Principal Mechanical Engineer

6 days ago


Barrow, United Kingdom Kimberly-Clark Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Mechanical Engineer to join our team at Kimberly-Clark in Barrow, UK. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for delivering legislative and corporate safety and engineering standards, championing and improving all safety requirements, and leading the reduction of risk.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage the delivery of legislative and corporate safety and engineering standards
  • Champion and continuously improve all safety requirements, including the supervision of the technical support team and contractors
  • Lead and support the reduction of risk (Unified Risk Management (URM))
  • Manage capital projects from initial feasibility study to final close out, ensuring KPIs for safety, cost, time, and specification are met
  • Lead root cause failure analysis and 4-step problem-solving, ensuring actions are completed, closed out, and shared with relevant parties
  • Coach, develop, build capability, and consciously improve the way in which mill teams adhere to mechanical mill processes and standards
  • Champion the planning, implementation, and continuation of other company-wide programs (such as LEAN, OPEX, P2030 best practice) that are identified within the mill's asset roadmap
  • Transfer in-depth technical knowledge of mechanical equipment and systems, including pumps, motors, gearboxes, transmission systems, steam generation, and lifting equipment
  • Apply and use CBM methodologies to drive equipment reliability
  • Manage work prioritization based on asset criticality assessments
About You

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced mechanical engineer with a strong background in manufacturing, packaging, or FMCG environments. You will have a minimum BEng in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent tertiary education or experience. Knowledge of SAP computerized maintenance systems and processes is preferred.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including great support for good health, flexible savings and spending accounts, diverse income protection insurance options, and additional programs and support to continue your education, adopt a child, relocate, or even find temporary childcare.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and experienced mechanical engineer looking for a new challenge, please 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.



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