Electrical & Controls Principal Engineer (OT)

Clorox • Alpharetta, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Electrical & Controls Principal Engineer (Operational Technology) is a key technical leader responsible for delivering high-complexity automation, controls, and infrastructure projects across multiple manufacturing sites. Reporting to the Senior Manager, OT & EIC Engineering, this role applies expertise in electrical engineering, control systems, automation, and system integration to lead major capital projects, enhance manufacturing capabilities, and advance Operational Technology strategies.

The position combines hands-on technical expertise with strategic leadership, including influencing technology direction and engineering standards. It partners with cross-functional teams, manufacturing sites, and external engineering partners to deliver scalable, reliable engineering solutions. The role may be based at Clorox’s Alpharetta, Georgia or Durham, North Carolina site and requires travel to other U.S. Clorox sites up to 40% of the time throughout the year.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience with solid working knowledge of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems, including industrial power distribution and automation platforms.
• 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 NEC, ANSI, IEC, NEMA, and NFPA standards.
• 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.
• 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 and ability to motivate teams and drive performance through collaboration and accountability.
• Availability to travel to other Clorox sites across the United States approximately 40% of the time throughout the year.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting or leading packaging equipment and manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical and controls engineering activities throughout capital projects, from concept development and feasibility studies through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup, validation, and closeout.
• Develop functional requirements, technical specifications, project schedules, and engineering deliverables.
• Manage project scope, budgets, timelines, and resources to achieve business objectives.
• Provide technical leadership in electrical design, control systems, automation platforms, and system integration.
• Support system startup and operational checkout, including configuration, wiring verification, calibration, power testing, and troubleshooting.
• Provide hardware and software support to engineering and operations teams and promote system reliability and performance.
• Use equipment manuals, P&IDs, electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation to diagnose and resolve system challenges.
• Lead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of 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 future manufacturing platforms.
• Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.
• Lead integration of external engineering firms, contractors, system integrators, and equipment suppliers.
• Apply Clorox Early Management principles and manufacturing best practices to support project execution and operational success.
• Develop and implement manufacturing equipment, processes, and procedures that support product innovation, line extensions, and operational improvements.
• Advance manufacturing competitiveness through capital investments and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical analysis, engineering recommendations, cost estimates, schedule forecasts, and design reviews.
• Lead projects with a commitment to safety and deliver project safety objectives throughout design, construction, commissioning, and startup.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, competitive benefits supporting wellbeing and flexibility.
• Robust health plans.
• Market-leading 401(k) program with company match.
• Flexible time off benefits, including half-day summer Fridays depending on location.
• Inclusive fertility and adoption benefits.
• Eligibility to participate in Clorox incentive plans, subject to applicable plan terms and policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Education Level: No Education Listed