Sr. Engineer Mechanical IC & Facial

Job Description

Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies Kleenex Cottonelle Scott Kotex Poise Depend and Kimberly-Clark Professional At Kimberly-Clark its all here for youinnovation growth and the chance to make a real impact.

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.

You were made to create Better Care for a Better World: as Preventing and fixing problems on technologically advanced high-speed machines that produce top-notch products for ¼ of the worlds population is no easy feat but its worth it when youre recognized often by your manager supported by your team and see the products you produce being used by your own family at the end of the day.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Senior Mechanical Engineer serves as a key technical leader within the Enterprise Capital Engineering organization providing mechanical engineering and project leadership to drive successful capital project execution. This role is responsible for leading the development design and implementation of select capital projects ensuring that equipment and system solutions meet business needs for capacity capability innovation safety and obsolescence mitigation.

This role will oversee all phases of capital project deliveryincluding conceptual layout detailed design value engineering procurement support installation commissioning and optimizationwhile ensuring alignment with technical standards cost targets and schedule expectations.

Success in this role requires strong cross-functional collaboration. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will partner closely with Supply Chain R&D Procurement Finance manufacturing sites OEM equipment suppliers technical service providers and construction contractors to deliver robust efficient and innovative mechanical solutions that enable long-term operational excellence.

In this role you will:

• Drive the development and execution of capital projects using the KC NA Project Management Practices (PMP) process as projects are assigned.

• Provide leadership by example in safety ethics quality regulatory and sustainability and ensure that all elements of the corporate Human Resources Development and Diversity policy are fully supported.

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

• Effectively collaborate with a cross-functional team that includes R&D Supply Chain mill operations procurement equipment suppliers and external service providers.

• Maintain technical and scientific expertise in an area of technology and communicate impact of developments on Kimberly-Clark. This may include serving as a User Group lead in a specific area of technology or skill to drive learning as well as strategy for future projects/initiatives.

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

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

• Conceive develop validate and share ideas leading to new or improved products processes materials systems or scientific knowledge aligned with business unit objectives.

• 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).

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:

• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or relevant discipline (e.g. Science or Engineering related)

• 10 years of related technical experience in mill production or manufacturing operations and/or capital project management.

• Preferred candidate has paper experience ideally subject matter expertise in tissue machine and/or converting operations. Key technology areas include:

  • Tissue Manufacturing - stock prep wastewater chemical handling power/utilities and tissue machine operations.

  • Tissue Converting - Unwinding rewinding calendaring coating folding cutting conveying wrapping bundling cartooning case packing and palletizing.

  • Wipes Manufacturing & Converting Airlaid Sanitary Manufacturing Sanitary Converting technologies and processes

• Demonstrated proficiency with the following Mechanical Engineering competencies:

  • Project Management

  • AutoCAD SolidWorks

  • Machine/Prototype Design

  • Engineering Economics

  • Stress Analysis

  • Dynamic Systems

  • Heat Transfer/Thermodynamics

  • Computer Analysis/Simulation

  • Fluid Mechanics

  • Material Science

• Able to teach mechanical & technical competencies and project management skills to junior engineers.

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

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

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Office setting is primary work environment with periodic visits to manufacturing facilities Vendor or OEM site visits as projects dictate (i.e. equipment review acceptance testing etc.)

• Travel is required for this role. Typical level of travel is 20-30% heavier travel may be required at times during project installations depending on duration or complexity of project.

Total Benefits

We believe that our employees are our greatest asset and were committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If youre looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.

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

To Be Considered

Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.

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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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