The Clorox Company · 1 day ago
Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls Engineer
Reno, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$89K/yr - $166K/yr
5+ years expThe Clorox Company is committed to growth for its people and brands. They are seeking a skilled Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer to support manufacturing operations and lead capital projects, enhancing operational reliability and driving technical excellence.
ManufacturingMedical
Responsibilities
Act as the go-to expert for electrical systems, controls, and instrumentation. Provide hands-on support to manufacturing operations and maintenance initiatives, serve as the plant’s electrical safety specialist, and collaborate with control system specialists to maintain and improve system reliability
Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, OT networks, and electrical control issues
Provide hands-on support to maintenance and operations during breakdowns and chronic issues
Act as plant electrical safety champion and ensure compliance with NFPA 70E and internal standards
Support MES data flow and system reliability: PLC to MES connectivity, loss reason tagging issues, line status mismatches, and basic MES troubleshooting
Partner with the MES Lead and central OT&EIC on sustaining MES infrastructure, shift handoff issues, and basic configuration fixes
Support system start-ups, commissioning, and configuration
Serve as the electrical engineering lead on cross-functional capital project teams, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective design and implementation
Lead small to medium automation, controls, and OT infrastructure projects
Support large capital projects as the site EIC lead, ensuring designs meet plant standards and manufacturability requirements
Manage contractors and vendors during project execution
Conduct electrical engineering feasibility studies for new projects and process improvements, identifying opportunities for innovation, cost savings, and performance enhancements
Lead or support various engineering and administrative initiatives, including documentation, compliance, and continuous improvement efforts
Partner with maintenance and operations to resolve recurring losses and implement permanent corrective actions
Participate in root cause analysis for automation, instrumentation, and electrical failures
Identify opportunities for process improvements, standardization, and technology upgrades
Maintain P&IDs, electrical drawings, panel schematics, and change logs
Apply Clorox engineering and EIC standards and ensure documentation accuracy
Support basic cyber hygiene: account access control, patching windows, secure configurations, and alignment to central OT&EIC guidance
Ensure alignment with PLC/HMI/SCADA lifecycle expectations
Work with central OT&EIC on standards, system lifecycle, network architecture, and cyber requirements
Partner with Ops Excellence, HSE, Quality, and Production on improvements, safety compliance, and process upgrades
Mentor technicians and junior engineering staff; provide coaching during troubleshooting and project work
Lead and influence cross-functional project teams, including Process Engineers, Maintenance, Contractors, and external consultants
Direct the work of outside engineering firms and construction managers during project design and implementation
Collaborate with Operations / Process Improvement Technicians to develop One Point Lessons, Job Aids, and standard work
Collaborate with Safety Manager to ensure electrical safety compliance
Collaborate with Quality to ensure repeatable, high-quality output on equipment and processes and complies with all food safety protocols
Troubleshoot and repair electrical/control systems using equipment manuals, system drawings, P&IDs, schematics, and blueprints
Interpret and apply industry, regulatory, and company specifications and standards to projects
Support system start-up and commissioning, including configuration, wiring, calibration, and power testing
Interface with corporate engineering to influence design for manufacturability and ensure smooth commissioning of new lines
Develop and manage expense and capital budgets for assigned projects
Maintain scope, spending, and forecasting within approved budgets
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical/Mechatronics Engineering, or similar with 5 years of professional experience
Strong emphasis on Allen-Bradley and Siemens control systems
Solid understanding of electrical systems, instrumentation, and industrial automation
Experience in project management, budgeting, and procurement
Self-Starter with “Can Do” Attitude with a demonstrated ability to work with a minimum of supervision
Strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, collaboration, and leadership skills with the ability to interface with various levels in the organization
Attention to Detail
Excellent Attendance
Demonstrated Safety Awareness and Priority
Demonstrated Leadership and Mentoring
Analytical Thinking
Strong technical and troubleshooting skills related to electrical, instrumentation, controls, and power distribution / MCC's / conduit and wiring
Ability to develop, read, and interpret P&IDs and electrical drawings
Working knowledge of NEC, ANSI, IEC, NEMA, NFPA
Hands On - 50% of job is on the floor in the production environment
Preferred
Allen Bradley and Siemens PLC Controls Experience
Vision Systems Experience
Robotic Experience (FANUC)
HMI Development Experience
Electrical Power System Maintenance
Mechanical Aptitude
Hydraulic and Pneumatic System Knowledge
Experience in process batch and discrete manufacturing
Working knowledge of data collection systems
Engineering or operations experience with consumer-packaged goods packaging equipment and systems preferred
Food Manufacturing Experience Preferred
Benefits
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/adoption benefits
Company
The Clorox Company
The Clorox Company (NYSE: CLX) is a leading multinational manufacturer and marketer of consumer and professional products.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Linda Rendle
Chief Executive Officer
Kirsten Marriner
Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer
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