Senior Electrical and Controls Engineer

Clorox Company; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k) with company match

Flexible time off

Job summary

The Clorox Company is seeking a Sr. Electrical and Controls Engineer to lead mid-to-large scale automation projects, driving cost savings, innovation, and efficiency. This role owns end-to-end responsibilities from scope to validation, with strong Rockwell and SCADA/MES expertise, cross-functional collaboration, and about 50% travel to U.S.

sites. Alpharetta, GA-based with a manufacturing focus. Ideal candidates have a BSEE or similar, 5–8 years in manufacturing controls, and proven ability to

Qualifications

• Engineering degree required (BSEE or similar).
• 5–8 years in manufacturing controls engineering (CPG/food a plus).
• Strong electrical/instrumentation and controls knowledge.
• Rockwell control systems experience required.
• OT network knowledge (industrial Ethernet, VLANs, switches, firewalls).
• Experience with SCADA/MES/Historian/SQL data collection.
• Ability to read/interpret P&IDs and electrical drawings.
• Experience managing outside engineers, vendors, and contractors.
• Experience controlling capital/expense budgets.
• Manufacturing environment exposure expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering through capital project phases: conceptual to validation.
• Develop estimates, financial analyses, contracts, and PO management.
• Apply Clorox Early Management principles to project execution.
• Support system startup and operational checkout of systems.
• Provide hardware/software application support to engineers/operations.
• Lead major technology efforts and provide technical leadership.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical/control systems using drawings and schematics.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal specs.
• Oversee equipment installation and manufacturing process improvements.
• Deliver project safety performance objectives.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Controls engineering

Rockwell systems

Industrial power distribution

SCADA/MES

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

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:

This role reports into the Senior Manager, OT&EIC Engineering, and leads mid-to-large scale automation projects that drive cost savings, innovation, and operational efficiency. The Sr. Electrical and Controls Engineer owns end-to-end project responsibilities including scope definition, design, procurement, vendor management, start-up, and validation. The role requires strong technical capability in Rockwell systems, industrial power, and SCADA/MES technologies. Working cross-functionally with plants, vendors, and corporate teams, you will apply deep controls expertise to deliver complex systems that meet business objectives, while mentoring peers and driving standard practices. This role is based at our Alpharetta, GA site and requires approximately 50% travel across Clorox manufacturing sites in the U.S.

In this role, you will:

• Leads electrical engineering efforts through all phases of capital projects – conceptual, feasibility, scope definition, cost estimates, functional requirements, system design, scheduling, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, startup, and validation.
• Demonstrates proficiency in developing and managing estimates, financial analysis, contracts, and purchase orders.
• Includes the use of Clorox Early Management principles and activities to deliver customer expectations with vertical and sustainable project execution.
• Support system start-up and operational checkout on systems including configuration, wiring, calibration, and power testing.
• Provide hardware and software application support assistance to engineers and operations.
• Provides significant contributions and technical leadership for major technology efforts in the organization, either as an individual or team member.
• Utilize technical materials such as equipment manuals, system drawings, P&IDs, schematics and blue prints to troubleshoot and repair complex electrical/control systems.
• Interpret industry, regulatory, and company specifications and standards and apply to projects.
• Implement capital building & equipment installations and to improve manufacturing competitive performance.
• Works in a participative team-based environment, using manufacturing best practice processes and principles, plans and leads the design and implementation of medium to large sized projects, programs, and manufacturing improvement projects that include the integration of outside technical resources.
• Development of manufacturing equipment, processes, and procedures essential to line extensions, product improvements, and new product development.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and finances to meet predetermined Clorox business objectives.
• Provide technical analysis, project cost and schedule estimation, engineering effort forecasting, design recommendations, preparation of design and equipment specifications, design, review of design documents, development of construction sub-contract documents, and lead construction, commissioning, and start-up activities at plant facilities.
• Deliver project safety performance objectives.

What we look for:

• Engineering Degree (BSEE or similar).
• 5-8 years of engineering experience in manufacturing controls (CPG, Foods, discrete manufacturing is a plus).
• Strong technical skills related to electrical/instrumentation and controls, industrial power distribution, and Rockwell control systems and devices (must-have).
• Design Capability in Multiple Disciplines.
• Working knowledge of NEC, ANSI, IEC, NEMA, and NFPA standards.
• Working knowledge of OT networks including industrial Ethernet, VLANs, switches, firewalls, and secure segmentation of control systems.
• Working knowledge of data collection systems (SCADA, MES, Historian, SQL).
• Ability to develop, read and interpret P&IDs and electrical drawings.
• Experience managing outside engineering firms, equipment vendors, and construction contractors to support project execution.
• Experience managing spending to approved capital and expense budgets based on project estimates.
• Position will require the candidate to be in manufacturing environment with rotating equipment, elevated surfaces, temperature variations etc.

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: $90,900 - $170,100
• Zone B: $83,400 - $155,900
• Zone C: $75,800 - $141,700

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

Workplace type:

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.

Clorox is a signatory of the United Nations Global Compact and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation's New Plastics Economy Global Commitment.

Our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity. We seek out and celebrate diverse backgrounds and experiences. We’re always looking for fresh perspectives, a desire to bring your best, and a nonstop drive to keep growing and learning. We’re proud to be globally recognized and awarded for our continuous corporate responsibility efforts.

We are proud to be in every corner of homes, schools, and offices—making daily life simpler and easier through our beloved brands. We relish taking on new, interesting challenges that allow our people to collaborate and thrive at work. And most importantly, we care about each other as multifaceted, whole humans.

We’re the place where doing the right thing matters. Doing the right thing is the compass that guides every decision we make—and we’re proud to be globally recognized and awarded for our continuous corporate responsibility efforts.

The Clorox Company and its subsidiaries are an EEO/AA/Minorities/Women/LGBT/Protected Veteran/Disabled employer. Learn more to Know Your Rights. Clorox is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities and disabled veterans during the hiring and interview process. If you need assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at [e-mail].

For more information, visit TheCloroxCompany.com and follow us on social media at @CloroxCo.