Automation Project Execution Engineer – Layout Specialist

Kimberly-Clark

. Lead development and execution of North America automation capital projects, including layout, installation, capacity, PLC programming, and electrical engineering activities .

Posted 11/9/2026full-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 Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Process Engineering, with a strong focus on leading capital projects and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Proven ability to collaborate across multiple teams and manage technical capabilities to drive project success in manufacturing and logistics environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Engineering ExpertiseCapital Project ManagementManufacturing Automation TechnologiesTeam Leadership and CoachingLogistics and Distribution Processes

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Hard Skills

PLC ProgrammingProcess ImprovementValue EngineeringHigh-Speed Tissue ManufacturingAutoCADEquipment InstallationProject DocumentationCapacity ImprovementsMechatronicsManufacturing Equipment Design

Soft Skills

CollaborationCoachingCommunicationProblem-SolvingFlexibility

Tools & Technologies

AGVsAMRs6-Axis RoboticsWarehouse Design SoftwareEFSEDR

Industry Keywords

Capital ProjectsSafety ComplianceRegulatory RequirementsManufacturing EnvironmentTissue ConvertingPersonal Care Products

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead development and execution of North America automation capital projects, including layout, installation, capacity, PLC programming, and electrical engineering activities
Drive TSP engagement and collaborate with Procurement and project teams to achieve project objectives and metrics
Coach and manage TSPs and project team members to strengthen technical capabilities and execution
Prioritize value engineering and cost-saving opportunities throughout project execution
Ensure compliance with corporate safety, regulatory, quality, and engineering requirements
Collaborate across Logistics, Supply Chain, Operations, Procurement, Engineering, EHS, IT, equipment suppliers, and external service providers
Complete required project documentation, including EFS, EDR, appropriation activities, and Corporate Financial Instructions
Lead design and scope discussions with Plant and Central teams to gain alignment and incorporate stakeholder feedback

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering 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 or Mechatronics, with ability to apply that knowledge to process and capacity improvements in capital or expense projects
Demonstrated success leading and delivering capital projects, including management and execution
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
Experience in the design requirement and safe operation of high-speed tissue manufacturing, tissue converting, personal care product manufacturing equipment, and logistics/distribution facility processes
Experience in a combination of engineering, operations, and/or leadership
Experience with logistics and/or manufacturing automation technologies such as AGVs, AMRs, and 6-axis robotics
Related technical experience, including AutoCAD and warehouse design
Demonstrated success managing TSPs supporting project execution
Familiarity with capital project management, equipment installations, and start-ups
Must be authorized to work in the United States; no relocation support provided

Benefits

Comp & perks

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