Electrical & Controls Principal Engineer (OT) at Clorox in Alpharetta, GA

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 leverage deep expertise in electrical engineering, control systems, automation, and system integration to drive major capital projects, enhance manufacturing capabilities, and advance Operational Technology (OT) strategies. You will play a critical role in shaping the future of manufacturing by delivering scalable, reliable, and innovative engineering solutions while partnering closely with cross-functional teams, manufacturing sites, and external engineering partners. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine hands-on technical expertise with strategic leadership, influencing technology direction and engineering standards across the organization. This role can be located in our Alpharetta, GA or Durham, NC sites and it requires availability to travel up to 40% of the time throughout the year to other Clorox sites across the United States. 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