Automation Project Lead - Capital Projects (Remote)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work option

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark Corporation seeks an Automation Project Execution Engineer to lead Material Movement Automation capital projects across North America, coordinating engineering, layout, and equipment installations to meet automation goals.

The role requires a 5+ year engineering background, experience in capital projects, and the ability to travel >50% in a 24/7 operating environment. Collaboration with suppliers and internal teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 5+ years of related experience, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Expertise in Electrical, Mechanical, Process Engineering or Mechatronics with execution of process/capacity improvements in capital/expense projects.
• Experience leading and delivering capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of Material Movement Automation capital projects across North American manufacturing and distribution locations.
• Manage engineering, facility layout, equipment installation, capacity, and other project activities.
• Partner with Technical Service Providers, suppliers, Procurement, and cross-functional teams to design and implement automation solutions.
• Facilitate design discussions across Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Logistics, EHS, and IT to align scope and requirements.
• Drive value engineering and cost-saving opportunities while ensuring safety, quality, regulatory, and financial requirements.
• Coach and develop Technical Service Providers and project team members to strengthen technical capabilities and improve execution.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Process Engineering

Mechatronics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Kimberly-Clark Corporation seeks an Automation Project Execution Engineer to lead Material Movement Automation capital projects across North America, coordinating engineering, layout, and equipment installations to meet automation goals.

The role requires a 5+ year engineering background, experience in capital projects, and the ability to travel >50% in a 24/7 operating environment. Collaboration with suppliers and internal teams is essential.