Product Engineer

Kimberly-Clark • Neenah, WI

18d • Onsite

About The Position

You were made to do this work: 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. As a Product Engineer, for the Pull Ups® and Goodnites® Develop and Commercialize (D&C) position, you’ll support Product development and team member direction for Pull Ups® and Goodnites® initiatives and projects. You’ll collaborate with Project Teams, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing, and cross-brand R&D peers to help support decisions on consumer-led projects, ensuring the consumer needs are met. You’ll report to an R&D Manager, take work direction from a Senior Product Lead and receive work direction, coaching, and mentoring from team members. In this role, you will:

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science related discipline
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to complete assignments and related activities in an acceptable manner
• Strong Communication skills – for internal and external stakeholder collaboration
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, prioritize and support projects on a self-directed basis
• Demonstrated ability to perform in a team-oriented environment
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to travel up to 30% domestic travel

Nice To Haves

• 1 year or more of related experience
• Fundamental understanding of product and consumer test methods

Responsibilities

• Support and execute product development initiatives from concept through commercialization, with a primary focus on delivering innovative, consumer-preferred diaper products
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&E project leads, Marketing, Manufacturing, Quality, Legal, Insights & Analytics, and other key stakeholders to ensure product designs meet strategic requirements and brand objectives
• Develop and implement comprehensive learning plans, utilizing consumer and technical studies to optimize product performance and substantiation of benefits and claims
• Support and manage product testing, including Home Use Tests (HUTs), consumer fit and experience studies, and lab-scale technical evaluations; analyze data and report key learnings in a clear, retrievable manner
• Champion product design by integrating consumer insights, technical feasibility, and business needs; ensure that product and packaging meet regulatory, safety, and quality standards
• Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of product specifications, industry trends, and competitive landscape; analyze and interpret technical data to improve product attributes and reduce costs

Benefits

• Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options with no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions.
• Access to an on-site fitness center, occupational health nurse, and allowances for high-quality safety equipment.
• Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options and stretch dollars when caring for yourself or dependents.
• Diverse income protection insurance options to protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury, or other unexpected events.
• Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees