Commissioning Engineer

Job Summary

We’re seeking a skilled and motivated Commissioning Engineer to play a key role in ensuring our membrane filtration systems deliver exceptional performance. In this position, you’ll work directly with customers and collaborate across all levels of the organization, making a real impact on our service quality and customer satisfaction. As a vital part of our team, you’ll be responsible for installation, commissioning, and maintenance of our equipment, executing preventive and corrective maintenance, coordinating short‑term planning, and troubleshooting control systems.

You’ll serve as the primary point of contact on‑site, ensuring smooth operations and outstanding support during commissioning activities. The position is based in Brooklyn Park, MN. You will be travelling 50% of your time to our customer sites within the Americas Region. International relocation and work‑visa sponsorship are not considered for this role.

• Support the preparation of customer sites for installation and commissioning of processing equipment.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to prepare materials for plant start‑up, handover, and commissioning activities.
• Independently or collaboratively start up membrane filtration equipment to ensure smooth operation and performance.
• Conduct commissioning and troubleshooting at customer sites, and provide detailed commissioning reports and feedback to sales, project, and development teams.
• Take part in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and I/O testing, often alongside customers at the workshop.
• Train customer operators in the operation and oversight of cheese processing equipment.
• Provide occasional support to internal teams, including assisting with sales efforts, addressing customer claims, contributing to product improvements and development, and participating in on‑site audits.
• Ensure all equipment operates to specification and capacity, making mechanical adjustments as needed to enhance performance and meet customer expectations.
• Perform all duties in strict alignment with Tetra Pak and customer safety standards, ensuring compliance with product quality and food safety requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Dairy Technology, Automation, Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience in the dairy or food industry is a plus, with a focus on equipment installation, maintenance, and/or commissioning.
• Basic understanding of PLC programming, ideally with experience on Siemens or Allen Bradley platforms.
• Experience with Factory Talk View SE HMI development is preferred.
• Familiarity with virtual machines and VMware is a plus.
• Strong background in electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems is highly desirable.
• Prior experience in the food industry with a working knowledge of fluid dynamics and heat transfer is a plus.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
• A collaborative team player with a strong ability to work across departments and functions.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% to customer sites across the U.S. and Canada for equipment start‑up and commissioning.
• Fluent English proficiency is required.

The following compensation range is for a full‑time schedule at all U.S. 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.

• Annual Base Salary Range (ABS): $70,000 USD – $100,100 USD
• Short‑term Incentive/Bonus (Variable Pay):
  Eligible to performance incentive of 10% of ABS
• Benefits: 401(k) company match, paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, and more.

• 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.

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.