Technical Leader - Wastewater - Mill Sustaining Capital (US KC-Site)
Core
Provide technical leadership and subject-matter expertise in water and wastewater systems at North American manufacturing plants to ensure regulatory compliance, operational reliability, and cost-effective performance.
Role type
Senior Technical Leader - Wastewater & Mill Sustaining Capital
Builds
Water sourcing, treatment, reuse, and wastewater handling systems for Kimberly-Clark manufacturing plants
Domain
Industrial manufacturing (consumer goods) / Environmental Engineering / Water & Wastewater Treatment
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Water and wastewater treatment technologies, process optimization, capital project management, cross-functional team leadership, regulatory compliance, sustainability strategy, engineering principles, analytical tools, mentoring
Preferred skills
Industrial paper manufacturing experience, zero-liquid discharge, energy recovery, corporate environmental standards reporting, regulator engagement
Technologies
Biological systems, clarification, filtration, chemical treatment, sludge processing, statistical analysis, process control
Responsibilities
Coordinate engineering support for water and wastewater treatment operations; Ensure compliance with environmental permits and regulatory requirements; Identify and execute opportunities for cost savings and energy efficiency; Provide leadership to attract, develop, and retain top technical talent; Coach and mentor engineers and technical staff; Apply engineering principles to diagnose issues and optimize performance; Develop and champion capital and expense projects; Ensure documentation and standardization of best practices.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic planning and team leadership
