Lead Mechanical Engineer
Listed on 2026-08-02
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Engineering
As a person, you’re a learner – a natural leader – someone who is always taking initiative to make things better and bring others along with you. You live your life in alignment with the highest values of integrity and quality, always ensuring your responsibilities become a long-term success story. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world.
It starts with YOU.
In one of our manufacturing roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the center. Job responsibilities include:
- Champion safety and hold self and others accountable to Loss Prevention & Control standards.
- Lead the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes to achieve business objectives and cost savings.
- Apply engineering expertise and provide technical leadership, guidance, and problem-solving support.
- Ensure effective security, documentation, and protection of critical and proprietary information.
- Identify, analyze, and resolve operational challenges to improve performance and achieve objectives.
- Lead projects in compliance with corporate policies, emphasizing internal controls and financial integrity.
- Communicate effectively to drive engagement, collaboration, and organizational alignment.
- Develop talent and improve process quality by coaching others, reducing variability, and implementing continuous improvements.
To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's or advanced degree in an Engineering related-discipline from an accredited institution.
- 5+ years of technical and/or operational experience
- Proficiency in SAP and experienced in asset maintenance and reliability programs.
- Demonstrated experience in successfully executing significant project management skills.
- Collaborative work style with the ability to improve teamwork and drive results.
- Strong knowledge and background in Manufacturing/production including a demonstrated ability to translate that knowledge into execution of process.
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
- Knowledge of the following Process Technologies:
Merging Tissue-making Applications contributing to Converting Processes. - Winding and Web Handling experience.
- OEM Equipment Design.
- Experience in:
Infrastructure systems maintenance, TALCM (Total Asset Life Cycle Maximization), TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), RCM (Reliability Centered Maintenance), SMED (Single-Minute Exchange of Die) process, and/or Project management certification.
We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're 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 you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see
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 encompasses the experiences of our consumers.
When 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 local policies.
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-Clark’s applicable mobility policies.
The benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clark’s sole discretion.
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