Technology Strategy Application Engineers

Who we are
As a 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 well-being. 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. This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

What we offer

Competitive salary
Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, pension, medical, dental, and vision care - available day one
On the job/cross training opportunities
Encouraging and collaborative team environment
Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What you will do
As a Technology Strategy Applications Engineer, you will play a key role in solving challenges for data center designers served by Johnson Controls and enhancing brand awareness in the Data Center Vertical for our products. Reporting directly to the Director of Business Development and Technology Strategy for Thermal Management, you will work closely with the Global Data Center Technical Selling team to create solutions for efficient production of facility water for heat rejection from mission critical facilities. 

Your primary focus will be
Identifying challenges, constraints, and goals of data center designers, and developing tailored solutions for customers. 
Defining innovative, scalable, and repeatable thermal management solutions which can be applied to numerous phases, sites, or geographies where data centers may be constructed.
Given the technical nature of this role, a strong understanding of heat transfer, vapor compression, and vapor absorption systems essential.

How you will do it
In this role, you will leverage your expertise to: 
Developing globally applicable reference designs to produce facility water for use in air-cooled, liquid-cooled, hybrid-cooled or methods of cooling in data center facilities.
Industry engagement with complimentary thermal system partners and stakeholders to author white papers, case studies, or application guides of the equipment and/or systems needed for facility water production.  
Engage with the infrastructure design community, such as consulting engineers and in-house mission critical mechanical teams, through industry conferences, expositions and other engagements to design the next generation of cooling architecture for data centers.
Provide in-depth technical support and guidance on thermal management (facility water) products internally and externally to the organization.
Collaborate internally with R&D, Training, Product Management, and Technical Support teams to ensure market needs are met in alignment with company product strategies. Ensure the necessary design, technical, and marketing tools to support clients with both existing new, and upcoming products.
You thrive on building relationships and driving business growth. A natural problem solver, you work independently, manage multiple priorities with precision, and remain proactive in engaging customers and stakeholders. 

What We Look For
Required
Minimum 10 years of experience in designing mechanical cooling systems, such as chillers, chilled water pumping and storage systems, or similar industry.
Minimum 5 years of experience within data center industry, directly responsible for the design of cooling systems of advanced IT equipment
Strong technical knowledge of mission critical cooling systems, their applications and market trends.
Exceptional presentation and communication skills, with the ability to influence decision-makers at all levels. 
Proven track record of understanding and writing product specifications from, or for, end users, consultants, and installers. 
Experience in strategic planning, marketing, and market research. |
Highly developed prospecting skills—ability to identify key decision-makers and stakeholders. 
Proactive, self-motivated approach—able to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams. 
Strong team-player mindset—cross-functional collaboration is essential for success. 
Willingness to travel globally as needed. 

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.