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About this Controls Systems Engineer / Systems Designer role at Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls · Onsite · Ottawa-Ontario-Canada

Johnson Controls is a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. For more than 140 years, we have delivered innovative building technologies, software, and services that help our customers optimize performance, reduce energy consumption, and improve safety.

What You Will Do

Under the general direction of the Installation/Operations Manager and/or Engineering Leader, you will be responsible for the design, configuration, and delivery of building control systems, including fire, HVAC, and other low-voltage systems, in alignment with project requirements.

You will support the successful execution of projects by bridging the gap between engineering design, system programming, and field installation. This includes developing hardware and software designs, coordinating with project teams, and ensuring system functionality meets customer and contract expectations.

You will work closely with Sales, Operations, Project Management, and field teams to support project development, provide technical input (including value engineering and system optimization), and ensure designs are delivered accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.

You may also provide guidance to junior designers or technical support staff and contribute to continuous improvement of engineering standards and processes.

How You Will Do It

- Design and configure building control systems, including flow diagrams, sequences of operations, bill of materials, network layouts, and electrical schematics.

- Develop, test, and implement software programs required to operate control systems in accordance with project requirements.

- Select hardware designs using established standards and libraries and ensure proper system integration.

- Coordinate preparation of drawings, equipment schedules, and submittal documentation.

- Select, order, and track materials to ensure timely delivery aligned with project schedules.

- Support system commissioning, including loading controllers, validating functionality, and troubleshooting issues.

- Gather and incorporate field changes into as-built drawings and documentation.

- Assist with site-specific training for customers and end users on system operation.

- Participate in project meetings and provide updates on progress and technical issues.

- Perform value engineering to optimize cost-effective solutions.

- Ensure designs meet quality, safety, and compliance standards.

- Adhere to Johnson Controls safety policies.

What We Look For

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a diploma in Engineering Technology, Building Systems, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.

- Experience in building automation systems, HVAC controls, fire systems, or related low-voltage systems.

- Knowledge of control theory, automatic temperature controls, and system integration protocols such as BACnet or LON.

- Experience with system design tools, drafting software, and technical documentation.

- Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical, and control systems.

- Ability to troubleshoot, commission, and validate complex systems.

- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical information clearly.

- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

- Proficiency in MS Office and relevant engineering/design software.

-Proficiency in both English and French is considered a strong asset.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE:$32,01 - $40,15 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates 
may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

Johnson Controls’ Canadian subsidiaries are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants, candidates and employees with disabilities, in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and in Ontario, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (“AODA”). When requested, accommodation will be provided throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. To request accommodation, please contact us. Any information you provide related to accommodation measures will be treated as confidential. A copy of Johnson Controls’ applicable AODA policies are available on our website at www.johnsoncontrols.com for your reference, and can be made available in accessible formats upon request.

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About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls: Enhancing the Intelligence of Buildings Your buildings have a purpose. They are places for people to live or work. Facilities for learning or healing. Venues for entertainment and shopping. Sites for the specialized storage of tangible goods or mission-critical data. Your buildings have a huge variety of functions; they are central to your mission. This is where Johnson Controls comes in, helping drive the outcomes that matter most. Through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we make your buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Most important, smarter buildings let you focus more intense

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