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Control Systems Engineer

Central Engineering Support Team

The Central Engineering Support Team is a national, high-skill engineering resource group that provides specialized technical support, mentoring, and engineering deliverables to supplement and strengthen local engineering teams across the organization. The core purpose of the team is:

• Augment local engineering capacity when sources are limited or skillsets are stretched
• Deliver high-quality, buildable engineering solutions (hardware, software, graphics, commissioning support)
• Provide mentoring and knowledge transfer to elevate local engineers and teams
• Promote standardization, best practices, and process consistency across regions

What you will do:

Under general direction of the Central Engineering Support Team Leaders, you will be assigned work based on the needs of local branches across the United States, participate in company objectives, such as instruct formal training classes, and work in special groups, like the mentoring program, QA/QC development, and delivery standardization.

How you will do it:

Participate in turnover meetings with the branch field team and will work closely with the branch Lead Engineer to provide quality delivery. Delivery can include any of the following:

• Design and configure technically complex building control systems as defined by the contract documents. Coordinates the creation of necessary drawings (flow diagrams, point schedule, sequence of operations, bill of material, network layouts etc.) and schedules (valve, damper, etc.) for submittals and installation.
• Develop and tests software programs necessary to operate the system with the intent of the branch’s project requirements.
• Provide remote troubleshooting support with graphics and databases
• Ensure quality and consistency by strictly following QA/QC standards for all engineering deliverables.
• Select, order, and track the delivery of materials for assigned projects. Coordinate factory-mounting processes to meet factory and project schedule.
• May assist in the start-up, loading and commissioning of system controllers as required.
• May assist in commissioning system functionality and troubleshoot problems with subcontractors and other trades to ensure proper operation.
• Maintains clear communication with branch teams regarding your progress, risks and concerns.
• Actively participate in the Engineering Mentoring Program.
• Adheres to safety standards. High degree of regard to employee and subcontractor safety.

What we look for:

• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex system issues.
• Deep understanding of BAS programming and HVAC fundamentals, including system sequences and field applications.
• Solid knowledge of control theory and building automation systems.
• Advanced computer skills, including engineering tools.
• Experience with integrating low-voltage building systems, such as lighting.
• Understand BACnet and Modbus protocols and communication standards.
• Confidently lead technical decisions with sound engineering judgment and accountability.
• Clear and effective communication skills with project teams.
• Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.
• Enjoy working with a team and mentoring others.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $85,000 – 118,000. USD Salary 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.

For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site. 

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Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will consider individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The salary range represents the intended compensation for this position. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may offer specialized skills and experience that go beyond the typical qualifications for the role.

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

JCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any protected categories.

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.