Engineering Graduate - Entry Level

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Gas card

Vacation

Sick days

Holidays

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking an entry level engineer to grow in the HVAC Controls and Building Automation Systems (BAS) space with the Federal Systems team at the Pentagon.

No military experience is required; we have supported the Pentagon for nearly 20 years and are expanding our energy efficiency initiatives. The role includes hands-on work with Metasys and Distech controls, preventive maintenance, commissioning, diagnostics, documentation, and customer training.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• U.S. citizen with ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances.

Responsibilities

• Conduct training to improve proficiency in product lines and systems; obtain certifications as required.
• Perform preventive maintenance, repair, installation, commissioning, and checkouts of HVAC controls and BAS.
• Diagnose and repair electronic and digital control system malfunctions.
• Test and modify system software as needed.
• Document field changes and discrepancies for engineering drawings.
• Provide training and manuals on electronic control systems to customers.
• Assist mechanical staff with troubleshooting and minor maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and customer requirements.
• Compile project documentation such as certificates of completion and punch lists.
• Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and specifications.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Technical aptitude

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

Metasys

Distech

Tridium Niagara

DDC systems

Job description

We are seeking an entry level engineer who has a desire to learn and grow in the exciting field of HVAC Controls and Building Automation Systems (BAS) to join our Federal Systems team based at one of the most iconic buildings in the world – the Pentagon (military experience is not required). We've supported the Pentagon for nearly 20 years with their energy efficiency and sustainability needs, and are looking to grow our team.

Pay range: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour to start with designated milestone pay increases for completed training. Negotiable based on experience. Company Vehicle: Yes. Gas card provided also. Shift: Day shift, primarily 6:30am-3:00pm, Monday-Friday. Benefits: Eligible for benefits on first day of employment. Vacation: 3 weeks of paid vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays, and 10 standard holidays per calendar year. Travel: Limited. Primary work will all be at the Pentagon. May travel some initially for training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct self-study and instructor led training to improve technical proficiency in company's product lines and systems; completes certifications as required
• Perform preventive maintenance, repair, installation, commissioning, point-to-point checkouts, troubleshooting and/or replacement of HVAC controls systems (BAS systems) and related light commercial mechanical equipment; most work will involve Johnson Controls Metasys and Distech controls
• Diagnose and repair a variety of electronic and digital control system malfunctions
• Test and perform modifications to systems software when needed
• Assist with sketching and documenting field changes and discrepancies for engineering corrections and drawings
• Provide training and associated manuals and documentation to customers on electronic control systems operations
• Help mechanical staff troubleshoot issues and may help with minor mechanical maintenance
• Ensure work performed complies with company, federal regulations, industry standards and guidelines, and customer requirements
• Compile project documentation, such as certificate of completion, customer training forms, training certificates and punch lists
• Read and properly interpret blueprints, diagrams, submittals, specifications, software/systems programs, schematics and operational product manuals
• Adhere to Johnson Controls and customer safety standards, provide safety awareness leadership and instruction to technicians and subcontractors on Johnson Controls work sites

Required Qualifications

• Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, preferably in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, HVAC, or Industrial Engineering fields
• U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances and/or badges as required to perform site duties (This involves a background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit check.)

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with HVAC mechanical equipment or HVAC Controls (Direct Digital Controls), VAV's, VRF's, or other related systems and equipment
• Knowledge of electronic or digital controls systems, HVAC controls systems, facilities management systems, site preparation, peripheral equipment installation and servicing techniques
• Technical knowledge and experience working with Johnson Controls Metasys, Tridium Niagara, or Distech Direct Digital Control (DDC) system
• Programming and/or troubleshooting various brands of HVAC controls products is highly desired (Johnson Controls, Honeywell, Siemens, Delta, Distech, Carrier, ALC, Andover)
• Experience with BAS communication protocols including at least one of the following: BACnet MSTP, BACnet IP, N2, P1, Modbus, and/or LON
• Experience using SMP, SCT, and/or CCT

Johnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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/careers