Sr. Application Engineer I

jci; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

On the job/cross training

Job summary

Johnson Controls seeks a detail-oriented Fire Detection System pre-sales engineer in Bengaluru to support global projects. You will review inputs, prepare BOMs and costing sheets, and coordinate with procurement while ensuring quality and on-time delivery.

Responsibilities include technical reviews, bid estimation, and customer reporting, with emphasis on adherence to standards and vendor coordination. 10+ years of relevant experience preferred.

Qualifications

• BE in Instrumentation / Electrical / Electronics.
• Strong knowledge of Fire Detection System (Fire Alarm, VESDA, Linear Heat Detection, Fireman Intercom, Detection part of Gas Suppression system, Gas Detection).
• Experience with Simplex, Zettler, Xtralis, Securiton & Wagner products for Aspirating Smoke Detection.
• Simplex & VESDA certifications are a plus.
• Familiar with local code requirements for Singapore, Hong Kong & Malaysia region.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Office tools, Blue Beam.
• Knowledge of BACNet, Modbus and other protocols.
• Experience coordinating with procurement and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Review project inputs and specifications to capture scope and requirements.
• Review MEP drawings and identify equipment for Fire Detection System.
• Prepare and participate in project kick-offs/reviews with technical queries and minutes.
• Follow estimation process to select hardware, software, and services for optimum budget.
• Create BOM, select Fire Alarm Panels, Controllers, Field Devices, software IDs, network connections.
• Prepare Costing Sheet, Preliminaries, checklists, diagrams and deviation charts.
• Ensure quality, timely deliveries and customer satisfaction.
• Escalate issues with evidences to avoid impact on delivery schedule.
• Maintain operational parameters and ensure timesheet compliance.
• Provide weekly/monthly customer progress reports.
• Participate in organization employee engagement initiatives.

Skills

Fire Detection System knowledge

Leadership

Team player

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Education

BE (Instrumentation / Electrical / Electronics / Electronics & Communication)

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Blue Beam

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

What we look for

• BE (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 & Wagner product for Aspirating Smoke Detection system
• Simplex & VESDA certifications will have added advantage
• Expertise in Fire Alarm Code and Guidelines. Should be familiar with local code requirement for Singapore, Hong Kong & Malaysia region.

• Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, etc.), Blue Beam

• Knowledge of different types of network protocols like BACNet, Modbus, and other protocols.
• Should have good experience for subcon/vendor engagement keeping close

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.

Preferred

10+ 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.