RAMP Lead Electrical Engineer

You meet the unexpected by going with the flow

Your workday may not always be a smooth ride, so you adapt to the situation, knowing that there are alternate routes to the goal. You’re anything but passive: you’re co-creative, meaning that you problem-solve when you hit a snag. Then you keep moving ahead in your usual professional manner. We value your ability to do what’s necessary when it’s necessary. We would like to hear from you.
 

Collaborate, Participate, Create

Some of our best work is born out of great collaborations between individuals, with other teams, and between anyone who wants to see an idea through. If you’re comfortable participating in brainstorming discussions, you’re a fit Our safe, inclusive environment encourages every member of our diverse staff to speak out and share ideas. There are no limits to opportunities for anyone in our welcoming organization. Care to pitch in?

Position Summary:

The incumbent reports to the RAMP Research & Engineering Manager. The incumbent receives direction in the form of broadly defined objectives. Responsibilities include meeting team objectives in safety, sustainability, quality, asset management, cost, and team development. Incumbent is recognized for technical knowledge in engineering and works within the pilot facility structure supporting trial work, capital, and daily operations to the purpose of expanding our innovation capability, while providing flexibility and personal/organizational sensitivity. The incumbent provides work direction to other functional team members, maintenance, technicians, service providers, co-ops, etc.
 

Expectations:

• Must be willing and capable of working onsite 5 days a week with no exceptions.

• Provide engineering support and technical guidance on resolution of process and equipment problems and any safety improvement initiative.

• Initiate, design, develop, and optimize engineering solutions which meet/exceed pilot facility expectations.

• Manage assigned engineering projects to deliver on time and within budget (capital and expense projects)

• Must be capable of overseeing and managing the installation process of their designs.  

• Provide guidance and support on process and qualification trials and manage engineering change for trial requests.

• Responsible for managing/monitoring RAMP maintenance team members and providing oversight for inspection (PM/PdM) plans.

• Responsible for leading Electrical RAMP EHS&S Programs (ESWP, HEC, etc.).

• Provide coaching and development to team members.

• Utilize lean production management techniques to design and develop improvements to the manufacturing processes.

• Communicate project deliverables and expectations effectively to team members

• Develop broadening mastery in technical areas important to the organization

• Document work to ensure knowledge is preserved and protected

• Facilitate work in accordance with K-C’s Ways of Working

• Physical mobility requirements include ability to safely climb and descend stairs.  Must also be capable of lifting at least 50lbs.

Qualifications/Education/Experience Required:

• Candidates must possess a minimum of a Bachelor's in a related engineering discipline such as Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university

• Requires a minimum of three years of relevant engineering experience in a variety of staff assignments or pilot/manufacturing facility assignments. Demonstrated ability to excel in a team environment is essential.

• Requires strong collaboration skills with the ability to effectively communicate and translate the needs of our customers (Material Scientists, Engineers, Technicians and Operators) to design and apply new system processes. 

• Experience with manufacturing control systems, such as: Allen Bradley / Siemens PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers); variable speed motor and frequency drives; Motion Control (Servos); HMI (Human Machine Interfaces) software; Rockwell drives; distributed control systems; instrumentation; power distribution; machine safety systems.

• Experience with:

  • PID Loops, reading and using electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, logic diagrams, blueprints, and drawings

  • Computer troubleshooting, digital electronics, process controls, process measurement & control, electrical preventive maintenance, motor and motor controls, servo motors and controllers.

• Expertise in Electrical Engineering with a demonstrated ability to translate that knowledge into execution of process and capacity improvements in capital or expense projects. 

• A demonstrated ability to perform in cross-functional teams to achieve project results within required timeframes.

• Experience working with external technical service providers. 

• Specification development, design review, checkout, and start up for projects

• Engineer (Mechanical and Electrical) systems designs into manufacturing and converting equipment to maintain human safety during operation

• Problem identification, problem solving methodology

Location:

Roswell, Georgia

We deliver five-star experiences thanks to pros like you

Here, you’ll be even more excited to offer the five-star service that makes clients feel valued because you yourself will feel so valued. Our diverse staff is included, welcomed, appreciated and rewarded for their star performances every day.
 

We’ve listed just a few of the many offerings that you would enjoy. If you want a full overview of the many Benefits offered to Kimberly-Clark employees, go to www.mykcbenefits.com.
 

Great support for Good Health with options for medical, dental and vision coverage—and no waiting periods or pre-existing condition restrictions, you can start work with peace of mind on Day 1. You’ll also have access to an on-site Fitness Center and on-site Occupational Health Nurse and allowances for high quality safety equipment.

Flexible Savings and spending accounts that let you maximize health care options and stretch your dollars further when caring for yourself or dependents.

Diverse Income protection insurance options to help protect yourself and your family in case of illness, injury or other unexpected events.

Great support for amazing life choices. We know it takes time and resources to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.  That’s why Kimberly-Clark offers additional programs and support for the things that matter to your life, right now.
 

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 150 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. 
 

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.  We actively seek to build a workforce that reflects 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.
 

With an inclusive culture, our employees – and the original thinking they bring to Kimberly-Clark – make us stronger.  EOE disability/vet.
 

K-C requires that an employee have authorization to work in the country in which the role is based.  In the event an applicant does not have current work authorization, K-C will determine, in its sole discretion, whether to sponsor an individual for work authorization.  However, based on immigration requirements, not all roles are suitable for sponsorship.

Global VISA and Relocation Specifications

This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. K-C will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of K-C’s applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will be decided in K-C’s sole discretion.