Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team!
Who we are:
Johnson Controls is global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. Our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!
What We Offer:
Competitive salary
Paid vacation / holidays / sick time
Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k), medical, dental, and vision care
On‑the‑job and cross‑training opportunities
Encouraging and collaborative team environment
Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
Relocation assistance may be provided for this role
*** To be considered for this role, candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or a U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder)
What you will do:
Johnson Controls is seeking a Controls Engineer II to support the design, development, and testing of control system software for industrial refrigeration and HVAC equipment.
You will join a collaborative engineering team delivering advanced controls for chillers, air handlers, and smart building products that optimize cooling/heating performance and energy efficiency. This role offers exposure to state‑of‑the‑art testing facilities and the opportunity to contribute to next‑generation cooling solutions supporting decarbonization, data center efficiency, AI‑enabled manufacturing, and sustainability initiatives.
How you will do it:
Contribute as part of a growing engineering team addressing new control system needs in decarbonization and data center cooling
Design, implement, test, and support control software for chillers and air handling units used in data centers, large facilities, and industrial environments
Develop reliable and maintainable code using MATLAB/Simulink, applying model‑based design principles for embedded systems
Apply control theory fundamentals (modeling, simulation, statistics, data acquisition) to support robust and efficient control solutions
Assist with data analysis and modeling activities to support system understanding and controller development
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers to support product development efforts
What we look for:
Required:
BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline; MS preferred
2–3 years of controls, automation, or related engineering experience, or an MS degree with relevant project, research, or internship experience
Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink and interest in model‑based design for embedded systems
Familiarity with basic control systems concepts, modeling, and data analysis
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented, fast‑paced engineering environment
Basic ability to read embedded C/C++ code and use scripting tools such as Python or MATLAB
SALARY RANGE: $70,000 - $85,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) 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.
Skills Required
- BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related discipline
- 2-3 years of controls, automation, or related engineering experience, or MS with related project experience
- Working knowledge of MATLAB/Simulink
- Familiarity with basic control systems concepts and data analysis
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to read embedded C/C++ code and use scripting tools such as Python or MATLAB
Johnson Controls Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Johnson Controls and has not been reviewed or approved by Johnson Controls.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of the package through employer 401(k) matching, repeatedly framed as a strong pillar of the overall rewards mix. The matching contribution is described with specific match levels in multiple places, reinforcing perceived value for long-term saving.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is presented as comparatively robust, with multiple paid holiday categories, vacation time, and sick time described as generous or “amazing” in places. Paid time off breadth appears to be a consistent contributor to total rewards attractiveness beyond base pay.
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Flexible Benefits — Benefits are described as broad and customizable, spanning standard medical/dental/vision plus optional add-ons like pet insurance, identity protection, and legal support. Tuition reimbursement is repeatedly highlighted as a high-value option supporting professional development.
Johnson Controls Insights
What We Do
At Johnson Controls, we transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play. From optimizing building performance to improving safety and enhancing comfort, we drive the outcomes that matter most. Dedicated to protecting the environment, we deliver our promise in industries such as healthcare, education, data centers and manufacturing. With a global team of 100,000 experts in more than 150 countries and over 130 years of innovation, we are the power behind our customers’ mission. Our leading portfolio of building technology and solutions includes some of the most trusted names in the industry, such as Tyco®, York®, Metasys®, Ruskin®, Titus®, Frick®, Penn®, Sabroe®, Simplex®, Ansul® and Grinnell®.
