Test Engineer

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.

As Test Engineer in the Business Stream Ice Cream, we are seeking a detail oriented and technically skilled engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for testing and validating the performance, safety, and reliability of ice cream manufacturing equipment. This role involves working closely with the design and production teams to ensure equipment meets industry standards and meets customer expectations. Commissioning and onsite customer support will be part of the job role. The position will be based in Chakan, Pune, India. In addition, you will have the opportunity to support the engineering team to provide the best fit solution. The position entails flexible travelling across the globe (consuming around 40% of your time).

As Test Engineer you will be responsible for:

• Develop and execute test plans and procedures for ice cream equipment.
• Perform functional, performance, and safety testing.
• Document test results and provide feedback to engineering teams.
• Identify and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product quality.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards.
• Coordinate with fabrication team to ensure on time delivery of the modules/skids.
• Supporting SuM technically to validate local suppliers.
• Leading the project on time, on budget and on scope within the required quality from small to large scale technical projects from initial customer needs captured and evaluated to firm quotation and handover to implementation team..
• Preparing, organizing and leading commissioning and performance commitments.
• Close cooperation with the production team.
• Support site installation team as and when required for critical process/utility installation.
• Technical coordination with cross-functional team
• Lead commissioning activity up to customer handover to make high customer satisfaction level.
• Act as an ambassador for Tetra Pak.

• University degree or equivalent in Mechanical / Electrical / Related Engineering is required
• Fluent English language skills, both verbal and written
• Minimum 5 7 years of work experience with testing and commissioning, of modular highly automated food equipment, preferably Ice Cream Equipment
• Knowledge of testing methodologies and tools
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Experience in a client facing role; customer focused mindset
• Good understanding of service business and customers' needs
• Good technical and negotiations skills
• Good level of analytical problem solving methodology
• Self driven, decisive, highly motivated, independent personality
• Very good practice with MS office tools (Excel, Word, Project) and SAP required for business reporting purposes
• Familiar with general engineering and drawing software tools used for large scale plant engineering (e g. AutoCAD, CREO etc)
• Perform machine synchronization tasks to ensure seamless integration of components.
• Support commissioning activities including setup, calibration, and validation of ice cream equipment.
• Collaborate with automation engineers to implement and test control systems.
• Experience with machine synchronization and control systems.
• Knowledge of automation tools and PLC programming.
• Ability to troubleshoot and optimize automated processes.

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 what's good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at  

This job posting expires on 31/09/2025.

If you have any questions about your application, please contact Ephraim Kwa.

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.