Controls Systems Engineer / Designer

About the role

Johnson Controls is looking for a Controls Systems Engineer / Designer to design, configure and deliver building control systems, including fire, HVAC and other low-voltage systems, under the direction of the Installation/Operations Manager and/or Engineering Leader. The role bridges engineering design, system programming and field installation, working with Sales, Operations, Project Management and field teams.

Key responsibilities

• Design and configure building control systems, including flow diagrams, sequences of operations, bills of materials, network layouts and electrical schematics.
• Develop, test and implement software programs that operate the control systems according to project requirements.
• Select hardware designs using established standards and libraries and ensure proper system integration.
• Coordinate drawings, equipment schedules and submittal documentation, and select, order and track materials.
• Support system commissioning, including loading controllers, validating functionality and troubleshooting.
• Incorporate field changes into as-built drawings and documentation, and assist with customer and end-user training.
• Take part in project meetings, perform value engineering and ensure designs meet quality, safety and compliance standards.
• Guide junior designers or technical support staff and contribute to improving engineering standards.

Required profile

• 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 protocols such as BACnet or LON.
• Ability to troubleshoot, commission and validate complex systems.

Required skills

• System design tools, drafting software and technical documentation.
• Strong understanding of electrical, mechanical and control systems.
• Proficiency in MS Office and relevant engineering/design software.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, with a stated hourly range of $36-46.
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time.
• Benefits including pension, medical, dental and vision care, available from day one.
• Product and on-the-job training, a collaborative team environment, safety commitment and employee discount programs.