HVAC Control Systems Engineer

Johnson Controls; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 68,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company vehicle (as applicable)

13–15 days vacation/holidays/sick time

401K, medical, dental, vision – full,

Extensive training opportunities

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking an HVAC Controls professional to design, configure, and optimize complete building control systems. You will develop software, commission systems, and collaborate with field teams and subcontractors to ensure quality and timely delivery.

Responsibilities include coordinating drawings and schedules, handling material orders, and supporting site training. The role requires a strong background in HVAC controls, building automation, and safety adherence across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or an associate degree in a related technical field with years of relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of HVAC industry and control systems.
• Experience with building automation systems, including design, installation, and commissioning perspectives.
• Experience integrating low voltage subsystems using protocols (LON, BACnet).
• Advanced computer skills and computer-aided drafting tools.

Responsibilities

• Designs, configures, and operates complete building control systems focusing on HVAC controls.
• Develops and tests software programs for system operation.
• Coordinates drawings, equipment schedules, and submittals for installation.
• Selects, orders, and tracks materials; coordinates factory-mounting and schedule.
• Assists in commissioning and validation; troubleshoots with subcontractors and field teams.
• Keeps stakeholders informed and tracks project progress using dashboards.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Control theory

Building automation

Low voltage integration

CAD tools

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Associate degree in related technical field

Equivalent work experience

Tools

LON protocol

BACnet

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
• 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
• Global advancement opportunities

What you will do

Under general direction, responsible for the design, configuration, and operation of complete building control systems with a focus on HVAC Controls to meet the intent of the project requirements. Accountable to field teams for quality, timeliness and efficiency of designs. Develops complex software programs, commissions and troubleshoots 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 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.
• Develops and tests software programs necessary to operate the system as per the intent of the project requirements.
• Coordinates the creation of 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 troubleshoots 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. Collects and inputs data to track project progress using collaborative dashboards.
• Assists in performing site-specific training for owner/operator on the total building control system.
• Participates in release meeting with project field team. Performs value engineering to provide cost effective results while maintaining customer satisfaction.
• Coordinates with project owners to determine engineering & field execution task responsibilities.
• May provide work directions to Systems Design Assistants and other assigned project resources.
• Adheres to safety standards. High degree of regard to employee and subcontractor safety.

What we look for

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with a minimum of three years of experience, or an associate degree in a related technical field with five years of relevant work experience required;or equivalent work experience (with no degree) as a commercial HVAC Controls Technician, Engineer, or Installer
• Demonstrated knowledge of the HVAC industry.
• 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 (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.
• Travel to job sites outside of the area as needed to support the customer needs.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $68,000 - $95,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience,knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with marketdata.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group,and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. Theposted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognizethat exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typicalprofile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, weencourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may usetechnology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluatecandidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, pleasevisit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at About us - Johnson Controls Careers

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