Controls Systems Designer

About Us

Johnson Controls is a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization. We help customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with precision and resilience in industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. With over 140 years of experience, Johnson Controls delivers performance where it matters, backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services, and an industry-leading field organization.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rates
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care – available day one
• Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities with outstanding resources
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision and using established standards, design hardware and program software for HVAC control systems to meet project requirements.
• Provide detailed information and submittals to communicate design and operation to customers, consultants, Johnson Controls field installation teams, and subcontractors.
• Respond to basic warranty calls.
• Select hardware designs from standard design library for flow diagrams, sequence of operations, bill of material, network layouts, and electrical schematics.
• Perform software programming using established standards as a basis of design.
• Coordinate the creation of necessary drawings and equipment schedules for submittals and installation.
• Select, order, and track the delivery of materials for assigned projects.
• Coordinate factory-mounting processes to meet factory and project schedules.
• Assist in the loading and commissioning of all system and network-level controllers.
• Assist in validation of complete system functionality and troubleshoot problems with subcontractors and other trades to ensure proper operation.
• Gather field changes from the project team and create as-built drawings and software.
• Prepare proper documentation and/or manuals for system operation.
• Keep management and JCI contractors or customers informed of job progress and issues.
• Assist in performing site-specific training for owner/operator on the total system.
• Complete paperwork including time sheets, expense reports, and on-site documentation.
• Adhere to safety standards with a high degree of regard to employee and subcontractor safety.

Requirements

• University degree and 1 year suggested minimum experience, or 2-year degree and 6 years suggested minimum experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with installing and/or commissioning controls systems including system-level controllers.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Demonstrated technical aptitude.
• Demonstrated advanced computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.

Pay

Hiring hourly range: $26–$37. The hourly rate will be determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.