Senior Mechanical Engineer

Kimberly-Clark • Jenks, OK

370d

About The Position

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. The Senior Mechanical Engineer for this role will provide leadership and creativity in the design, development, start-up, optimization and ongoing support of OEE improvement initiatives and projects. Candidates must have expertise across multiple technologies and will have a demonstrated ability to effectively provide specific project work direction to a broad range of team members. The incumbent reports to the Tissue Manufacturing AO Engineering Team Leader and receives direction in the form of general project and asset objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology from an accredited college or university.
• 8-12 years of experience in a variety of technical or operational assignments.
• Recognized subject matter expert in manufacturing and converting mechanical systems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams to achieve project results within required timeframes.
• Experience coaching other engineers.

Nice To Haves

• 12+ years of experience in a variety of plant and staff assignments, including maintenance and operations.
• Experience and expertise with Kimberly-Clark Family Care engineering technology, procedures, processes and products.
• SME in mechanical systems. Strong experience in vibration analysis, burner systems, and winding technology.
• Experience working with external technical service providers.
• Evidence of continuing self-development.

Responsibilities

• Carry out job responsibilities in a safe manner. Ensure equipment and processes meet safety codes, policies and guidelines.
• Provide functional leadership and creativity in the initiation, design, development and optimization of manufacturing/converting and supporting processes.
• Develop knowledge and skills to be recognized for expertise and functional leadership in application of engineering principles and/or scientific analysis.
• Provide leadership and coach team members on written and oral communication skills.
• Lead resolution of problems for multiple forms of processes and equipment.
• Lead assigned projects/tasks to meet unit objectives within applicable Corporate policies.
• Communicate fully with superiors, subordinates and others who have need to know.
• Mentor and provide work direction for other engineers to deliver business results.
• Contribute to an environment in which all team members are respected regardless of their individual differences.

Benefits

• Great support for good health with medical, dental, and vision coverage options.
• Flexible Savings and spending accounts to maximize health care options.
• Diverse income protection insurance options.
• Additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or find temporary childcare.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Paper Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees