Senior Process Engineer - Capital Projects

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Your role at Clorox:

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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:

• Lead the development of project scopes, schedules, and cost estimates, ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations and organizational priorities.

• Drive risk management efforts by identifying potential project risks early and implementing effective mitigation strategies.

• Coordinate with external vendors, contractors, and consultants to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of project components.

• Support capital planning processes by contributing technical insights for future investment opportunities.

• Champion the integration of innovative technologies and best practices to enhance plant reliability, efficiency, and competitiveness.

• Travel 50 – 75% to plant and equipment vendor sites as needed for project work

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial, or related discipline).

What we look for:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive engineering experience across multiple functions; ideally including 2+ years in Operations, 2+ years in Plant Engineering, and 2+ years in a Staff Engineering or Technical role.

• Experience managing capital projects, including involvement in capital budgeting and project justification processes.

• Proven ability to clearly document and communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Willingness and flexibility to travel 25–75% to support on-site project execution and vendor coordination.

• Proficient in SAP or similar ERP systems, with solid knowledge of engineering standards and practical experience with Continuous Improvement (CI), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and Lean Manufacturing methodologies.

• Technical expertise in dry materials and powder handling, as well as liquids processing systems is preferred

• Experience in consumer-packaged goods (CPG), FDA-regulated manufacturing, or PSM environments a plus.

• Preferred experience in both dry materials/powder handling and liquid processing systems.

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Workplace type:

Hybrid: onsite 3 days a week.

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 here.

[U.S.]Additional Information:

At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. To help make this possible, we offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a 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, and more.

We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are transparent with current and future teammates about our full salary ranges. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities, while also allowing for differentiation based on performance. Based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at Clorox in the first half of the applicable range. Your starting pay will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, knowledge, experience and location. The applicable salary range for every role in the U.S. is based on your work location and is aligned to one of three zones according to the cost of labor in your area.

–Zone A: $88,700 - $165,900–Zone B: $81,300 - $152,100–Zone C: $73,900 - $138,300

All ranges are subject to change in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

This job is also eligible for participation in Clorox’s incentive plans, subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and policies.

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