Sr. Engineer Mechanical - IC & Facial

Sr. Engineer Mechanical

• IC & Facial 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're not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we're out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you'll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you'll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU. You were made to create Better Care for a

Better World:

as Preventing and fixing problems on technologically advanced, high-speed machines that produce top-notch products for ¼ of the world's population is no easy feat, but it's worth it when you're recognized often by your manager, supported by your team, and see the products you produce being used by your own family at the end of the day.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

The Senior Mechanical Engineer serves as a key technical leader within the Enterprise Capital Engineering organization, providing mechanical engineering and project leadership to drive successful capital project execution. This role is responsible for leading the development, design, and implementation of select capital projects, ensuring that equipment and system solutions meet business needs for capacity, capability, innovation, safety, and obsolescence mitigation. This role will oversee all phases of capital project delivery—including conceptual layout, detailed design, value engineering, procurement support, installation, commissioning, and optimization—while ensuring alignment with technical standards, cost targets, and schedule expectations. Success in this role requires strong cross-functional collaboration. The Senior Mechanical Engineer will partner closely with Supply Chain, R D, Procurement, Finance, manufacturing sites, OEM equipment suppliers, technical service providers, and construction contractors to deliver robust, efficient, and innovative mechanical solutions that enable long-term operational excellence. In this role, you will: Drive the development and execution of capital projects using the KC NA Project Management Practices (PMP) process as projects are assigned. Provide leadership by example in safety, ethics, quality, regulatory, and sustainability, and ensure that all elements of the corporate Human Resources Development and Diversity policy are fully supported. Coach and mentor team members to increase technical understanding and ability to execute programs to improve Family Care's business results. Effectively collaborate with a cross-functional team that includes R D, Supply Chain, mill operations, procurement, equipment suppliers and external service providers. Maintain technical and scientific expertise in an area of technology and communicate impact of developments on Kimberly-Clark. This may include serving as a User Group lead in a specific area of technology or skill to drive learning as well as strategy for future projects/initiatives. Maintain technical and scientific expertise in an area of technology and communicate impact of developments on Kimberly-Clark. Prepare and implement unit budgets and schedules. Implement appropriate internal controls and standards to ensure compliance with applicable policies, laws and regulations. Conceive, develop, validate, and share ideas leading to new or improved products, processes, materials, systems or scientific knowledge aligned with business unit objectives. Drive a culture of protected and documented innovation to protect and defend K-C proprietary technology, products, and business processes through appropriate use of patents and trade secrets. This includes completing required project documentation through EFS, EDR, and Appropriation activities and following PMP documentation including Corporate Financial Instructions (CFIs). Led by Purpose. Driven by You. About You You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we're constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, you'll experience

Flex That Works:

flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business. To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or relevant discipline (e.g. Science or Engineering related) 10+ years of related technical experience in mill, production or manufacturing operations and/or capital project management. Preferred candidate has paper experience, ideally subject matter expertise in tissue machine and/or converting operations.

Key technology areas include:

Tissue Manufacturing

• stock prep, wastewater, chemical handling, power/utilities, and tissue machine operations. Tissue Converting
• Unwinding, rewinding, calendaring, coating, folding, cutting, conveying, wrapping, bundling, cartooning, case packing, and palletizing. Wipes Manufacturing & Converting
• Airlaid, Sanitary Manufacturing, Sanitary Converting technologies and processes Demonstrated proficiency with the following Mechanical Engineering competencies: Project Management AutoCAD, SolidWorks Machine/Prototype Design Engineering Economics Stress Analysis Dynamic Systems Heat Transfer/Thermodynamics Computer Analysis/Simulation Fluid Mechanics Material Science Able to teach mechanical & technical competencies and project management skills to junior engineers.

Strong fundamentals in engineering systems and tools to drive technical innovation. Proven ability to establish strong, effective cross-functional network. Strong verbal and written communication skills. The ability to adapt to rapidly changing business priorities and assignments. Demonstrated ability to work independently or to lead a team to complete projects within required timeframe and budget. Ability to lead and direct a diverse team of KC and external personnel to define and execute projects that successfully meet business objectives. 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 To Be Considered Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role. In the meantime, please check out the careers website. 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 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. #

LI-Onsite Salary Range:

116,380

• 143,740 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 New Milford Mill Additional Locations Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time 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.