Who we are
Johnson Controls is a smart buildings company. We provide complete hardware and software solutions to make buildings safer, more comfortable, and more efficient.
Our Technical Writing org is centralized in Cork, Ireland with a team of 80+ writers at all experience levels. We do more than just write. As a uniquely large technical communication department, we have built our own DocOps processes: authoring tooling, publishing platform, CCMS, style guide, review/editing, illustration, patents. The majority of our content is authored in DITA XML but we also support other authoring tools such as InDesign, Framemaker and Madcap Flare.
The Technical Writing org have a track record of innovation within the company. We have won innovation competitions and had several patents granted.
Currently we are looking for a Technical Writer to join us on a 12-month FTC.
What you will do
Writing content for a business unit supporting program releases
Working closely with teams of engineers, developers, product management, marketing across the world
Illustrating technical drawings
Providing DocOps support. You will have the opportunity to support one of our process teams. Previous knowledge is a bonus but not a requirement
What we look for
0-2 years of writing experience.
Educational background in English, Journalism, Technical Communications, Languages, Software & Hardware Engineering, Multimedia or Science.
Excellent writing skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will be working closely with the development and product management teams
Technical proficiency
An interest in technology
Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
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Skills Required
- 0-2 years of writing experience
- Educational background in English, Journalism, Technical Communications, Languages, Software & Hardware Engineering, Multimedia or Science
- Excellent writing skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Technical proficiency
- An interest in technology
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Previous knowledge of DocOps or process teams
- Familiarity with DITA XML, Adobe InDesign, FrameMaker, MadCap Flare, or CCMS
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®.
