Senior Application EngineerTechnology Specialist
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Job Summary
At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available everywhere; and we protect whats good protecting food protecting people and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of peoples 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.
The Center of Expertise Separation team at Tetra Pak is strengthening its capabilities and is now seeking a Senior Application Specialist/Technology Specialist with deep technical expertise in centrifugal separation technologies and process applications.
In this role you will be the subject matter expert within Tetra Pak driving application excellence across global customer engagements and internal development initiatives. You will play a key role in translating complex process microbiological and operational data into actionable insights supporting both commercial success and technology development.
You will collaborate closely with sales R&D and customers worldwide contributing with advanced knowledge in centrifugal separation microbiology and process optimization. The position is based in Lund Sweden and involves international collaboration and travel up to 25%.
As a Senior Application Specialist you will take a leading role within a highly skilled team of application and technical experts. Your responsibilities will include:
- Drive application expertise within centrifugal separation including process performance microbiological impact and product quality
- Participate/lead performance evaluations and optimization initiatives at customer sites ensuring robust data-driven conclusions
- Collect structure and interpret complex application and process data transforming it into clear recommendations and guidelines
- Integrate microbiological knowledge into separation applications ensuring food safety product integrity and regulatory compliance
- Provide senior-level technical support to the sales organization acting as a trusted advisor in customer discussions
- Drive troubleshooting and root cause analysis in critical customer cases
- Develop and validate application guidelines models and best practices based on operational and experimental data
- Contribute as an expert in development and innovation projects influencing future separation technologies and solutions
- Lead knowledge transfer activities including training mentoring and development of internal capabilities
- Collaborate globally with stakeholders across product development service and commercial functions
- A Masters or PhD degree in Food Engineering Biotechnology Chemical Engineering Microbiology or a related field
- Several years of relevant experience (typically 5 years) within separation technologies food processing or related industries
- Strong expertise in centrifugal separation process engineering and/or microbiological aspects of food production
- Proven ability to handle analyze and interpret large and complex datasets ideally with experience in application modelling or digital tools
- Solid understanding of process performance hygiene design and food safety considerations
- Experience in customer-facing roles technical consulting or cross-functional projects
- Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken)
You are a technical expert with a strong analytical mindset able to navigate both high-level system perspectives and detailed data analysis. You bring:
- A structured and data-driven approach to problem solving
- The ability to translate complex technical and microbiological concepts into clear insights
- Confidence in leading discussions with customers and senior stakeholders
- Strong collaboration skills in global cross-functional environments
- A proactive mindset with the ability to drive initiatives independently under uncertainty
- A passion for sharing knowledge mentoring others and building competence
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 whats good; for food people and the planet apply through our careers page at job posting expires on 30.06.2026
If you have any questions about your application please contact Ilona Szőke.
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.
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Senior IC
About Company
Tetra Pak is the world's leading food processing and packaging solutions company working closely with our customers and suppliers to provide safe food.
