HVAC Building Controls Application Engineer

YDU JC Air Cond & Ref Inc.- Dubai; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Relocation assistance or sign-on bonus

Company vehicle

Paid vacation/holidays/sick time

Comprehensive benefits from day one

Training opportunities

Safety focus

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Indianapolis seeks an experienced Building Automation Systems Engineer to design, configure, and commission complex control systems for HVAC, fire, and security subsystems. You will work with field teams to ensure quality, timeliness, and efficient operations across projects.

The role requires a technical degree and several years in BAS, knowledge of Metasys, and ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical customers.

Qualifications

• Associate or Technical degree in a relevant field with minimum five years of HVAC BAS experience
• Experience with HVAC building automation systems, equipment, and networking concepts (BAS, DDC controls)
• Knowledge of control theory, automatic temperature controls, and building subsystems from design, installation, or commissioning perspectives
• Experience integrating low voltage building subsystems using industry protocols
• Ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Strong computer skills, especially drafting tools
• Proactive problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, Systems or related) or 2-year technical degree with 10+ years building controls experience (preferred)
• Experience with Johnson Controls Metasys Building Automation System

Responsibilities

• Design, configure, and operate complete building control systems including fire, security, and other low voltage subsystems
• Ensure quality, timeliness, and efficiency of designs for field teams
• Develop software programs, commissioning, and testing for proper system operation
• Provide submittals and information to communicate design and operation to customers and installation teams
• Coordinate drawings, equipment schedules, and submittals for installation
• Assist in loading and commissioning of system and network controllers
• Participate in project meetings and provide field change information for as-built drawings
• Support site-specific training for owners/operators

Skills

HVAC BAS concepts

Control theory

System integration

Problem solving

Independent work

Cross-functional teamwork

Non-technical communication

Education

Associate or Technical degree

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferred)

Tools

Metasys

CAD software

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. 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
• Relocation assistance or sign-on bonus (as applicable)
• Company vehicle (as applicable)
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time - 15 days of vacation first year
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one.
• Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities
• With outstanding resources
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
• Career advancement opportunities

What you do

• Be responsible for the design, configuration, and operation of complete building control systems including fire, security, and other low voltage control sub-systems (i.e., lighting, nurse call, data networks, etc.) to meet the intent of the project requirements.
• Accountable to field teams for quality, timeliness and efficiency of designs.
• Develops complex software programs, commissioning and solving to ensure proper operations of the building control system.
• Provides detailed information and submittals to communicate design and operation to customers, consultants, Johnson Controls field installation team and subcontractors.

How will you do it

• Designs and configures are technically complex building control systems as defined by the contract documents.
• Creates flow diagrams, sequence of operations, bill of material, network layouts and electrical schematics as required.
• Develop and tests software programs necessary to operate the system per the project requirements' intent.
• Coordinates and creates necessary drawings and equipment schedules for submittals and installation.
• Selects, orders, and tracks the delivery of materials for assigned projects.
• Coordinates factory-mounting processes to meet factory and project schedule.
• Assists in the loading and commissioning of all system and network-level controllers as required.
• Assists in validation of complete system functionality and solves problems with subcontractors and other trades to ensure proper operation.
• Provides field change information to the project team for the creation of as-built drawings and software.
• Keeps management and JCI contractor or customer informed of job progress and issues.
• Assists in performing site-specific training for owner/operator on the total building control system.
• Participates in the release meeting with project field team.
• Performs value engineering to provide cost effective results while maintaining customer satisfaction.
• May provide work directions to Systems Design Assistants.
• Adheres to safety standards with a high degree of employee and subcontractor safety.
• Travel is required for this role.

What we look for

• Required Associate or Technical degree with minimum five years of related technical relevant work experience required in the HVAC building automation industry.
• Experience with HVAC building automation systems/Equipment/Networking concepts (BAS), DDC controls)
• Demonstrated knowledge of control theory, automatic temperature controls, building automation systems and other building subsystems from a design, installation, and/or commissioning perspective.
• Demonstrated experience in the integration of low voltage building sub-systems using various industry protocols.
• Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.
• Demonstrated advanced computer skills required, particularly computer-related drafting tools.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Preferred Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Controls, Systems, or related field) or 2-year technical degree with a minimum of ten years of building controls experience
• Experience with Johnson Controls Building Automation Systems (Metasys).

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $76,000 - $100,00 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role also offers a competitive Sales Incentive Plan that will take into account volume and margin on a project, quarterly, and annual basis. 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.

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.

Johnson Controls International plc. 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, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

Johnson Controls: Enhancing the Intelligence of Buildings Your buildings have a purpose. They are places for people to live or work. Facilities for learning or healing. Venues for entertainment and shopping. Sites for the specialized storage of tangible goods or mission-critical data. Your buildings have a huge variety of functions; they are central to your mission. This is where Johnson Controls comes in, helping drive the outcomes that matter most. Through a full range of systems and digital solutions, we make your buildings smarter. A smarter building is safer, more comfortable, more efficient, and, ultimately, more sustainable. Most important, smarter buildings let you focus more intensely on your unique mission. Better for your people. Better for your bottom line. Better for the planet. At Johnson Controls, we’ve been making buildings smarter since 1885, and our capabilities, depth of innovation experience, and global reach have been growing ever since. Today, we offer the world’s largest portfolio of building products, technologies, software, and services; we put that portfolio to work to transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play.