Automation Project Execution Engineer & Layout Specialist

Kimberly-Clark Corporation; Illinois; Remote; USD 106,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Benefits package

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark Corporation in the United States is seeking an Automation Project Execution Engineer & Layout Specialist to lead automation capital projects across North America, including layout, installation, capacity, PLC programming, and electrical engineering.

You will drive stakeholder engagement, coach project teams, and prioritize value engineering while ensuring safety, regulatory, and quality standards across logistics, supply chain, operations, and IT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field with 5+ years' experience.
• Experience translating engineering knowledge into capital or expense project execution.
• Ability to lead capital projects in a 24/7 distribution/manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of North America automation capital projects (layout, installation, PLC programming, electrical engineering).
• Drive TSP engagement with Procurement and project teams to meet objectives.
• Coach and manage TSPs and team members to raise technical capabilities.
• Identify value engineering and cost-saving opportunities during project execution.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, quality, and engineering standards.
• Collaborate across Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations, Procurement, Engineering, EHS, IT and external providers.
• Complete project documentation (EFS, EDR, appropriation activities, Corporate Financial Instructions).
• Lead design and scope discussions with Plant and Central teams for alignment.

Skills

Capital project management

Project execution

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Related field or equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

AGVs/AMRs robotics

Warehouse design

Job description

Automation Project Execution Engineer & Layout Specialist Job Description Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies®, Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Kotex®, Poise®, Depend®, and Kimberly-Clark Professional®. At Kimberly-Clark, it’s all here for you—innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact. You were made to create Better Care for a Better World. As a person, you’re a problem-solver – a connector – someone who thrives on creating order from complexity and driving continuous improvement. You see the big picture while mastering the details, ensuring that every product, process, and partnership flows with precision and purpose. You live your life in alignment with the highest values of integrity, efficiency, and collaboration, always working to turn today’s challenges into tomorrow’s success stories. 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 Supply Chain 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:

• Leading the development and execution of North America automation capital projects, including layout, installation, capacity, PLC programming, and electrical engineering activities.
• Driving TSP engagement and collaborating with Procurement and project teams to achieve key project objectives and metrics.
• Coaching and managing TSPs and project team members to strengthen technical capabilities and execution.
• Prioritizing value engineering and cost-saving opportunities throughout project execution.
• Ensuring compliance with corporate safety, regulatory, quality, and engineering requirements.
• Collaborating across Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations, Procurement, Engineering, EHS, IT, equipment suppliers, and external service providers.
• Completing required project documentation, including EFS, EDR, appropriation activities, and Corporate Financial Instructions.
• Leading design and scope discussions with Plant and Central teams to gain alignment and incorporate stakeholder feedback.

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

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering 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 or Mechatronics with a demonstrated ability to translate that knowledge into execution of process and capacity improvements in capital or expense projects.
• Demonstrated success in leading and delivering on capital projects - management/execution Incumbent should have the ability and flexibility to work in a distribution or manufacturing environment with a 24/7 operation.
• Must be able to travel up to 50+% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the design requirement and safe operation of high-speed tissue manufacturing / Tissue Converting, high-speed personal care product manufacturing equipment and Logistics/Distribution facilities processes with an ability to translate that knowledge in support of automation implementation projects.
• Experience in a combination of engineering, operations, and/or leadership Experience with logistics and/or manufacturing automation technologies such as AGVs, AMRs, 6 axis robotics, etc. with desire to grow and employ that knowledge as a subject matter expert.
• Related technical experience includes various roles at both mill/staff locations and/or cross sector experiences including AutoCAD and warehouse design.
• Demonstrated success in managing TSPs supporting project execution.
• Familiarity with capital project management, equipment installations and start-ups Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

Salary Range

105,740 – 130,620 USD

Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan.

Location & Worker Type

Primary Location USA-REMOTE Additional Locations Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time

Total Benefits

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 www.mykcbenefits.com.

Company Information

Fueled by ingenuity, creativity, and an understanding of people's most essential needs, we're working to find new ways to make a positive impact on the world we share. Kimberly-Clark and its trusted brands, including Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, Kotex, Cottonelle, Poise, Depend, Andrex, Pull-Ups, GoodNites, Intimus, Neve, Plenitud, Sweety, Softex, Viva and WypAll, are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries by helping individuals experience more of what's important to them. We use sustainable practices that support a healthy planet, build stronger communities, and ensure our business thrives for decades to come. To learn more about the company's 150-year history of innovation, visit kimberly-clark.com.

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. This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.