Lead Mechanical Engineer

Kimberlyclark; Corinth (MS); On-site; USD 87,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark in Corinth, MS seeks a Lead Mechanical Engineer to drive design, safety, and reliability across tissue converting operations. You will lead cross-functional teams and apply engineering principles to optimize equipment and processes for world-class performance.

The role emphasizes collaboration, on-site support, and continuous improvement, with a focus on safety, quality, and plant efficiency. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and relocation support as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in an engineering-related field.
• 3+ years of technical, operation, or co-op/intern experience.
• Collaborative work style with ability to improve teamwork and drive results.
• Experience in Manufacturing/production and translating knowledge into execution.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety, environmental compliance, and risk prevention through equipment design and process improvements.
• Provide technical leadership for tissue converting equipment and processes.
• Apply engineering principles, analysis, and project management to drive results.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical and operational issues, including root-cause elimination.
• Partner with operations, maintenance, reliability, and external vendors to achieve plant objectives.
• Deliver on-site technical support as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement to safety, reliability, quality, and productivity.

Skills

3+ years experience

Collaborative work style

Manufacturing knowledge

Education

Engineering degree (Bachelor's or higher)

Mechanical Engineering degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Asset maintenance & reliability programs

Job description

Lead Mechanical Engineer

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.

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.

About 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:

• Championing safety, environmental compliance, and risk prevention through equipment design, process improvements, and leadership.
• Provide technical leadership for the optimization of tissue converting equipment and processes.
• Applying engineering principles, scientific analysis, and project management methodologies to drive business results.
• Identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving complex technical and operational issues, including root cause elimination.
• Partnering cross‑functionally with operations, maintenance, reliability, and external vendors to achieve plant objectives.
• Delivering occasional on‑call and on‑site technical support as needed.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, reliability, quality, and productivity.

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.
• 3+ years of technical , operation or co‑op/intern experience.
• Collaborative work style with the ability to improve teamwork and drive results.
• Knowledge and/or background in Manufacturing/production including a demonstrated ability to translate that knowledge into execution of process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
• Proficiency in SAP and experienced in asset maintenance and reliability programs.
• 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.

Led by Purpose. Driven by You.

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.

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.

Salary Range: 87,260 – 107,780 USD. At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. 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. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.

Primary Location

Corinth Mill KC Prof Products

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time