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Process Engineer roles in manufacturing, chemicals, and semiconductors sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, giving you up to 24 additional months of work authorization after your initial OPT year. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your engineering or applied sciences degree must align with the SOC code on your I-20 STEM designation.
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Get Access To All JobsJoin 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: exploring uncharted questions, engineering innovative solutions, advancing scientific understanding, and constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. You want to be part of a performance culture dedicated to solving real-world problems with purpose and precision. You want to work in an environment that promotes sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. In this role, you’ll help us shape the future and improve lives for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.
About You
In one of our professional 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:
This role will provide leadership and creativity in the design, development, optimization, problem solving, and operation of assigned assets & supporting processes in a manner that meets safety and operational performance expectations. This position will focus on driving continuous improvement and leading troubleshooting and problem solving to drive process improvements for the assets they support.
- Develop and deliver equipment and processes that meet safety requirements, policies, and guidelines. Provides for the safety and well-being of operators, maintenance, and other personnel.
- Manage medium-to-large initiatives to deliver improvements to asset performance or mill systems and lead major initiatives for breakthrough improvements per asset objectives.
- Identify cost savings opportunities and manage expense spending to asset budget.
- Develop knowledge and skills in leadership of the application of engineering principles, scientific analysis, LEAN principles, and project management.
- Seeks, recognizes, defines, and solves complex process issues to root cause to achieve objectives.
- Participates in the development of others within the area of the incumbent's expertise, including the creation of knowledge transfer documentation materials.
- Support maintenance personnel when troubleshooting complex issues.
- Identify and document issues and opportunities with existing equipment.
- Support and participate in training plans for process resources at the site.
- Lead a safety work team.
- Partner with maintenance on reliability projects.
- Assist team with trial planning and trial preparation.
- Support assets using engineering knowledge, including being on-call and potential shift coverage.
- Provide input to plant expense and capital plans.
- Provide input to capital teams so proposed changes are in-line with the 5-year vision. Involved with early design, technology, equipment selection, sizing, location, etc. Oversight and support during installation and commissioning.
- Liaison with utilities/facilities teams so impact of operational changes is understood, and solutions are in place when needed.
To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering or Paper Science or related discipline.
- 3+ years industrial experience in a variety of technical or operational assignments in a high-speed consumer product manufacturing and/or staff environment.
- A demonstrated ability to work independently, or as part of a team to complete projects within required timeframes.
- Experience using manufacturing analysis tools, such as: statistical process control, design of experiments, process capability studies, Six Sigma and lean manufacturing.
Preferred Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge with personal care wipes production equipment, materials, and processes is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability of writing and presenting updates to leadership.
- Multiple years of experience in a variety of mill manufacturing and staff support or capital project assignments, including product, process and asset support.
- Experience working with external technical service providers.
- Familiarity with high-speed manufacturing equipment machine startups.
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.
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
Flex That Works at Kimberly-Clark
We believe great work happens when people come together with purpose. That’s why we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration — helping you connect, grow, and innovate while maintaining the balance you value.
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.
Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clark’s applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clark’s sole discretion.
LI-Hybrid
Salary Range: 96,100 – 118,700 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 LOCATION
Chester Mill
WORKER TYPE
Employee
WORKER SUB-TYPE
Regular
JOB TYPE
Full time
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: exploring uncharted questions, engineering innovative solutions, advancing scientific understanding, and constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. You want to be part of a performance culture dedicated to solving real-world problems with purpose and precision. You want to work in an environment that promotes sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development. In this role, you’ll help us shape the future and improve lives for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.
About You
In one of our professional 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:
This role will provide leadership and creativity in the design, development, optimization, problem solving, and operation of assigned assets & supporting processes in a manner that meets safety and operational performance expectations. This position will focus on driving continuous improvement and leading troubleshooting and problem solving to drive process improvements for the assets they support.
- Develop and deliver equipment and processes that meet safety requirements, policies, and guidelines. Provides for the safety and well-being of operators, maintenance, and other personnel.
- Manage medium-to-large initiatives to deliver improvements to asset performance or mill systems and lead major initiatives for breakthrough improvements per asset objectives.
- Identify cost savings opportunities and manage expense spending to asset budget.
- Develop knowledge and skills in leadership of the application of engineering principles, scientific analysis, LEAN principles, and project management.
- Seeks, recognizes, defines, and solves complex process issues to root cause to achieve objectives.
- Participates in the development of others within the area of the incumbent's expertise, including the creation of knowledge transfer documentation materials.
- Support maintenance personnel when troubleshooting complex issues.
- Identify and document issues and opportunities with existing equipment.
- Support and participate in training plans for process resources at the site.
- Lead a safety work team.
- Partner with maintenance on reliability projects.
- Assist team with trial planning and trial preparation.
- Support assets using engineering knowledge, including being on-call and potential shift coverage.
- Provide input to plant expense and capital plans.
- Provide input to capital teams so proposed changes are in-line with the 5-year vision. Involved with early design, technology, equipment selection, sizing, location, etc. Oversight and support during installation and commissioning.
