the Caribbean. As part of the Liquid Food Systems business, the team develops customized processing equipment for the dairy, beverage, and prepared food industries.
We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join a collaborative engineering team responsible for designing stainless-steel food processing systems that meet specific customer requirements. In this role, you will support projects from order intake through manufacturing and final delivery, helping ensure solutions are delivered efficiently and to a high standard.
You will work closely with manufacturing teams, suppliers, and engineering colleagues in Sweden to develop mechanical designs for a wide range of food processing applications. This is an opportunity to contribute to highly customized solutions while gaining exposure to global collaboration and diverse technologies.
Because every customer and product is different, this role offers a variety of technical challenges and learning opportunities. It also provides the potential for future growth within a global engineering organization.
You will be based in Winsted, Minnesota, USA.
You may be required to travel to Sweden for training and work exchange as needed, up to 30 days per year.
Tetra Pak is not considering applicants (Internal or External) who require International relocation to the United States.
Tetra Pak is not sponsoring work be work authorized in the United States on a full time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to F-1 (student) visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full time basis.
What you will doAs a Mechanical Engineer, you will:
- Be part of a team that is responsible for the mechanical design of stainless-steel food manufacturing equipment for customer orders throughout the whole order process.
- Create 3D models in Autodesk Inventor.
- Create 2D drawings that will be used during manufacturing.
- Create coordinates for automatic pipe bending machines.
- Extract pipes and fitting lists that will be used as a BOM for purchasing and manufacturing.
- Assist the assemblers in the workshop if any questions arise.
- Communicate with Mechanical Design Owners in Sweden (find information about the latest changes, quick estimate of a layout suggestion for Sales Support, provide feedback to Sweden regarding any suggestions for improvement).
- Work with component supplier in development projects.
We believe you have- A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering field, or an associate degree with relevant practical experience;
- Fluency in English, with conversational Spanish considered an advantage;
- Working knowledge of Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office applications;
- Experience creating mechanical designs and technical drawings, ideally within food processing, manufacturing, or a similar industry, with familiarity in hygienic design, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Pasteurized Milk Ordinance (PMO) standards;
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and maintain a customer-focused approach.
Pay EquityTetra Pak provides the following compensation range that in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Ranges are determined by role, level and location. Within the range, individual pay is defined by work location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule. The estimate displayed is just one component of Tetra Pak's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards include annual performance bonus, competitive benefits, and work-related allowances.
Annual Base Salary Range (ABS): $ USD 60,600.00 - 86,400.00
Short-term Incentive/Bonus (Variable Pay): Eligible to performance incentive of 10% of ABS
Benefits: 401k company match, paid time off, paid holidays, Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, Paid parental leave and much more!
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 NowIf 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
November 10.
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.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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