Johnson Controls

Complex Fire Alarm Lead Systems Specialist

Johnson Controls$72K — $105K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Technical diploma in a related field or three years of equivalent experience.
  • Knowledge of construction and Security & Fire Alarm industry.
  • Experience integrating Security & Fire Alarm subsystems, with ability to explain technical details to non-technical audiences.
  • Advanced computer skills and proficiency with drafting tools required.
  • Familiarity with Security & Fire Alarm building automation systems is highly desired.

Responsibilities

  • Design and configure complex building control systems per contract specifications.
  • Create technical documentation like flow diagrams and electrical schematics.
  • Develop and test software to meet project requirements.
  • Integrate various low-voltage control systems, including security and lighting.
  • Coordinate project documentation with stakeholders for smooth operation.
  • Order and track materials to maintain project timelines.
  • Perform system commissioning and troubleshoot with various teams.

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package.
  • Opportunity for performance-based bonuses.
  • Support for professional development and training.
  • Inclusive work environment that promotes safety and accountability.
Full Job Description
What you will do:

Johnson Controls is a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. In this role, you will help deliver building control solutions that support fire, security, and other low-voltage subsystems while helping customers achieve safe, reliable, and efficient operations.

As a Complex Fire Alarm Lead Systems Specialist, you will assist in the design, configuration, software development, commissioning, and troubleshooting of complex building control systems (building systems including security, fire, and other low voltage control sub-systems). You will work under specific direction to translate project requirements into clear technical designs, detailed submittals, and reliable system performance from installation through handover.

How you will do it:
  • Design and configure technically complex building control systems in accordance with contract documents.
  • Create flow diagrams, sequences of operations, bills of material, network layouts, and electrical schematics as required.
  • Develop and test software programs needed to operate the system to the intent of the project requirements.
  • Support the integration of security subsystems and other low-voltage control subsystems, including lighting, nurse call, and data networks where applicable.
  • Coordinate drawings, equipment schedules, submittals, and installation documentation with project stakeholders.
  • Select, order, and track materials, and coordinate factory-mounting processes to support project and factory schedules.
  • Assist with loading and commissioning system and network-level controllers, validating complete system functionality, and troubleshooting issues with subcontractors and other trades.
  • Provide field change information to support accurate as-built drawings and software updates.
  • Keep management, the customer, consultants, the Johnson Controls field installation team, and subcontractors informed of project progress and open issues.
  • Assist with site-specific training for owners and operators, participate in release meetings, and support value engineering efforts that maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Adhere to safety standards and maintain a high degree of regard for employee and subcontractor safety.
  • Translate contract requirements into accurate, buildable design deliverables that support installation, commissioning, and long-term system operation.
  • Focus on what matters by coordinating closely with project teams to remove obstacles during design, material flow, and system startup.
  • Own your work with accountability by keeping drawings, software, change information, and project communication current and reliable.
  • Improve every day by testing carefully, troubleshooting methodically, and using field feedback to strengthen system performance and documentation.
  • Win as one team by sharing information openly with customers, consultants, field teams, and subcontractors to keep work aligned and safe.


What we look for
Required
  • Technical diploma in related field or equivalent of three years' experience.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the construction and Security & Fire Alarm industry.
  • Demonstrated experience in the integration of Security & Fire Alarm of building sub-systems. Ability to relate technical knowledge to a non-technical audience.
  • Demonstrated advanced computer skills required, particularly computer-related drafting tools.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of all Security & Fire Alarm building automation systems and other building subsystems highly desired.


HIRING SALARY RANGE: $72,000 - 105,000 (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

About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls International plc is a multinational conglomerate headquartered in Cork, Ireland that produces automotive parts such as batteries and electronics and HVAC equipment for buildings. It employs 105,000 people in around 2,000 locations across six continents. As of 2019, it was listed as 389th in the Fortune Global 500; in 2020, it became ineligible for the list. Johnson Controls was founded in 1885 by Warren S. Johnson, a professor at the State Normal School in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Originally called the Johnson Electric Service Company, it focused on automatic temperature regulation. In 1974, the company changed its name to Johnson Controls.
Learn more about Johnson Controls
Size
101,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$923 million
Founded
1885
5 Year Trend
+2.1%
Revenue
$22 billion
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