Engineering Technician Mechanical - Packaging & Mill Sustaining

Engineering Technician Mechanical – Packaging & Mill Sustaining

Engineering Technicians at Kimberly Clark Corporation work as members of an engineering team creating product & process designs necessary to meet our ever‑changing market requirements. This position supports the design, development, and optimization of our packaging equipment systems globally as well as supporting other projects as business needs dictate. Travel to our suppliers and manufacturing sites, largely in North America, is appropriate based on project specific needs.

• Work closely with mill teams and vendors to ensure packaging machine capability and overall project success.
• Manage packaging machine Grade Change documentation and associated workflows.
• Evaluate packaging equipment needs and issue requisitions and purchase orders.
• Lead and execute small, non‑capital mill projects.
• Design mechanical parts and assemblies for vendor machines and testing.
• Assist with packaging layouts and manufacturing process layouts, with emphasis on packaging operations.
• Participate in equipment / process checkouts and machine start‑ups to validate designs.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and technical accuracy.
• Identify, define, and resolve engineering and technical problems.
• Apply established engineering standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Continuously develop technical skills and knowledge as an equipment designer/developer.
• Design equipment and processes that meet safety codes, policies, and guidelines, ensuring operator and maintenance safety.
• Maintain secure and accurate documentation to protect proprietary information and ensure data retrieval.

• Two‑year technical associate degree in mechanical design technology, electro‑mechanical technology, machine design, or other technical area of specialization and 0–3 years engineering experience.
• Demonstrated competency in design and use of engineering systems/tools, including Computer Aided Design (AutoCAD & Solid Works).
• Demonstrated ability to complete projects within required time frames; demonstrated capability to build individual talent (continuing self‑development).
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, and ability to interact with customers, cross‑functional team members, and outside suppliers.
• Ability to apply engineering principles, standards, and procedures in the execution of projects and programs to advance process innovation.
• Demonstrated ability to accomplish tasks independently while functioning in a team environment to complete projects within required timeframe and budget.
• Experience with robotic systems and/or simulations (preferred).

On‑site and remote office conditions under KC Flex that Works Policy. Manufacturing facilities, vendor, OEM visits as projects dictate (i.e., equipment review, acceptance testing, etc.). Travel is required; typical level of travel is 10–20%, heavier travel may be required at times during project installations depending on duration or complexity of the project.

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.