Automation Layout Lead — Capital Projects & 50% Travel

Kimberly-Clark USA; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark in the United States seeks an Automation Consultant to lead the layout execution of automation capital projects across North American manufacturing and distribution sites. You will coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Logistics, IT, and suppliers to ensure safe, compliant, on-time deployment while pursuing value engineering and cost savings.

A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field with 5+ years of experience is required; PMP experience is preferred;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field with 5+ years of related experience, or equivalent relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Expertise in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Warehouse Engineering and Design or Mechatronics with a demonstrated ability to translate that knowledge into execution of process and capacity improvements in capital or expense projects.
• Incumbent should have the ability and flexibility to work in a distribution or manufacturing environment with a 24/7 operation.

Responsibilities

• Leading the development and execution of multiple automation capital projects across North American manufacturing and distribution locations.
• Managing project activities related to facility layout, equipment installation, capacity, timelines, and achievement of project objectives.
• Partnering with Technical Service Providers, suppliers, contractors, and cross-functional teams to successfully design and deploy automation solutions.
• Coordinating cross-functional design discussions with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Logistics, EHS, IT, Procurement, and other stakeholders to align on project scope and execution.
• Driving value engineering and cost‑saving opportunities while ensuring projects meet safety, quality, regulatory, financial, and operational requirements.
• Coaching and guiding Technical Service Providers and project team members while managing project documentation, capital appropriation activities, and overall execution.

Skills

Capital project management

Automation in manufacturing

PMP

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Kimberly-Clark in the United States seeks an Automation Consultant to lead the layout execution of automation capital projects across North American manufacturing and distribution sites. You will coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Logistics, IT, and suppliers to ensure safe, compliant, on-time deployment while pursuing value engineering and cost savings.

A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field with 5+ years of experience is required; PMP experience is preferred;