Lead Application Engineer II

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Bengaluru, India, is seeking a senior Fire Detection Systems estimator/engineer to support pre-sales for global projects. You will review MEP drawings, prepare BOMs, cost sheets, and ensure budget alignment with client requirements.

The role requires extensive experience in fire detection systems, knowledge of BACnet/Modbus, and collaboration with procurement and field teams to deliver compliant, on-time solutions.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech in instrumentation/electrical/electronics.
• 11+ years of experience in Fire Detection Systems.
• Strong knowledge of fire alarm concepts and code guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Support pre-sales engineering for global Fire Detection projects.
• Prepare BOM, cost sheets, and technical write-ups.
• Review drawings, specifications, and SOPs.
• Coordinate with vendors and procurement.
• Ensure on-time delivery and quality.

Skills

Pre-sales engineering

Cost estimation

Project coordination

MEP drawings review

AutoCAD

Vendor coordination

Leadership

Communication

Education

BE/B.Tech Instrumentation

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Visio

Xtralis

Securiton

Job description

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team

As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience, focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

We are a Great Place To Work-Certified organization. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard - your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What we offer:

• Competitive salary

• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

• On the job/cross training opportunities

• Encouraging and collaborative team environment

• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What you will do

The primary responsibility for this role is to support pre-sales engineering for Fire Detection System global projects as per country specific standards. Basic knowledge about bill of material preparation, cost estimation to come up with competitive bid. Follow processes, maintain required quality standards and on time deliveries to ensure customer satisfaction.

How you will do it

Review project inputs and specifications; should be able to capture the scope and understand the complete requirements of the project. Review MEP drawings, specification, SOP and identify equipment related to Fire Detection System (Fire Alarm, VESDA, Linear Heat Detection, Fireman Intercom, Detection part of Gas Suppression System, Gas Detection etc) Preparation and participation for project kick-off / review meetings with technical queries, compliance / deviations log, risk logs and record minutes of meeting. Adherence to standard estimation process and guideline to select proper combination of hardware, software, equipment, materials and services to come up with the optimum budget. Creation of bill of material, selection of Fire Alarm Panels, Controllers, Field Devices, Software Identification, Network connection, Cable Type and Length Calculations related to Fire Detection System. Preparation of Costing Sheet including Preliminaries and other costs, Cost comparison charts, Checklist, Technical Write-up, Block Diagram, Deviation Chart etc. Ensure quality assurance, defect free deliverables, on time deliveries and customer satisfaction. Escalate issues in the right time, so as not to affect the project delivery schedule; any escalations with respect to scope-creep must be clearly backed up with evidences. Keep operational parameters at desired level for all assigned projects. Ensure timesheet compliance with respect to entry and review for self and team. Weekly/Monthly customer reporting for project progress. Active participation in organization employee engagement initiatives

Preferred

11+ years of relevant experience in Fire Detection System's Desing and Estimation.

Johnson Controls 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, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit www.johnsoncontrols.com/tomorrowneedsyou.

co-ordination with procurement

Must be a quick learner, team player & should have a keen eye for problem solving. Proficient in written and verbal communication. Ability to demonstrate good leadership skills. Knowledge of different types of network protocols like BACNet, Modbus, and other protocols. Should have good experience for subcon/vendor engagement keeping close Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.)

BE/ B.Tech (Instrumentation / Electrical / Electronics / Electronics & Communication). Strong knowledge of Fire Detection System (Fire Alarm, VESDA, Linear Heat Detection, Fireman Intercom, Detection part of Gas Suppression System, Gas Detection etc) Knowledge on Simplex & Zettler fire alarm product along with Xtralis & Securiton product for Aspirating Smoke Detection system Simplex & Zettler certifications will have added advantage. Should have knowledge on Lithium Ion Risk Prevention system. Certification will be added advantage. Expertise in Fire Alarm Code and Guidelines. Should be familiar with local code requirement for Singapore, Hong Kong & Malaysia region.