Senior Controls Engineer, Machines

Johnson Controls; New Jersey; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls in New Jersey seeks a Senior Controls Engineer to design and implement industrial control systems for Stack Forging machines. You will own projects from concept through commissioning, collaborating with electrical, mechanical, and software teammates to deliver safe, high-performing automation.

You should have 5+ years in industrial automation, experience with PLCs, servo drives, PID control, and electrical schematics, and be comfortable working with vendors to meet aggressive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 5+ years in industrial automation and controls.
• Experience designing servo control systems.
• Experience with robotics or automation systems.
• Familiarity with PLC-based controls and multiple programming languages.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement industrial control systems for Stack Forging machines.
• Own projects from concept to commissioning with cross-functional teams.
• Specify hardware: PLCs, motion controllers, servo drives, and safety interlocks.
• Collaborate with vendors to design, build, and troubleshoot systems.
• Contribute to FMEA and risk assessments.

Skills

Industrial automation

Servo control design

Robotics experience

PLC programming

Programming languages: Python/C/C++/C#

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks Electrical

Job description

About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls,a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as datacenters, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where itreally matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, weelevatecustomer performance,turn goals into real-world results andhelpmove society forward.

Visit johnsoncontrols.com for more information and follow @Johnsoncontrols on socialplatforms.

What you’ll do

Thermal constraints limit AI infrastructure, semiconductor equipment, power electronics, and defense systems. JCI removes those constraints. Enabled by the Stack Forging™ process, JCI produces high-performance thermal components and cooling loop solutions — purpose-built for direct integration into AI, HPC, and mission-critical systems. JCI has built the industry’s leading thermal management platform for the applications that demand it most.

As a Builder on the Stack Forging Thermal Solutions team at Johnson Controls,you’lljoin a team of sleeve-rollers whoseta high bar for themselves and their co-workers. We foster a collaborative culture with no silos, where everyone is encouraged to thinkout loud. If you are passionate about your craft anddon’tgive up untilyou’vefound a way, you will make an ideal Builder!

As a Senior Controls Engineer, you will work with an interdisciplinary team to design and implement the industrial controls systems for JCI Stack Forging machines.Strong communication, flexibility, and the desire to “wear many hats” will all be essential skills for any successful applicant.You have experience working with complex machines from concept to execution, solving tough engineering challenges along the way. You take full ownership of your projects, driving them forward independently whilemaintaininga strong senseof urgency. You know when to pivot, prioritize, and adapt to shifting demands to keep progress on track

Who You Are

You area hands-on controlsengineer who enjoys solving complex automation challenges and taking ownership of machine control systems from concept through commissioning. You have experience designing industrial control systems, motion control, and electrical hardware, and are comfortable working with cross-functional teams, vendors, and technicians to deliver reliable, safe, and high-performing equipment. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, apply a safety-first mindset to every design, and are driven to continuously improve machine performance through practical, innovative engineering solutions.

How you will do it

Owncutting edgecontrol systems that cover our entireprocess;fromhigh speedlaser cutting to precision hydraulic and temperature control.
Specify and select hardware includingreal-timemotion controllers, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motor drivers, supporting single and 3-phase AC power system components, and associated personnel and equipment safety interlocks.
Workcross functionallyto gather input from many different stakeholders across multiple systems.Write andmaintainthe IO lists, state diagrams, and specifications for all machines.
Control and power cable design, generate run lists and makecomponentselection.
Work with 3rd party vendors to design, build, and troubleshoot systems.
Contribute to failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) and risk assessments.
Workcross functionallyto push the envelope of what is possible.
Have asafety firstmindset when designing control schemas.

What you’ll need
Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of industry experience with industrial automation and controls
• Design & specification of servo control systems
• Industry experience designing panel schematics, panel layouts, IO lists, and state flows
• Experience in robotics, industrial machinery, or automation
• Experience working with a range of automation vendors,systemsand components
• Experience using an industrial communication protocol such asEthercat, OPC UA,CANOpen, orModbusTCP
• Experience with a programminglanguages like Python, C/C++, C#, Java, and PLC based controls.
• Familiarity with relay logic for equipmentand personnel safety interlocks.
• Experience with machine safety concepts and components
• Comfortable making alterations and modifications to wiring in machines and control panels
• Understandingof PIDand other closed loop control theories for mechanical and thermal systems
• Practical understanding of PID drawings

Preferred

• ProficiencywithSolidworksElectrical.
• Experience with vacuum systems
• Experiencewith hydraulic and pneumatic control systems.
• Demonstratedproficiencyin machine troubleshooting and repair

_ Export Control Requirement: This position may require access to information, technology, technical data, software, or other items subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Any offer of employment for this position may be contingent upon the candidate’s ability to obtain and maintain any required export authorization or eligibility to access controlled items.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $90,000 - $130, 000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience,knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with marketdata.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflectsthe target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidatesmay bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. Tosupport 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 areultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on theJohnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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