Lead Engineer Mechanical

Job Description

Youre not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because were out to create Better Care for a Better World and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here youll bring your professional expertise talent and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic ground-breaking this role youll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

In this role you will:The incumbent will serve as a Lead Mechanical Engineer and work with a team to identify problems and develop solutions for experimental manufacturing and converting assets and facility support systems. The incumbent will provide leadership and support to the development design installation and/or optimization of new or existing assets. The incumbent will collaborate broadly inside the corporation with R&E pilot facility mill and multifunctional team members and outside the corporation with vendors. The incumbent will report to a Family Care Operations and Engineering Team Leader.

• Provide leadership by example in safety ethics quality regulatory sustainability inclusion and diversity while managing self in accordance with expected KC competencies.

• Coach and mentor team members to increase technical understanding and ability to execute programs to improve business results.

• Conceive develop validate and share ideas leading to new or improved products processes materials systems or scientific knowledge aligned with business unit objectives while forecasting business needs 3 plus years out to drive long term competitive advantage.

• Prepare and implement project and facility budgets and schedules. Implement appropriate internal controls and standards to ensure compliance with applicable policies laws and regulations.

• Maintain technical and scientific expertise in an area of technology and communicate impact of developments on Kimberly-Clark.

• Communicate appropriately and effectively with all customers internal and external conducting all communications and transactions with the utmost integrity and honesty so as to build an unimpeachable business reputation.

• Drive a culture of protected and documented innovation to protect and defend K-C proprietary technology products and business processes through appropriate use of patents and trade secrets. This includes completing required project documentation through EFS EDR and Appropriation activities and following PMP documentation including Corporate Financial Instructions (CFIs).

About Us

Huggies. Kleenex. Cottonelle. Scott. Kotex. Poise. Depend. Kimberly-Clark Professional. You already know our legendary brandsand so does the rest of the fact millions of people use Kimberly-Clark products every day. We know these amazing Kimberly-Clark products wouldnt exist without talented professionals like you.

At Kimberly-Clark youll be part of the best team committed to driving innovation growth and impact. Were founded on more than 150 years of market leadership and were always looking for new and better ways to perform so theres your open door of opportunity. Its all here for you at Kimberly-Clark.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

About You

You perform at the highest level possible and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability inclusion wellbeing and career development.

You love what you do especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark were constantly exploring new ideas on how when and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team youll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.

To succeed in this role you will need the following qualifications:

• A bachelors degree Masters degree or a PHD degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline (e.g. Science or Engineering related)

• 2 plus years of related technical experience in mill production or staff R&E assignments.

Preferred

• Preferred candidate has high-speed converting and/or paper manufacturing experience. Key technology areas include:

  • Mechanical Design and 3D printing experience.

  • Knowledge of or willingness and ability to learn paper manufacturing and converting expertise

• Demonstrated proficiency with the following Engineering and design competencies:

  • Design of Experiments

  • Data & Statistical Analysis

  • Engineering Economics

• Demonstrated ability to teach technical core competencies and mentor younger engineers

• Strong fundamentals in engineering systems and tools to drive technical innovation.

• Proven ability to establish strong effective cross-functional network at enterprise level.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to discuss technical issues in a business environment (mill technical operations resources suppliers management etc.)

• The ability to adapt to rapidly changing business priorities and assignments.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently or to lead a team to complete projects within required timeframe and budget.

• Ability to lead and direct a diverse team of KC and external personnel to define and execute projects that successfully meet business objectives.

Total Benefits

Here are just a few of the benefits youd enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview see .

Great support for good health with medical dental and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions. Access to an on-site fitness center occupational health nurse and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.

Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.

Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness injury or other unexpected events.

Additional programs and support to continue your education adopt a child relocate or even find temporary childcare.

To Be Considered
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And finally the fine print.

For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompassesthe experiences of our you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity age pregnancy genetic information citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by law.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities and skills required for this position.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests which may include drug screening background check and DMV check.

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.

Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role.

The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clarks applicable mobility benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clarks sole discretion.

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