HVAC Control Systems Engineer

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Three weeks paid vacation

Comprehensive benefits package (day 1)

Training opportunities

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Houston seeks a Building Controls Engineer to design, configure, and operate complete building control systems including fire, security, and low voltage subsystems. You will develop software, perform commissioning, and deliver detailed submittals to clients and field teams.

Responsibilities include creating drawings and schedules, coordinating with subcontractors, and ensuring systems operate as intended.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and minimum 3 years' experience.
• Knowledge of the construction or HVAC industry.
• Knowledge of control theory, automatic temperature controls, building automation systems and other building subsystems.
• Experience with JCI software programming.
• Experience integrating low voltage building sub-systems using various industry protocols (LON, BACnet).
• Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.
• Advanced computer skills, particularly drafting tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, configuration, and operation of complete building control systems including fire, security, and other low voltage sub-systems.
• Develops complex software programs and commissioning to ensure proper operations.
• Provides submittals to communicate design to customers, Johnson Controls field team and subcontractors.
• Create drawings, equipment schedules, and bill of materials; coordinate with submittals and installation.
• Select, order, and track materials; coordinate factory-mounting processes to meet schedules.
• Assist in loading and commissioning of system controllers and validation of system functionality.
• Provide field change information for as-built drawings and software; keep stakeholders informed.

Skills

Control theory

Building automation systems

Non-technical communication

Drafting tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

JCI software programming

Job description

Supercharge your career and shape the future with Johnson Controls—where bold ideas, breakthrough innovation, and real‑world impact come to life.

We’re not just a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings—we’re the team rewriting what’s possible for people, places, and the planet. When you join us, you step into a world of cutting‑edge technology, meaningful challenges, and opportunities that push your potential further than you imagined.

At Johnson Controls, your voice sparks change. Your creativity fuels progress. And your growth is our priority. You’ll take on work that matters, learn from the best in the industry, and thrive in a culture built on empowerment, collaboration, and forward momentum.

If you’re ready to make an impact, accelerate your career, and help build a smarter, more sustainable world, your next big opportunity is just a few clicks away.

What we offer

• Competitive base salary and a comprehensive bonus program.
• Three weeks paid vacation in a calendar year/holidays/sick time/three PTO days in a calendar year.
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one.
• Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
• Providing Scheduling and management support.
• JCI Employee discount programs (The Loop by Perk Spot)

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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

• bachelor’s degree in engineering and minimum 3 years' experience·
• Demonstrated knowledge of the construction or HVAC industry.
• Demonstrated knowledge of control theory, automatic temperature controls, building automation systems and other building subsystems.
• Experience with JCI software programming
• Demonstrated experience in the integration of low voltage building sub-systems using various industry protocols (i.e., LON, BACnet, etc.).
• Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.
• Demonstrated advanced computer skills required, particularly computer-related drafting tools.
• Ability to travel regularly.

HIRING SALARY RANGE:

$80,000 – 110,000. USD Salary 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.

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