Sr. Mechanical Engineer

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Burlington, MA, USA
In-Office
110K-130K Annually
Senior level
Other • Security
The Role
Lead new product introduction for Stack Forging thermal solutions, commissioning and improving production machinery. Design components and subsystems, run requirements and design reviews, perform proof-of-concept testing, tolerance analysis, root-cause investigations, vendor selection, and drive equipment reliability, automation, and manufacturing process improvements.
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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 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

Thermal constraints limit AI infrastructure, semiconductor equipment, power electronics, and defense systems. JCI removes those constraints. Enabled by the Stack Forging™ process, JCI produces high-performance thermal components and cooling loop solutions — purpose-built for direct integration into AI, HPC, and mission-critical systems.  JCI has built the industry's leading thermal management platform for the applications that demand it most. 

As a Builder on the Stack Forging Thermal Solutions team at Johnson Controls, you'll join a team of sleeve-rollers who set a high bar for themselves and their co-workers. We foster a collaborative culture with no silos, where everyone is encouraged to think out loud. If you are passionate about your craft and don't give up until you've found a way, you will make an ideal Builder! 

 

What You’ll Do 

As a Sr. Mechanical Engineer, New Product Introduction, you will work on engineering efforts to bring products from the lab into mass production. Your primary objective will be commissioning, and improving the machines used in the Stack Forging process.   

 

Who You Are 

A skilled mechanical engineer with expertise in machine design and a deep understanding of reliability and safety. You have experience developing complex machines from concept to execution, solving tough engineering challenges along the way. You take full ownership of your projects, driving them forward independently while maintaining a strong sense of urgency. You know when to pivot, prioritize, and adapt to shifting demands to keep progress on track 

 

This role requires a high degree of technical ownership, cross-functional collaboration, critical thinking for root cause analysis, and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position generally requires a commitment of 4 days onsite per week. 

 

Responsibilities 

*Responsibilities are subject to change based on shifting business needs 

  • Component design within the machines in Stack Forging manufacturing system, including automated equipment for material preparation, cutting, inspection, bonding, and assembly 

  • Run design processes with requirements, specifications, concept generation, concept down-selection, and design reviews 

  • Document and communicate design process and decisions 

  • Drive improvement of overall equipment efficiency, manufacturing tolerance, process stability, process monitoring, machine reliability, and automation 

  • Refine and revisit machine requirements with cross-functional teams from product, process, applications, and operations. 

  • Proof-of-concept calculations and benchtop testing to inform design decisions 

  • System and sub-system level design and analysis; utilizing parametric modeling to evaluate trade-offs 

  • Own & update subsystem designs, BOM, specifications, CAD models, and drawings 

  • Select and manage external vendors for components and subsystems 

  • Statistical analysis for assembly tolerance stack up and perform root-cause analyses 

 

 

Qualifications 

  • 5+ years industry experience and a 4-year degree in Engineering 

  • Background in electro-mechanical systems and/or precision machine design 

  • Comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment with a bias towards action 

  • Sound fundamentals and industrial best practices for robust equipment design for production of serially manufactured machinery 

  • Familiarity with design for manufacturing, including sheet metal, machined and welded parts. 

  • Exposure to a variety of automation systems, control cabinets, industrial sensors, PLCs, data acquisition and I/O devices.  

  • Experience with GD&T, SolidWorks (with PDM), and FMEA 

  • Experience with any of the following sub-disciplines: fluid and gas handling, motion planning and control, hydraulics, laser cutting, and vacuum systems 

  • A "get it done" attitude, demonstrating resourcefulness and a drive to find creative solutions to difficult, ambiguous challenges. 

  • Readiness and enthusiasm to work in a dynamic environment that features: rapidly changing requirements, quick iteration with novel hardware, heavy communication demands, and process development that involves critical, high-risk trade-offs. 

  • Dynamic and flexible mindset, easily balancing the immediate needs of the day-to-day with long-term strategic thinking and planning. 

 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Familiar with metal additive manufacturing, robotics, or industrial automation 

  • Experience with rapid prototyping: 3D printing, mill, lathe, laser cutting, CNC, hand tools 

  • Basic SW experience: Python, linux, or PLC programming 

  • Ability to learn new skills and capabilities on the job. 

 

SALARY RANGE: $110,000 - $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 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

  • 5+ years industry experience and a 4-year degree in Engineering
  • Background in electro-mechanical systems and/or precision machine design
  • Sound fundamentals and industrial best practices for robust equipment design for serial production
  • Familiarity with design for manufacturing including sheet metal, machined, and welded parts
  • Exposure to automation systems, control cabinets, industrial sensors, PLCs, data acquisition and I/O devices
  • Experience with GD&T, SolidWorks (with PDM), and FMEA
  • Experience with one or more sub-disciplines: fluid and gas handling, motion planning and control, hydraulics, laser cutting, vacuum systems
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment with a bias towards action
  • Get-it-done attitude, resourcefulness, and ability to work through ambiguous, high-risk trade-offs
  • Familiarity with metal additive manufacturing, robotics, or industrial automation
  • Experience with rapid prototyping: 3D printing, mill, lathe, laser cutting, CNC, hand tools
  • Basic software experience: Python, Linux, or PLC programming
  • Ability to learn new skills and capabilities on the job

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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100,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1885

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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