Automation Project Execution Engineer

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Hiring Remotely in USA
Remote
106K-131K Annually
Senior level
Healthtech • Retail
The Role
Leads execution of material movement automation capital projects across North American manufacturing and distribution sites. Manages engineering, facility layouts, equipment installation, capacity improvements, suppliers, technical service providers, and cross-functional design activities. Drives value engineering, cost savings, safety, quality, regulatory, and financial compliance while coaching project contributors. The role supports automation implementation, equipment start-ups, and continuous improvement in 24/7 operations, with travel exceeding 50% across North America.
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Automation Project Execution Engineer

Job Description


Job Description

Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies®, Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Kotex®, Poise®, Depend®, and Kimberly-Clark Professional®. At Kimberly-Clark, it’s all here for you—innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact. 


You were made to create Better Care for a Better World. As a person, you’re a problem-solver – a connector – someone who thrives on creating order from complexity and driving continuous improvement. You see the big picture while mastering the details, ensuring that every product, process, and partnership flows with precision and purpose. You live your life in alignment with the highest values of integrity, efficiency, and collaboration, always working to turn today’s challenges into tomorrow’s success stories. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.


In one of our Supply Chain 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:


  • Leading the execution of Material Movement Automation capital projects across North American manufacturing and distribution locations.
  • Managing engineering, facility layout, equipment installation, capacity, and other project activities to achieve automation objectives.
  • Partnering with Technical Service Providers, suppliers, Procurement, and cross-functional teams to design and successfully implement automation solutions.
  • Facilitating design discussions across Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Logistics, EHS, and IT to align project scope, requirements, and execution.
  • Driving value engineering and cost-saving opportunities while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, regulatory, and financial requirements.
  • Coaching and developing Technical Service Providers and project team members to strengthen technical capabilities and improve project execution.

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

 

Required Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering 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 a demonstrated ability to translate that knowledge into execution of process and capacity improvements in capital or expense projects.
  • Demonstrated success in leading and delivering on capital projects - management/execution
  • Incumbent should have the ability and flexibility to work in a distribution or manufacturing environment with a 24/7 operation
  • Incumbent should be flexible to travel  >50% as dictated by business need for meetings, design/develop and start-up support, benchmarking, or best practice sharing across North America

 

Preferred Qualifications


  • Experience in the design requirement and safe operation of high-speed tissue manufacturing / Tissue Converting, high-speed personal care product manufacturing equipment and Logistics/Distribution facilities processes with an ability to translate that knowledge in support of automation implementation projects.
  • Experience in a combination of engineering, operations, and/or leadership
  • Experience with logistics and/or manufacturing automation technologies such as AGVs, AMRs, 6 axis robotics, etc. with desire to grow and employ that knowledge as a subject matter expert.
  • Related technical experience includes various roles at both mill/staff locations and/or cross sector experiences.
  • Demonstrated success in managing TSPs supporting project execution.
  • Familiarity with capital project management, equipment installations and start-ups
  • Evidence of continuing self-development

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.​

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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.


And finally, the fine print….


For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses the experiences of our consumers.  When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

 

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position. 

 

Employment is subject to verification of local policies.

 

Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check. 

 

Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.
This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.


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 Salary Range: 105,740 – 130,620 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 LocationUSA-REMOTE

Additional Locations

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering 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
  • Demonstrated ability to apply engineering knowledge to process and capacity improvements in capital or expense projects
  • Demonstrated success leading and delivering capital projects, including project management and execution
  • Ability and flexibility to work in a distribution or manufacturing environment with 24/7 operations
  • Flexibility to travel more than 50% as required for meetings, design and development, start-up support, benchmarking, or best-practice sharing across North America
  • Experience with high-speed tissue manufacturing, tissue converting, personal care manufacturing equipment, or logistics and distribution facility processes
  • Experience combining engineering, operations, and/or leadership
  • Experience with logistics or manufacturing automation technologies such as AGVs, AMRs, and 6-axis robotics
  • Experience managing technical service providers supporting project execution
  • Familiarity with capital project management, equipment installations, and start-ups
  • Evidence of continuing self-development

Kimberly-Clark Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kimberly-Clark and has not been reviewed or approved by Kimberly-Clark.

  • Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage are highlighted, with a global Employee Assistance Program and a well‑being hub introduced to support mental and overall health. Company materials and overviews consistently position health benefits as a core part of the package.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) savings plan with company match and a profit‑sharing component is emphasized, with plan updates for 2026 detailing auto‑enrollment and a new vesting schedule for recent hires. Filings and benefits summaries underscore retirement as a strong element of total rewards.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives — Profit sharing, competitive overtime opportunities, and structured annual bonus programs—including a Global Bonus Program for salaried employees—are described as key pay components. Many roles note these incentives alongside base pay as drivers of competitive total compensation.

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The Company
HQ: Irving, TX
31,171 Employees

What We Do

Kimberly-Clark makes the essentials for a better life with well-known brands that matter every day – at home, school, work and on the go. Throughout our 148 years, we have challenged conventional wisdom to innovate products that better meet the needs of consumers. We have created new categories with top brands like Kleenex®, and redefined categories with Huggies® and U by Kotex®. While growing our $18+ billion global business, we help build careers through collaborative teams that push boundaries and endless opportunities to work with some of the world’s most recognized brands. Our 43,000 employees are changing the world for the better, too, generously giving back to communities and causes around the globe. If innovative thinking and a passion to win inspire you, come Unleash Your Power at Kimberly-Clark.

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