Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Johnson Controls; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonus plan

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join the Stack Forging Thermal Solutions team in Burlington, MA. This role involves designing scalable assembly systems for high-volume thermal systems, developing automated testing systems, and managing vendor selection. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and significant experience in manufacturing and thermal-fluid systems.

The successful candidate will lead manufacturing scale-up projects, mentor junior engineers, and ensure the highest standards of manufacturing quality. The compensation range for this role is $105,000 – $160,000 with a competitive bonus plan and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing.
• 3+ years of experience with commissioning capital equipment.
• 2+ years of experience with thermal-fluid systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and commission scalable assembly systems for high-volume production.
• Develop and implement automated testing systems for coldplates and thermal systems.
• Lead the manufacturing scale-up project for thermal system production.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing principles

Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Thermal-fluid systems

3D software tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or related engineering field

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 data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

Job Summary

Senior Manufacturing Engineer in the Stack Forging Thermal Solutions team located in Burlington, MA. Responsible for the specification, development, and commissioning manufacturing equipment for testing coldplates and producing products at scale. Reports to the Sr. Manager of the Machines team and leads a cross‑functional program team dedicated to scaling up the manufacturing line for JCI Stack Forging’s thermal management offerings. Onsite presence in Burlington, MA is required; candidates must be within commuting distance or able to relocate. Only U.S. citizens and/or permanent residents are considered; sponsorship is not available.

How You Will Do It

• Manufacturing system design: Design, develop, and commission scalable assembly systems for high-volume thermal system production.
• Testing system development: Develop and implement automated testing systems (e.g., performance, reliability, and leak testing) for coldplates and thermal systems.
• Vendor selection and management: Own the technical selection, procurement, and qualification of high‑value capital equipment required for automated testing and assembly.
• Program management: Lead the manufacturing scale‑up project for thermal system production, including defining resourcing, setting timelines, and establishing milestones.
• Technical leadership: Act as a subject matter expert on manufacturing for coldplates and thermal systems. Set and maintain the technical standards for manufacturing quality, process control (e.g., PFMEAs), and reliability.
• Mentorship: Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, production engineers, and production staff.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or a related engineering field.
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing.
• 3+ years of experience with commissioning capital equipment.
• 2+ years of experience with thermal‑fluid systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven expertise with Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Direct experience with metal joining and fitting processes, preferably in a thermal management context.
• Experience in high-volume mass production environments (e.g., automotive, consumer electronics, or high‑power computing/data center).
• Experience working in a fast‑paced, high‑growth startup environment.
• Proficiency with 3D software tools for design, inspection, or CAM.

Compensation

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $105,000 – $160,000 (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.