Building Controls Engineer – Design & Commissioning

Johnson Controls; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Relocation assistance or sign-on bonus

Company vehicle

Paid vacation/holidays/sick time 15 v

Comprehensive benefits day one

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Indianapolis designs, configures, and operates complete building control systems including fire, security, and low voltage subsystems. You’ll work with field teams to ensure quality, timeliness, and efficient designs.

The role involves developing software, submitting drawings, coordinating equipment schedules, and supporting commissioning and training. Travel is required, and a strong foundation in engineering with HVAC/building automation is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and minimum 3 years' experience in building controls or HVAC.
• Demonstrated knowledge of control theory, building automation systems and related subsystems.
• Experience with Johnson Controls software programming.
• Experience integrating low voltage subsystems using industry protocols (e.g., LON, BACnet).
• Ability to travel regularly and communicate to non-technical audiences.
• Advanced computer skills, including drafting tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, configuration, and operation of complete building control systems (fire, security, low voltage subsystems).
• Develops software programs and commissioning to ensure proper operation of building control systems.
• Communicates design/submittals to customers, consultants, and field teams.
• Creates drawings, bill of materials, network layouts, and equipment schedules.
• Coordinates delivery of materials and factory mounting processes.
• Performs site training for owner/operators and supports commissioning and handover.

Skills

Control theory

Building automation

JCI software programming

HVAC industry knowledge

Technical communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Johnson Controls in Indianapolis designs, configures, and operates complete building control systems including fire, security, and low voltage subsystems. You’ll work with field teams to ensure quality, timeliness, and efficient designs.

The role involves developing software, submitting drawings, coordinating equipment schedules, and supporting commissioning and training. Travel is required, and a strong foundation in engineering with HVAC/building automation is expected.