Johnson Controls

Senior Controls Systems Engineer

Johnson Controls$95K — $120K *
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in embedded software development
  • At least 3 years in a system design role
  • Expertise in software architecture, complex systems, and UI development
  • Strong skills in C/C++ programming
  • Proficient in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical guidance for architectural design strategies
  • Promote integrity and high ethical standards aligned with company values
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure subsystem integration
  • Design and implement secure embedded software solutions
  • Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle
  • Encourage a cooperative team environment
  • Influence software development processes for improvements
  • Utilize modern technologies to enhance user interfaces and product features

Benefits

  • Relocation packages available
  • Access to cutting-edge technologies and methodologies
  • Collaborative and feedback-oriented team culture
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Supportive environment aligned with ethical standards
Full Job Description
What you will do:

Johnson Controls is seeking a Senior Controls Systems Engineer to drive the design and development of control system software for industrial refrigeration and HVAC equipment.

You will join a team delivering advanced controls for chillers, air handlers, and smart building products that optimize cooling/heating performance and energy costs. You'll have access to state-of-the-art testing facilities and the opportunity to contribute to leading cooling solutions that advance decarbonization, data center efficiency, AI-enabled manufacturing, and sustainability.

How you will do it:
  • Work as part of a rapidly growing team to tackle new control needs in decarbonization and data center cooling.
  • Design, implement, test, and support control software for chillers and air handling units used in data centers, large facilities, and industrial applications.
  • Develop reliable, maintainable, and testable code in MATLAB/Simulink; apply model-based design practices for embedded systems.
  • Apply control theory and engineering principles (modeling, simulation, statistics, data acquisition) to create robust, efficient controllers.
  • Drive data-driven modeling and machine learning to analyze test data and develop plant models for challenging systems.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to capture system-wide software requirements and drive the development of new chiller and HVAC products.


What we look for:

Required
  • BS in Software, Electrical, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering or an equivalent engineering discipline; MS preferred.
  • 6+ years of controls development experience, including at least 3 years of Model-Based Design using MATLAB/Simulink.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; experience producing software requirements and specifications.
  • Proven ability to work effectively in a team and support fast-paced product delivery.
  • Experience with system identification, modeling, and data analysis is highly desirable.
  • Advanced proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink; experience applying MBSD in embedded systems and driving automation, optimization, and toolchain improvements.
  • Proficiency reading embedded code in C/C++ and scripting in Python/MATLAB.
  • Willingness to travel up to 5% as required to support projects and customers.


HIRING SALARY RANGE: $95,000 - $120,000 (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

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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