Kimberly-Clark Corporation

Lead Electrical Engineer

Kimberly-Clark Corporation$96K — $118K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • 3+ years of industrial experience in high-speed consumer product manufacturing
  • Proven track record in cross-functional team performance
  • Familiarity with PLCs, variable speed motor drives, HMI, and instrumentation
  • Understanding of power distribution systems

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and optimization of electrical equipment and processes
  • Manage multiple initiatives to enhance asset performance
  • Identify cost savings and adhere to budget management
  • Conduct root cause analysis for complex technical issues
  • Support and mentor less experienced engineers and technicians
  • Document and communicate issues with existing equipment
  • Coordinate with maintenance for troubleshooting complex electrical issues

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan
  • Focus on career development and training opportunities
  • Work environment that promotes sustainability and inclusion
  • Engagement in a performance culture dedicated to solving real-world problems
  • Supportive resources for employee well-being and success
Full Job Description
Lead Electrical Engineer

Job Description

The Lead Electrical Engineer role will provide leadership and creativity in the design, development, optimization, problem solving, and operation of assigned assets & supporting processes in a manner that meets safety and operational performance expectations. This position will focus on driving continuous improvement, reducing obsolescence, and improving reliability for the assets they support.   

You were made to create Better Care for a Better World: exploring uncharted questions, engineering innovative solutions, advancing scientific understanding, and constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. You want to be part of a performance culture dedicated to solving real-world problems with purpose and precision. You want to work in an environment that promotes sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. In this role, you’ll help us shape the future and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

It starts with YOU.

About You

In one of our engineering 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:

  • Develop and deliver equipment and processes that meet safety requirements, policies, and guidelines. Provides for the safety and well-being of operators, maintenance, and other personnel.
  • Manage multiple medium-to-large initiatives to deliver improvements to asset performance or mill systems; lead major initiatives for breakthrough improvements, solving higher level problems for the plant
  • Identify cost savings opportunities and manage expense spending to asset budget
  • Develop knowledge and skills in leadership of the application of engineering principles, scientific analysis, LEAN principles, and project management.
  • Seeks, recognizes, defines, and solves complex technical issues to root cause to achieve objectives.
  • Participates in the development of others within the area of the incumbent's expertise, including the creation of knowledge transfer documentation materials.
  • Support maintenance personnel when troubleshooting complex issues.
  • Identify and document issues and opportunities with existing equipment.
  • Support and participate in training plans for electrical resources at the site
  • Lead a safety work team
  • Partner with maintenance on reliability projects requiring electrical support
  • Assist in developing and managing strategic obsolescence replacement plan
  • Assist team with trial planning and trial preparation
  • Support assets using engineering knowledge, including being on-call and potential shift coverage

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

  • Requires a Bachelor or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
  • 3+ years industrial experience in a variety of electrically technical or operational assignments in a high-speed consumer product manufacturing and/or staff environment.
  • A demonstrated ability to perform in cross-functional teams to achieve objectives within required timeframes.
  • Experience with PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers); variable speed motor drives; HMI (Human Machine Interfaces) distributed control systems; instrumentation; and power distribution.

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​

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.

This is a P2/Grade 10 and compensation may vary based on location. 

#LI-ONSITE

 Salary Range: 96,100 – 118,700 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 LocationChester Mill

Additional Locations

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time

About Kimberly-Clark Corporation

Kimberly-Clark is leading the world in essentials for a better life. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with nearly 58,000 employees worldwide and manufacturing operations in 37 countries, Kimberly-Clark posted sales of $21.1 billion in 2012. Kimberly-Clark and its well-known global brands are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries. Every day, almost a quarter of the world's population trust K-C's brand and the solutions they provide to enhance their health, hygiene and well-being. With brands such as Kleenex®, Scott®, Viva® Towels, Cottonelle®, Huggies®, Pull-Ups®, Goodnites®, U by Kotex®, Kotex®, Poise®, and Depend®, Kimberly-Clark holds the No. 1 or 2 share position in more than 80 countries.

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At Kimberly-Clark Corporation, you will collaborate with some of the most talented professionals in the industry. Our team is dedicated to excellence and innovation in everything from consumer goods to essential products that enhance health and hygiene around the world. With a culture that fosters growth and leadership, you will be at the forefront of industry developments, driving change and making an impact.

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Working at Kimberly-Clark means being part of a global community that values diversity, teamwork, and mutual respect. Our employees enjoy competitive benefits, a dynamic work environment, and the chance to make a real difference in people’s lives. From research and development to marketing and sales, every position plays a critical role in our success.

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Learn more about Kimberly-Clark Corporation
Size
45,000 employees
Market Cap
$46.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.3 billion
Founded
1872
5 Year Trend
+1.2%
Revenue
$19.1 billion
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