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Who we are:
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What We Offer:
Competitive salary
Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care.
On-the-job/cross-training opportunities
Encouraging and collaborative team environment
Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
BASIC FUNCTION
The York Custom Air Handling Unit Project Engineer is a recognized subject matter expert and authority. Performs a full range of field commercial and technical support functions including assignments requiring special qualifications/attainments.
York Custom Air Handling Units, by Johnson Controls, provide design flexibility that balances performance and economy without compromising quality. The Custom Project and Application Engineering Design/Bid/Submit/Release Team Leader is a recognized domain specialist and authority within our Air Handling product business unit. In this role you will actively participate and lead a team of technical employees in a full range of field commercial and technical support functions including assignments requiring special qualifications/attainments in an effort to support our external representation sales team and lead them to optimal sales success and profitability.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with the highest level of business ethics and integrity.
Commit to developing expected leadership behaviors -- to be passionate to win, customer focused, collaborative, and decisive.
Serve as working manager for team of 4-12 Project Engineers.
Provide commercial, competitive and technical application support to the field sales organization on all aspects of Custom Air Handling Units with minimal direction.
Gather competitive intelligence and industry information on an ongoing basis.
Perform detailed review of project specifications, schedule, and design drawings.
Provide technical project qualification of Custom AHU design and bid opportunities.
Create accurate drawings of customized AHU configurations that reflect customer design intent.
Ensure the design and layout of the AHU will function as intended.
Analyze product requirements and develop alternative innovative designs.
Use complex problem-solving techniques requiring regular use of ingenuity and creativity.
Provide application and sales training and project management, as required, on Air Handling Systems for the field sales organization.
Provide technical direction for other engineers, detailers or technicians on specific work assignments.
Have a strong understanding of the Custom AHU finances and levers required to maximize profitability and minimize risk at all stages of a project.
Lead Customer Visits (factory tours) and support Customer sales presentations (Engineers and end Customers.)
Assist Airside Technical Service with field application issues as necessary.
Work with Marketing and Product Management to develop selection and pricing software requirements and participate in testing of AHU selection and pricing software.
Review and analyze engineering rules and documents as necessary.
Recommend cost savings and value engineering alternatives for Air Handling Units and systems.
Conduct feasibility studies and systems analysis for new applications as necessary.
Be proficient at preparing, checking, and coordinating the release of documentation to support Custom Air Handling products.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
BS degree in Engineering (ABET accredited) or related science Minimum of 10 years’ experience in HVAC design or related field. Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to work well with employees and customers at all levels. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficient computer skills (AutoCAD, Inventor, Microsoft Office) with aptitude for learning a variety of proprietary internal and vendor tools. Highly organized and able to effectively manage multiple simultaneous projects.
SALARY: $125,000- $175,000 (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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program or a related science degree
- At least 10 years of experience in HVAC design or a related field
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with employees and customers at all levels
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, Inventor, and Microsoft Office
- Aptitude for learning proprietary internal and vendor tools
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects
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.
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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®.
