Automation Consultant – Layout Execution

Kimberly-Clark

. Lead development and execution of multiple automation capital projects across North American manufacturing and distribution locations .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,740 - $130,620 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading automation capital projects, managing facility layouts, and coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver effective engineering solutions. Proficient in project management practices and capable of driving cost-saving opportunities while ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

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Project Management Practices (PMP)Electrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringAutomation TechnologiesCapital Project Management

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Hard Skills

Process EngineeringWarehouse EngineeringCapacity ImprovementsEquipment InstallationValue EngineeringTechnical Service ManagementAutoCADLogistics ProcessesManufacturing OperationsMechatronics

Soft Skills

CoachingCollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

AGVsAMRs6 Axis Robotics

Industry Keywords

ManufacturingDistributionTissue ManufacturingPersonal Care ProductsCapital Appropriation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development and execution of multiple automation capital projects across North American manufacturing and distribution locations
Manage facility layout, equipment installation, capacity, timelines, and project objectives
Partner with Technical Service Providers, suppliers, contractors, and cross-functional teams to design and deploy automation solutions
Coordinate design discussions with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Logistics, EHS, IT, Procurement, and other stakeholders
Drive value engineering and cost-saving opportunities while ensuring safety, quality, regulatory, financial, and operational requirements
Coach and guide Technical Service Providers and project team members
Manage project documentation, capital appropriation activities, and overall execution

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field with 5+ years of related experience, or equivalent relevant experience in lieu of a degree
Expertise in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Warehouse Engineering and Design or Mechatronics
Demonstrated ability to translate engineering knowledge into execution of process and capacity improvements in capital or expense projects
Demonstrated success in leading and delivering capital projects
Knowledge and demonstrated success in leveraging Project Management Practices (PMP)
Ability and flexibility to work in a distribution or manufacturing environment with a 24/7 operation
Must be able to travel up to 50+% of the time
Preferred: Experience in high-speed tissue manufacturing, tissue converting, personal care product manufacturing equipment, and logistics/distribution facilities processes
Preferred: Experience in engineering, operations, and/or leadership
Preferred: Experience with AGVs, AMRs, 6 axis robotics, and other logistics/manufacturing automation technologies
Preferred: AutoCAD and warehouse design experience
Preferred: Demonstrated success managing Technical Service Providers
Preferred: Familiarity with capital project management, equipment installations and start-ups
Local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country; no relocation support

Benefits

Comp & perks

Target bonus eligibility
401(k) plan
Profit Sharing plan
Comprehensive benefits suite