Shape the Future of Smart, Secure Buildings with Johnson Controls
At Johnson Controls (JCI), we're transforming the way buildings perform. As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, we help customers optimize energy use, enhance security, reduce carbon emissions, and improve operational resilience across mission-critical industries including data centres, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, education, and commercial infrastructure.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has been at the forefront of innovation, delivering technologies and solutions that make buildings safer, smarter, and more efficient. Backed by industry-leading expertise, advanced digital technologies, and a world-class service network, we're helping shape the future of the built environment.
Why Join Johnson Controls?
Work on Industry-Leading Security Solutions
Design and deliver cutting-edge Security, Access Control, and CCTV systems across some of Australia's most complex and high-profile projects.
Build a Long-Term Career
Access world-class training, ongoing professional development, and clear career pathways within a truly global organisation.
Make a Real Impact
Help create safer, smarter, and more connected environments for customers and communities across Australia.
Be Part of a Global Innovator
Join a business with more than 140 years of engineering excellence and a strong commitment to technology, sustainability, and innovation.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer - Security to join our VIC Projects team based in Scoresby.
This is an exciting opportunity for a technically capable engineer who thrives on delivering integrated security solutions and enjoys working across design, project delivery, commissioning, and customer engagement.
You will play a key role in the successful delivery of Security, Access Control, and CCTV projects, ensuring solutions meet customer requirements, industry regulations, and Johnson Controls' quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Design, engineer, configure, and commission Security, Access Control, and CCTV systems across a range of projects.
Develop technical solutions using both Johnson Controls and third-party security platforms.
Conduct software configuration, testing, and commissioning activities to ensure compliance with customer specifications and quality standards.
Provide expert technical support and troubleshooting for complex security systems and networked environments.
Collaborate closely with customers, project managers, sales teams, and technicians throughout the project lifecycle.
Support project execution by monitoring scope, schedules, budgets, and customer satisfaction.
Assist with system upgrades, enhancements, and future-proof security solutions.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, technicians, and apprentices.
Support engineering and sales teams with technical recommendations, system layouts, and bid proposals.
Champion workplace safety and maintain full compliance with Johnson Controls' Safety, Health & Environment Management System (SHEMS).
About You
We're looking for a motivated and customer-focused Security Project Engineer who combines strong technical expertise with a passion for delivering high-quality outcomes.
You Will Bring:
3-5 years' experience in a Project Engineer, Security Engineer, or similar role.
Experience designing and delivering Security, Access Control, and CCTV solutions.
Strong BIM and CAD design capabilities.
Understanding of networked security systems, IT infrastructure, servers, and system integration.
Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
A proactive, safety-first mindset with a commitment to quality delivery.
Highly Regarded:
Victorian Security Licence.
Experience working on large-scale commercial, healthcare, industrial, education, or critical infrastructure projects.
Exposure to integrated building technologies and smart building solutions.
Ready to Secure the Future?
If you're looking to work on innovative security projects, develop your career with a global industry leader, and be part of a high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and join Johnson Controls in creating smarter, safer, and more sustainable buildings.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
At Johnson Controls, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation and better outcomes for our customers and communities. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best. Regardless of your background, identity, or experience, you'll have the opportunity to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.
Your voice matters. Your ideas matter. Your future starts here.
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Skills Required
- 3-5 years of experience in a Project Engineer, Security Engineer, or similar role
- Experience designing and delivering security, access control, and CCTV solutions
- Strong BIM and CAD design capabilities
- Understanding of networked security systems, IT infrastructure, servers, and system integration
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Proactive, safety-first mindset with commitment to quality delivery
- Victorian Security Licence
- Experience with large-scale commercial, healthcare, industrial, education, or critical infrastructure projects
- Exposure to integrated building technologies and smart building solutions
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®.
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