- Liaison with utilities/facilities teams so impact of operational changes is understood, and solutions are in place when needed.
To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering or Paper Science or related discipline.
- 3+ years industrial experience in a variety of technical or operational assignments in a high-speed consumer product manufacturing and/or staff environment.
- A demonstrated ability to work independently, or as part of a team to complete projects within required timeframes.
- Experience using manufacturing analysis tools, such as: statistical process control, design of experiments, process capability studies, Six Sigma and lean manufacturing.
Preferred Qualifications
- Extensive knowledge with personal care wipes production equipment, materials, and processes is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability of writing and presenting updates to leadership.
- Multiple years of experience in a variety of mill manufacturing and staff support or capital project assignments, including product, process and asset support.
- Experience working with external technical service providers.
- Familiarity with high-speed manufacturing equipment machine startups.
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.
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
Flex That Works at Kimberly-Clark
We believe great work happens when people come together with purpose. That’s why we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration — helping you connect, grow, and innovate while maintaining the balance you value.
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.
Kimberly-Clark will support in-country relocation for the chosen candidate for the role. The benefits provided will be per the terms of Kimberly-Clark’s applicable mobility policies. The benefits/policy provided will be decided at Kimberly-Clark’s sole discretion.
LI-Hybrid
Salary Range: 96,100 – 118,700 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 LOCATION
Chester Mill
WORKER TYPE
Employee
WORKER SUB-TYPE
Regular
JOB TYPE
Full time
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Process Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the USCIS STEM OPT designated degree list. Chemical, mechanical, and industrial engineering CIP codes qualify, but interdisciplinary programs sometimes don't, so confirm with your DSO before targeting Process Engineer postings.
Screen employers for E-Verify enrollment upfront
Before submitting any application, confirm the company is actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. Ask your recruiter directly or search the E-Verify employer search tool. A lapsed enrollment disqualifies the employer even if they're willing to hire you.
Target industries with consistent STEM OPT hiring histories
Semiconductor fabrication, petrochemical processing, and pharmaceutical manufacturing file LCAs for Process Engineers at higher rates than general manufacturers. Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter by SOC code 17-2199 and identify which subsectors post the most certified applications in your target metro area.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified Process Engineer roles
Search Migrate Mate to surface Process Engineer postings at employers with confirmed E-Verify enrollment. The platform filters by STEM OPT eligibility so you're not wasting applications on companies that can't legally onboard you under your current work authorization.
Build your I-983 training plan before the offer stage
Draft the learning objectives and performance evaluation criteria for your I-983 before your final interview. Process Engineer roles map well to measurable outcomes like yield improvement, cycle time reduction, and SOP development, which satisfies USCIS's requirement that training relate directly to your STEM degree.
Understand cap-gap coverage if your OPT expires during H-1B selection
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. Confirm your employer will file before April 1 and that your EAD is still valid at the time of filing.
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Find Process Engineer JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does a Process Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, provided your degree falls under a STEM-designated CIP code and the role aligns with that field of study. Most Process Engineer positions map to SOC code 17-2199 (Engineers, All Other) or a related engineering code. Your DSO will confirm the match when endorsing your I-20 for the STEM OPT extension. The role itself must also involve practical application of your STEM training, which standard Process Engineer responsibilities in manufacturing or chemicals typically satisfy.
What does E-Verify enrollment mean for my STEM OPT employer?
E-Verify is a federal web-based system that confirms employment eligibility by cross-referencing your Form I-9 data against DHS and SSA records. For STEM OPT, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify at all work sites where you'll be employed before your training begins. A company that is registered but has an inactive or terminated E-Verify account does not meet the requirement. Verify enrollment status directly with HR before accepting an offer, since this disqualifies you from the extension if overlooked.
How do I complete the I-983 training plan for a Process Engineer position?
The I-983 requires you and your employer to document specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, identify a supervisor, and outline how the role advances your practical training. For Process Engineer roles, objectives typically include skills like statistical process control, root cause analysis, and process optimization methods. USCIS requires that the training relate directly to your degree field, and your employer must complete a six-month evaluation. Submit the signed I-983 to your DSO before your STEM OPT start date.
Can I work at a client site or third-party facility as a Process Engineer on STEM OPT?
You can, but the E-Verify enrollment requirement applies to your direct employer of record, not the client site. If your employer places you at a third-party facility, your employer must still be enrolled in E-Verify and must supervise your training plan, even if day-to-day oversight comes from the client. USCIS scrutinizes staffing arrangements under STEM OPT, so your I-983 must clearly identify your actual employer and describe how they'll evaluate your progress regardless of where you physically work.
Where can I find Process Engineer jobs that accept STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Process Engineer roles at employers confirmed to be enrolled in E-Verify, so you can filter for positions where your STEM OPT authorization is actually usable. Beyond the platform, you can cross-reference employers by searching OFLC Wage Search for recent LCA filings under the Process Engineer SOC code, which shows companies actively seeking workers in that occupation and signals familiarity with work authorization requirements.
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