Systems Engineering Leader I

Johnson Controls; Calumet City (IL); On-site; USD 91,200 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus plan

Paid time off 15 days vacation in the

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

401K with company match

Collaborative and safety‑first work环境

Opportunities for professional growth

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Johnson Controls in the United States is seeking a Systems Engineering Leader I to oversee hardware, software engineering, and network-level commissioning across projects. You will ensure regulatory compliance and deliver cost-effective, customer-centered engineering solutions.

Lead the Systems Engineering Team, define robust processes, provide cost estimates, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. A Bachelor’s in Engineering with 8+ years in HVAC/control programming is preferred, along

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 8+ years of experience in HVAC and control programming.
• Proven leadership experience supervising technical or engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and cost management.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers responsible for hardware, software engineering, and network-level commissioning for projects.
• Develop and communicate clear processes and standards for the team, removing obstacles and enabling efficient workflows.
• Provide precise engineering cost estimates during project development.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving to enhance processes, tools, and technologies.
• Offer advanced technical support for application challenges and collaborate with customers to ensure cohesive project execution.
• Lead the selection of controllers and devices to meet project specifications and optimize installation costs.
• Utilize financial and management reports to evaluate project success and inform decisions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to support project development and execution.
• Maintain engineering excellence by reusing proven designs and uphold high-quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Cost management

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.

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.

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 Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us