Electrical & Controls Principal Engineer (OT)

The Clorox Company • Durham, NC

3d • $91,200 - $210,000 • 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 deep 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 to shape technology direction and engineering standards. The role may be based at Clorox’s Alpharetta, Georgia, or Durham, North Carolina, site and requires travel to other Clorox sites across the United States up to 40% of the time throughout the year.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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 country around 40% of the time throughout the year.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting or leading packaging equipment and manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

• Independently lead electrical and controls engineering activities across all phases of capital projects, from concept development and feasibility through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup, validation, and closeout.
• Develop functional requirements, technical specifications, project schedules, and engineering deliverables.
• Manage project scope, budget, timelines, and resources to achieve business objectives.
• Provide expert-level 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 to ensure system reliability and performance.
• Use equipment manuals, P&IDs, electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation to diagnose and resolve complex system challenges.
• Serve as a technical authority and contribute to major technology initiatives across the organization.
• Lead 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 help develop future-ready 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 sustainable project execution and operational success.
• Develop and implement manufacturing equipment, processes, and procedures supporting 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 for strategic decision-making.
• Lead projects with a strong commitment to safety and compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Deliver project safety objectives throughout design, construction, commissioning, and startup.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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