Talent -Maintenance Engineer Trainee

Future Talent - Maintenance Engineer Trainee

Join Tetra Pak to apply for the Future Talent – Maintenance Engineer Trainee role. The program starts on July 16, 2026 and can be based in Texas or New York. This full‑time permanent position may require travel to customers’ sites up to 80% of the time. Tetra Pak is not sponsoring work visas or relocation for this position.

The Future Talent Programme – Service Delivery Track is a 24‑month journey designed to accelerate the development of recent graduates. You will gain hands‑on skills to become a technical expert in Services, the area responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, installations and commissioning of Tetra Pak’s machines in customer facilities worldwide.

During the program you will:

• Learn how to perform preventive and corrective maintenance, support equipment installations, troubleshoot technical issues, and contribute to performance validation and continuous improvement.
• Work across electrical, mechanical and automation domains on Filling Equipment, Distribution Equipment, Processing Systems and Components.
• Collaborate closely with customers, learning how their operations run and supporting them in calibrations, equipment assessment and service delivery in the Food and Beverage industry.
• Develop a customer‑focused, problem‑solving mindset equipped to take on a field‑based engineering role at the end of the program.

• Deliver efficient support to our customers in programming, commissioning and troubleshooting.
• Perform improvement initiatives focused on equipment performance and reliability.
• Lead prioritization of issues and report & document results using standardized tools.
• Apply maintenance concepts across different technologies and equipment types.
• Collaborate with multi‑functional teams to solve technical challenges and enhance service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety (OHS) standards.
• Develop hands‑on experience with a wide range of technologies and customer environments.

• A technical or engineering degree in Mechatronics, Instrumentation & Control, Automation, Electronics, Industrial Robotics, Mechanical, Electrical or related fields.
• Graduation expected between December 2023 and February 2026.
• Intermediate English communication skills.
• Willingness and availability to travel frequently for on‑site assignments and customer support.
• Strong desire to build a hands‑on career in a field‑based engineering role.
• Passion for learning, problem solving, and applying theoretical knowledge to real‑world challenges.
• Collaborative mindset, strong communication skills, and commitment to excellence.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical systems, electrical components, pneumatics and hydraulics (desirable).
• Experience with PLC programming (Allen Bradley or Siemens), industrial networks or equipment troubleshooting (a plus).
• Awareness of safety standards and a strong commitment to work safely and responsibly.

Tetra Pak provides the following compensation range that in good faith believes it might offer for this position. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all U.S. locations.

• Annual Base Salary Range (ABS): $48,000.00 – $67,000.00.
• Short‑term Incentive/Bonus (Variable Pay):
  Eligible for a performance incentive of either 6% or 10% of ABS, depending on individual and company performance outcomes.
• Benefits: 401(k) company match, paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, company credit card, Tetra Pak gear and toolbox, and more.

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape.
• A culture that pioneers innovation, where 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 what’s good—for food, people, and the planet—apply through our careers page at

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.

Apply through our careers page. For other inquiries, direct message the job poster from Tetra Pak.