Electrical & Controls Principal Engineer (OT)

Clorox Company; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Clorox Company in Durham, NC, is seeking an Electrical & Controls Principal Engineer (OT) to lead high-complexity automation and infrastructure projects across multiple manufacturing sites. You will drive capital projects from concept to startup, develop specifications, and manage budgets and schedules while ensuring safety and standards compliance.

You will provide expert leadership in electrical design, control systems, and system integration, coordinating with Operations, Maintenance,

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience with electrical, instrumentation, and control systems in manufacturing.
• Experience leading capital and expense budgets, with planning and cost control.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, ANSI, IEC, NEMA, NFPA standards.
• Travel to other Clorox sites around 40% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects from concept to startup, including scope, cost, design, procurement, and commissioning.
• Develop functional specs, schedules, and engineering deliverables for projects.
• Manage scope, budgets, timelines, and resources to meet business goals.
• Provide leadership in electrical design and automation platforms; support startup activities.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain; manage external firms and contractors.
• Champion safety and ensure compliance with standards and best practices.

Skills

Electrical design

Control systems

Rockwell Automation

Industrial power distribution

Project management

Budgeting

ISA-S88

PackML

SCADA

MES

SQL

P&IDs

Electrical schematics

Tools

Rockwell Automation hardware

SCADA

MES

Historian

SQL

PLC programming

Job description

Clorox is the place that’s committed to growth – for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities, and teammates. Join our team. #CloroxIsThePlace

Your role at Clorox:

The Electrical & Controls Principal Engineer (Operational Technology) reports to the Senior Manager, OT & EIC Engineering and serves as a key technical leader responsible for delivering high-complexity automation, controls, and infrastructure projects across multiple manufacturing sites.

In this role, you will:

Lead Capital Projects from Concept to Startup

• Independently lead electrical and controls engineering activities throughout all phases of capital projects, including concept development, feasibility studies, scope definition, cost estimating, detailed design, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup, validation, and project closeout.
• Develop functional requirements, technical specifications, project schedules, and engineering deliverables to support successful project execution.
• Manage project scope, budget, timelines, and resources to achieve business objectives while maintaining engineering excellence.

Drive Automation & Controls Excellence

• Provide expert-level leadership in electrical design, control systems, automation platforms, and system integration.
• Support system startup and operational checkout activities, including configuration, wiring verification, calibration, power testing, and troubleshooting.
• Deliver hardware and software support to engineering and operations teams while ensuring system reliability and performance.
• Utilize equipment manuals, P&IDs, electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation to diagnose and resolve complex system challenges.

Deliver Technical Leadership & Innovation

• Serve as a trusted technical authority and key contributor to major technology initiatives across the organization.
• Lead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of new technologies that improve manufacturing capability, efficiency, and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with internal engineering standards, industry regulations, and best practices.
• Influence long-term Operational Technology strategies and help build future-ready manufacturing platforms.

Partner Across Functions & External Resources

• Collaborate closely with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to deliver successful project outcomes.
• Lead the integration of external engineering firms, contractors, system integrators, and equipment suppliers.
• Apply Clorox Early Management principles and manufacturing best practices to drive sustainable project execution and operational success.

Support Manufacturing Performance

• Develop and implement manufacturing equipment, processes, and procedures that support product innovation, line extensions, and operational improvements.
• Drive manufacturing competitiveness through capital investments and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical analysis, engineering recommendations, cost estimates, schedule forecasts, and design reviews to support strategic decision-making.

Champion Safety

• Lead projects with a strong commitment to safety, ensuring compliance with all applicable standards and regulations.
• Deliver project safety objectives throughout design, construction, commissioning, and startup activities.

What we look for:

• At least 8 years of experience with solid working knowledge in electrical, instrumentation, and control systems, including industrial power distribution and automation platforms.
• Proven ability to manage engineering projects, priorities, and resources while delivering results aligned with business objectives.
• Experience managing capital and expense budgets, including financial planning, forecasting, and project cost control.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing environment, including exposure to rotating equipment, elevated work areas, and varying plant conditions.
• Advanced knowledge of Rockwell Automation control systems, hardware, and related technologies.
• Experience applying and interpreting industry standards, including NEC, ANSI, IEC, NEMA, and NFPA.
• Working knowledge of ISA-S88 and PackML standards.
• Experience with manufacturing data and information systems, including SCADA, MES, Historian, SQL, and other industrial data collection platforms.
• Ability to develop, read, interpret, and troubleshoot P&IDs, electrical schematics, and technical drawings.
• Experience supporting or leading packaging equipment and manufacturing systems is preferred.
• Proven experience managing external engineering firms, system integrators, equipment suppliers, and construction contractors.
• Ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously while balancing technical requirements, business priorities, budgets, and schedules.
• Experience delivering complex capital projects from concept through commissioning and startup.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate teams and drive performance through collaboration and accountability.
• Availability to travel to other Clorox sites across the country around 40% time throughout the year.

Workplace type:

This requisition is to backfill an existing GL26 position previously held by Umed Kalmazoda who is voluntarily leaving the company and whose last day at Clorox is Friday, October 9, 2026.

Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That’s why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive. Learn more.

[U.S.]Additional Information:

At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. To help make this possible, we offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more.

We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are transparent with current and future teammates about our full salary ranges. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities, while also allowing for differentiation based on performance. Based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at Clorox in the first half of the applicable range. Your starting pay will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, knowledge, experience and location. The applicable salary range for every role in the U.S. is based on your work location and is aligned to one of three zones according to the cost of labor in your area.

Zone A: $109,400 - $210,000

Zone B: $100,300 - $192,500

Zone C: $91,200 - $175,000

All ranges are subject to change in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

This job is also eligible for participation in Clorox’s incentive plans, subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and policies.