Electrical Controls Engineer Jobs in Georgia
Electrical Controls Engineer jobs in Georgia are in strong demand, concentrated in manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and food processing industries, with openings at every level from entry-level controls technicians to senior systems engineers. The heaviest hiring is in the Atlanta metro, Savannah, and Augusta, where employers like Kia Georgia, Gulfstream Aerospace, and Procter & Gamble maintain large operations requiring ongoing controls engineering talent. The most in-demand specialties include PLC programming, SCADA systems, and motion control for automated production lines. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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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 Principal Electrical, Instrumentation & Control (EIC) Engineer is based at our Atlanta West manufacturing facility in Forest Park, Georgia, and reports to the Site Engineering Leader.In this role, you will drive sustainable improvements in manufacturing throughput across packaging and/or processing operations by identifying and eliminating constraints, reducing operational losses, and improving equipment and process performance.
You will also provide engineering-level support for complex electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation challenges that impact site performance. Working closely with Maintenance and Operations teams, you will apply structured problem-solving methodologies, lead targeted improvement initiatives, and manage a limited portfolio of capital projects.
In this role, you will:
Engineering Support & Troubleshooting
- Provide engineering-level support for complex electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation issues, including PLC/HMI systems, drives, motors, sensors, and industrial communications.
- Serve as an escalation resource for technical issues affecting equipment reliability, production performance, and overall site operations.
- Coordinate maintenance technicians, controls specialists, equipment suppliers, contractors, and external engineering resources to resolve complex technical challenges.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, electrical drawings, operating parameters, troubleshooting standards, and engineering change records.
Throughput Improvement & Problem Solving
- Lead data-driven improvement initiatives to increase packaging and/or processing throughput, eliminate bottlenecks, and improve equipment and process capability.
- Partner with Maintenance and Operations leaders to address daily and long-term performance challenges, recurring equipment failures, reliability opportunities, and operating standards.
- Apply structured problem-solving methodologies such as DMAIC, Root Cause Analysis, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA), and formal project management.
- Lead improvement efforts from problem definition and root cause identification through implementation, verification, and sustained results.
- Analyze manufacturing data to identify systemic losses, prioritize opportunities, and implement effective, sustainable countermeasures.
Capital Projects & Technical Capability
- Lead or support a focused portfolio of capital projects, from scope development and business justification through installation, commissioning, training, and vertical start-up.
- Build Operations and Maintenance capabilities by providing coaching, technical guidance, and knowledge transfer following equipment improvements or changes.
- Ensure all assigned projects and activities comply with site safety, quality, environmental, regulatory, budget, and change-control requirements.
What we look for:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering from an accredited institution.
- 8-15 years of engineering experience in manufacturing, industrial operations, automation, maintenance, reliability, process improvement, or a related technical environment.
- Experience in electrical, instrumentation, controls, automation, PLC/HMI, drive, motor, sensor, and industrial communication troubleshooting.
- Demonstrated experience improving equipment, process, or manufacturing performance.
- Experience applying DMAIC, formal project management, Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, RCFA, or another formal elevated problem-solving methodology.
- Ability to analyze manufacturing data, identify systemic losses, determine root causes, and implement sustainable countermeasures.
- Strong manufacturing troubleshooting, prioritization, documentation, project leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with production employees, maintenance technicians, technical specialists, vendors, and site leaders.
- Working knowledge of electrical, instrumentation, controls, automation, PLC/HMI, drives, motors, sensors, and industrial communication systems is preferred.
- Experience managing contractors, equipment suppliers, or external engineering resources is preferred.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing safety, quality, environmental, regulatory, and change-management expectations.
#Li-Onsite
Workplace type:
On-site
Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That’s why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive. Learn more.
[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: $109,400 - $210,000
–Zone B: $100,300 - $192,500
–Zone C: $91,200 - $175,000
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.
Please apply directly to our job postings and do not submit your resume to any person via text message. Clorox does not conduct text-based interviews and encourages you to be cautious of anyone posing as a Clorox recruiter via unsolicited texts during these uncertain times.
To all recruitment agencies: Clorox (and its brand families) does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Clorox employees, including any members of our leadership team. Clorox is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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 Principal Electrical, Instrumentation & Control (EIC) Engineer is based at our Atlanta West manufacturing facility in Forest Park, Georgia, and reports to the Site Engineering Leader.In this role, you will drive sustainable improvements in manufacturing throughput across packaging and/or processing operations by identifying and eliminating constraints, reducing operational losses, and improving equipment and process performance.
You will also provide engineering-level support for complex electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation challenges that impact site performance. Working closely with Maintenance and Operations teams, you will apply structured problem-solving methodologies, lead targeted improvement initiatives, and manage a limited portfolio of capital projects.
In this role, you will:
Engineering Support & Troubleshooting
- Provide engineering-level support for complex electrical, instrumentation, controls, and automation issues, including PLC/HMI systems, drives, motors, sensors, and industrial communications.
- Serve as an escalation resource for technical issues affecting equipment reliability, production performance, and overall site operations.
