Job Description:

Test Method Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Test Method Engineer

Location: Neenah, WI or Roswell, GA

Summary Of Position:

Design Control Team Test Method Engineer provides technical expertise in product testing methodology, specifically regarding physical bench testing and product performance testing, to connect stakeholder learning needs with relevant technology, vendors and methods that deliver business value, as well as to build local regional research team knowledge and capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with global and regional teams to develop and implement product testing plans that build global capability


• Support regions through physical testing equipment identification, startup and local vendor qualifications to enable long term success with focused effort on KCNA EMEA, and YK


• Implement, refine and monitor process for regions to utilize global testing vendors, as well as each other’s global capabilities


• Maintain proficiency and understanding of internal KC capabilities, third-party industry capabilities and industry best practices to guide research teams for business applications


• Work with test method development technical leader to lead global KC community of practice to share and monitor best practices, new learning and updates for bench and product performance testing methodologies


• Monitor global vendor usage and provide guidance to further regional capability building


• Provide input on study design and testing methods for claims


• Collaborate with other internal testing teams (GMRA, GPS, GR&E Analytical) for best practices

Skills:

• Experience in delivering consumer and physical testing plans across a broad range of methods and product forms


• In-depth knowledge of the science of consumer and market research methods and practices, technical documentation and presentations


• Knowledge of physical testing methods and their application to product and materials development


• Working understanding of statistical analysis methods and experimental design and ability to transform statistical results into actionable knowledge


• Working ability to recognize research trends and apply insights for methodology development and application


• Basic Ad Claim and Benefit Visualization knowledge

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials, Physical or Analytical Science, or demonstrated equivalent scientific ability based on relevant experience and appropriate, but lesser, formal education


• Minimum: 3+ years of work experience utilizing physical testing methods and/or project management


• Successful engagement in team-oriented environment to successfully deliver business results

Keywords:

• Testing


• Verification


• Validation


• Analysis


• Protocols and reports


• Problem solving


• Project management


• Gauge R&R


• QMS (EtQ)

Kimberly-Clark and its well-known global brands are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries. Every day, 1.3 billion people - nearly a quarter of the world's population - trust K-C brands and the solutions they provide to enhance their health, hygiene, and well-being. With brands such as Kleenex, Scott, Huggies, Pull-Ups, Kotex, and Depend, Kimberly-Clark holds No.1 or No. 2 share positions in more than 80 countries. With more than 140 years of history of innovation, we believe in recruiting the best people and empowering them do their best work.  If fresh thinking and a passion to win inspire you, come Unleash Your Power at Kimberly-Clark.

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.

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.

This position may require a post-offer/pre-hire Physical Abilities Test (PAT) to confirm that individuals are able to perform the essential functions of the job.

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. This position is subject to drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment testing.

Global VISA and Relocation Specifications:

K-C will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role, including assistance to obtain proper work authorization. The benefits provided will be per the terms of K-C’s applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will decided in K-C’s sole discretion.

Primary Location

USA-WI-Neenah

Additional Locations

USA-GA-Atlanta-Roswell

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

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