Senior Electrical Engineer

Job overview

The Senior Electrical Engineer is an onsite role based in Amherst, VA. The salary range is $90,900 - $170,100 per year. This position serves as the site's technical authority for electrical power systems and industrial controls. This role exists to ensure the safe and reliable operation of plant electrical infrastructure while driving continuous improvement in automation and network resilience. The engineer partners with cross-functional teams to support production goals and long-term asset health.

What you'll do

• Lead design and maintenance of electrical distribution systems
• manage electrical capital projects
• serve as subject-matter expert for PLCs and SCADA
• own OT network architecture and cybersecurity
• analyze downtime data
• train plant personnel.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

amherst va

electrical engineer

onsite

automation

controls

plc

manufacturing

capital projects

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, flexible time off, inclusive fertility/adoption benefits.

Why this role

Requires Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Controls Engineering; 5+ years of manufacturing experience; Rockwell/Allen-Bradley experience preferred.

About the employer

The Clorox Company is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.