- Coordinate maintenance technicians, controls specialists, equipment suppliers, contractors, and external engineering resources to resolve complex technical challenges.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, electrical drawings, operating parameters, troubleshooting standards, and engineering change records.
Throughput Improvement & Problem Solving
- Lead data-driven improvement initiatives to increase packaging and/or processing throughput, eliminate bottlenecks, and improve equipment and process capability.
- Partner with Maintenance and Operations leaders to address daily and long-term performance challenges, recurring equipment failures, reliability opportunities, and operating standards.
- Apply structured problem-solving methodologies such as DMAIC, Root Cause Analysis, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA), and formal project management.
- Lead improvement efforts from problem definition and root cause identification through implementation, verification, and sustained results.
- Analyze manufacturing data to identify systemic losses, prioritize opportunities, and implement effective, sustainable countermeasures.
Capital Projects & Technical Capability
- Lead or support a focused portfolio of capital projects, from scope development and business justification through installation, commissioning, training, and vertical start-up.
- Build Operations and Maintenance capabilities by providing coaching, technical guidance, and knowledge transfer following equipment improvements or changes.
- Ensure all assigned projects and activities comply with site safety, quality, environmental, regulatory, budget, and change-control requirements.
What we look for:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering from an accredited institution.
- 8-15 years of engineering experience in manufacturing, industrial operations, automation, maintenance, reliability, process improvement, or a related technical environment.
- Experience in electrical, instrumentation, controls, automation, PLC/HMI, drive, motor, sensor, and industrial communication troubleshooting.
- Demonstrated experience improving equipment, process, or manufacturing performance.
- Experience applying DMAIC, formal project management, Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, RCFA, or another formal elevated problem-solving methodology.
- Ability to analyze manufacturing data, identify systemic losses, determine root causes, and implement sustainable countermeasures.
- Strong manufacturing troubleshooting, prioritization, documentation, project leadership, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with production employees, maintenance technicians, technical specialists, vendors, and site leaders.
- Working knowledge of electrical, instrumentation, controls, automation, PLC/HMI, drives, motors, sensors, and industrial communication systems is preferred.
- Experience managing contractors, equipment suppliers, or external engineering resources is preferred.
- Working knowledge of manufacturing safety, quality, environmental, regulatory, and change-management expectations.
#Li-Onsite
Workplace type:
On-site
Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That’s why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive. Learn more.
[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: $109,400 - $210,000
–Zone B: $100,300 - $192,500
–Zone C: $91,200 - $175,000
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.
Please apply directly to our job postings and do not submit your resume to any person via text message. Clorox does not conduct text-based interviews and encourages you to be cautious of anyone posing as a Clorox recruiter via unsolicited texts during these uncertain times.
To all recruitment agencies: Clorox (and its brand families) does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Clorox employees, including any members of our leadership team. Clorox is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in electrical controls engineer jobs across Georgia.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, electrical technology, or closely related field required
- Proficiency in PLC programming platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Beckhoff
- Hands-on experience designing and troubleshooting industrial control systems and panels
- Familiarity with SCADA systems, HMI configuration, and industrial network protocols
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications
- Knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, and UL 508A standards applicable to industrial control panel design
Electrical Controls Engineer Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a electrical controls engineer in Georgia?
Most electrical controls engineers in Georgia enter the field with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology from an ABET-accredited program. Georgia does not require a state license for most industry controls engineering roles, though engineers who stamp drawings for public projects must hold a Professional Engineer license issued by the Georgia State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Earning certifications in platforms like Rockwell Automation or Siemens strengthens candidacy considerably.
Which companies hire electrical controls engineers in Georgia?
Employers hiring electrical controls engineers in Georgia right now include The Clorox Company, Amazon, and Mujin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Georgia's strong manufacturing base, anchored by automotive plants, aerospace facilities, and large consumer goods operations, creates consistent year-round demand across the state.
Which Georgia cities have the most electrical controls engineer jobs?
Alpharetta, Atlanta, and Covington have the most electrical controls engineer openings in Georgia. Atlanta drives the largest share through its concentration of manufacturing facilities, system integrators, and corporate engineering offices, while Savannah and other secondary markets benefit from major industrial employers like Gulfstream Aerospace and the Port of Savannah's growing logistics and manufacturing ecosystem.
Are there remote electrical controls engineer jobs in Georgia?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of electrical controls engineer openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role typically is. The portions of the work most suited to remote arrangements include controls design, PLC code development, and documentation review, while commissioning, installation, and on-site troubleshooting almost always require physical presence.
How can I get hired as a electrical controls engineer in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a controls technician or automation technician role at a Georgia manufacturing plant, where hands-on PLC and panel experience builds quickly on the job. Georgia employers like Kia Georgia and major food and beverage processors regularly hire engineering co-ops and new graduates into junior controls roles. Completing an associate degree in electrical technology from a Georgia Technical College System school, paired with a Rockwell or Siemens certification, gives candidates a measurable edge over applicants without formal credentials.
Where can I find and apply to electrical controls engineer jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to electrical controls engineer jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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