Principal Process Engineer, Capital Projects

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Your role at Clorox:

Are you an engineer ready to join a high performing team leading manufacturing projects from ideation through startup? Do you have the desire to drive technology innovations and support the launch of product innovation? As part of the Clorox Process Engineering Team, you will be challenged with high impact projects and opportunities to help grow your career both personally and professionally. Our goal is to hire top performers with a diverse range of backgrounds; all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We are strong believers in investing in and supporting our employees to set high bars, challenge biases, and encourage one another to do and be their best!

Process Engineering, part of the Manufacturing Technology (MT) organization, is committed to delivering manufacturing breakthroughs, product initiatives, cost savings, and supply assurance projects with excellence. As part of the MT organization, you will have a direct connection to championing both the consumer and your teammates to be well and thrive every day. From determining & delivering next generation processing systems that meet today’s needs while supporting our future innovation/growth pipeline to designing a new plant, Manufacturing Technology is at the forefront ready to meet the business challenges head on.

Process Engineering team members are the technical experts responsible for the design, construction, and commissioning/startup of complex process & utility projects across the network. As part of a larger engineering team consisting of packaging, process, and project management, we work closely with our plant customers, R&D, and Business Units to optimize projects for manufacturing and business needs. Our goal is to deliver reliable equipment and integrations that exceed startup and safety targets, and help the company grow top and bottom lines.

In this role, you will:

• Manage and lead projects in accordance with Clorox Project Management Standards to achieve required results, timing, and budgetary targets.

• Provide functional specific technical leadership on evolving capabilities within the industry and insight to project teams on plants’ engineering requirements.

• Mentor, train, and develop direct and indirect reports.

• Participate in the continuous improvement efforts of the Corporate and project safety performance by leading the safety programs and driving new initiatives.

• Ensure projects meet environmental compliance requirements while supporting environmental sustainability goal achievement.

What we look for:

• Engineering Degree (BSME / BSEE / BSChE / IE or equivalent engineering degree)

• 8+ years engineering experience in various functions, to include 2+ experience in Operations, Staff Engineering, and Plant Engineering

• Expertise in dry materials and powder handling in addition to liquids processing

• Experience leading capital projects and capital budget process

• Strong business acumen, with ability to calibrate with business objectives and meet deadlines

• Knowledge of SAP or equivalent

• Familiarity with CI / TPM / Lean Manufacturing processes and techniques

• Proven ability to document and communicate technical information to technical and non-technical audiences

• Background in CPG environment

• Must be willing to travel 50 – 75% to plant and equipment vendor sites as needed

Workplace type:

Hybrid: This position will work 3 days in the Alpharetta office and 2 days remotely.

We seek out and celebrate diverse backgrounds and experiences. We’re looking for fresh perspectives, a desire to bring your best, and a non-stop drive to keep growing and learning.

At Clorox, we have a Culture of Inclusion. We believe our values-based culture connects to our purpose and helps our people be the best versions of themselves, professionally and personally. This means building a workplace where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate in our Clorox community. Learn more about our I&D program & initiatives <