Engineering Technician (onsite)

Johnson Controls; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Salem, VA is seeking an Engineering Technician to join Synchrony, our magnetic bearings product team. You will assemble electro-mechanical products and perform general assembly duties, driving development projects and partnering with engineers to plan, set up, and execute assembly and testing.

The role emphasizes precise workmanship, adherence to safety and quality standards, and support for the Engineering Team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Willingness to learn and a positive attitude.
• Experience reading assembly instructions and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components to complete subassemblies and assemblies.
• Press fit components and connect wiring per schematics.
• Conduct basic testing of components and assemblies.
• Read blueprints and follow work instructions precisely.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Support engineering team with testing and setup as needed.

Skills

High mechanical aptitude

Read and follow assembly instructions

Use hand tools

Positive attitude

Read blueprints

Lift up to 50 pounds

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Tools

Micrometers

Screwdrivers & pliers

Pallet jacks

Job description

About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

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What You Will Do

Johnson Controls is seeking an Engineering Technician to join Synchrony, our magnetic bearings product team based in Salem, VA. In this role, you will assemble electro-mechanical products and perform other general assembly duties. You will also drive the successful execution of cutting-edge magnetic bearing and high-speed motor development projects by ensuring assembly and testing is completed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule. Get ready to partner closely with engineers to plan, set up, and execute assembly and testing, bringing new products to life!

If you enjoy collaborating with a dynamic team to train, guide, and support assembly and test execution, ensuring consistency and excellence in engineering practices, this could be YOUR next opportunity! Join JCI and serve as a critical problem solver – quickly diagnosing and resolving issues related to assembly and functionality delivering reliable, actionable results.

This position is based at our Synchrony office location in Salem, VA. Candidates must be commuting distance to the facility, as well as US citizens and/or Permanent Residents of the US. Sponsorship and relocation is not provided for this position.

How You Will Do It

• Maintain a safe working environment and a commitment to safety excellence
• Assembly components to complete assemblies and subassemblies
• Press fit components together by heating and fitting
• Connect electrical components by properly wiring them according to schematics
• Basic testing on components, subassemblies and assemblies
• Use hand tools to assemble units
• Use adhesives to attach components and secure wires and coils
• Create coils and assemblies with high precision and attention to detail
• Read and understand work instructions and blueprints
• Assemble circuit boards and electrical panels
• Responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and orderly workplace
• Responsible for understanding and complying with quality policy, procedures and instructions to ensure product quality, customer satisfaction, attainment of business goals and environmental well-being
• Support the Engineering Team as needed

What you will need

Required

• High school diploma
• High mechanical aptitude
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn
• Read, understand and follow assembly instructions and follow blueprints and diagrams
• Experience using hand tools such as screwdriver, pliers, micrometers and others
• Operate small lifts, pallet jacks and other lifting equipment (training will be provided on our specific equipment but need basic skills beforehand).
• US citizen and/or Permanent Resident

Preferred

• 1+ years of assembly experience in a light industrial setting
• An Associates or Technical degree
• Experience working with mechanical parts

Physical Demands

• Must be able to be on feet all shift
• Employee must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Able to use hands for assembly and tool usage
• Cannot have allergies, or issues related to handling metals including aluminum, copper, bronze, and steel

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $20.00/hr - $35.00/hr Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us