HVAC Controls Systems Engineering Leader I

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 91,200 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PTO 15 days

Medical, dental, vision

401K with company match

Collaborative environment

Growth opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. seeks a Systems Engineering Leader I to lead a team responsible for hardware, software, and network-level commissioning on HVAC projects. You will drive cost-effective, compliant, customer-centered engineering with a focus on improving processes and tools.

The role requires eight+ years in engineering leadership with HVAC/controls experience, plus strong communication skills and cost-management expertise. On-site leadership in Cedar Rapids, IA is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and eight+ years of HVAC and control programming experience.
• Proven leadership experience supervising technical or engineering teams.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and cost management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for presenting technical information.

Responsibilities

• Manage workload of the Systems Engineering Team and ensure timely deliverables.
• Develop clear processes and standards to remove obstacles and streamline workflows.
• Provide precise engineering cost estimates during project development.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with customers to drive project success.
• Oversee selection of controllers and devices to optimize installation costs.
• Use financial and management reports to evaluate project outcomes.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships to support project development.
• Maintain design reuse and uphold high-quality engineering standards.

Skills

Leadership experience

Verbal communication

Written communication

HVAC knowledge

Control programming

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Systems Engineering Leader I

As a Controls Systems Engineering Leader, you will lead a team of engineers responsible for hardware, software engineering, and network-level commissioning for various projects. You will ensure all activities comply with regulatory requirements and uphold the highest ethical standards while implementing innovative practices to deliver cost-effective and customer-centered engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

Effectively manage and prioritize the workload of the Systems Engineering Team, ensuring progress and timely completion of engineering deliverables while maintaining high accountability for outcomes.

• Develop and communicate clear processes and standards for the team, focusing on removing obstacles and facilitating streamlined workflows.
• Provide precise engineering cost estimates during the project development phase.
• Encourage a culture of continuous improvement and problem‑solving to enhance processes, tools, and technologies, ensuring cutting‑edge solutions are delivered.
• Offer advanced technical support for application challenges, leveraging expertise in application engineering.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and customers to foster trust and diverse insights, ensuring cohesive project execution.
• Lead the selection of controllers and devices to optimize installation costs and meet project specifications.
• Utilize financial and management reports to evaluate project success and make informed decisions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, enhancing project development and execution.
• Maintain engineering excellence by maximizing reuse of proven designs and adhering to high‑quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with at least eight years of experience, ideally in HVAC and control programming.
• Proven leadership experience in supervising technical or engineering teams.
• In‑depth knowledge of accounting principles and cost management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, particularly in presenting technical information.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus plan
• Paid time off including 15 days of vacation in the first year
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits available on the first day
• 401K with company match
• A collaborative and safety‑first work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Employee discount programs

Salary Range

$91,200–$130,000