HVAC Controls Systems Engineering Leader I

Alloy Enterprises; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Medical benefits

401K with company match

Safety‑first environment

Professional growth

Employee discount

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Systems Engineering Leader I in Cedar Rapids, IA to lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team focused on controls for building systems. The role emphasizes cost-efficient, compliant, and customer-focused engineering solutions.

You will mentor engineers, drive standardization, and manage project deliverables while collaborating with stakeholders and suppliers to optimize installation costs and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with eight+ years in HVAC and control programming.
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Responsibilities

• As a Controls Systems Engineering Leader, oversee hardware, software, and network-level commissioning for projects.
• Lead a team of engineers with accountability for deliverables and milestones.
• Develop clear processes and standards to streamline workflows and reduce obstacles.
• Provide cost estimates during project development and participate in vendor/controller selection.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to ensure cohesive execution.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Cost accounting

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

About Us:

Johnson Controls is a global leader in smart, sustainable, and healthy buildings. Our mission is to transform the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet effectively. With over 140 years of innovation, Johnson Controls focuses on creating systems aimed at energy efficiency and decarbonization across diverse industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

Join us to be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and commitment to excellence.

What we offer:

• 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

Systems Engineering Leader I

What you will do:

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.

How you will do it:

• 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 your 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.

What we look for:

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.

HIRING SALARY RANGE:

$91,200-130,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. 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

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, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.