Johnson Controls

Sustaining Mechanical Engineer (onsite)

Johnson Controls • $85K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • 3+ years relevant work experience as a mechanical engineer
  • Understanding of fundamental engineering theories and basic sciences
  • Practical knowledge of manufacturing and design best practices
  • Familiarity with DFMEA (design failure mode and effect analysis) preferred
  • Experience with phase-gate design processes preferred
  • Proficiency in MS Office, PTC Creo, and Windchill preferred

Responsibilities

  • Conduct root cause analysis on design or manufacturing issues
  • Manage multiple sustaining engineering projects
  • Collaborate with manufacturing and R&D teams to communicate design specifications
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives
  • Lead engineering changes from concept to execution
  • Provide technical support and drive product enhancements
  • Troubleshoot product issues and improve reliability

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package
  • Opportunity for professional development and career growth
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Involvement in innovative engineering projects
  • Location in Marinette, WI, with an on-site position
Full Job Description

What you will do

Johnson Controls is hiring! The Sustaining Mechanical Engineer is a product support engineering role within the Fire SuppressionSpecial Hazards & Foam R&D team. In this position, you will support a portfolio of fire protection products and equipment used across a variety of applications and industries. You will also provide technical support to the business by partnering with Manufacturing, Quality, and Technical Services teams; collaborating with regulatory and certification agencies to maintain compliance with global standards; and working within a global R&D organization to design, test, validate, and improve products.


This role offers the opportunity to drive product enhancements, implement cost reduction initiatives, and lead engineering changes from concept through execution. You will also play a key role in troubleshooting product issues, supporting continuous improvement efforts, and ensuring the ongoing performance and reliability of our products. As part of your product line responsibilities, you will regularly collaborate with cross-functional teams, global engineering partners, external suppliers, regulatory bodies, and customers.


This position is based onsite in Marinette, WI. Candidates must be commuting distance to the facility, or open to relocation. Only US Citizens and/or Permanent Residents will be considered.


How you will do it

  • Conduct root cause analysis of difficult design or manufacturing problems and demonstrate creative thinking in problem solving and design activities. 
  • Manage multiple sustaining engineering projects and prioritize to meet critical deadlines.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing and R&D teams to clearly communicate design specifications and test criteria. 

What we look for

Required

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering 
  • 3+ years relevant work experience as a mechanical engineer
  • Experience based understanding of fundamental engineering theories, mathematics, mechanics, and physical science concepts to the job
  • Practical knowledge of best practices for manufacturing and design

Preferred

  • Familiarity with DFMEA (design failure mode and effect analysis)
  • Functional knowledge of VAVE
  • Experience with phase-gate design processes
  • Proficiency of MSOffice, PTC Creo and Windchill

SALARY RANGE: $85,000 - $115,000 (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  


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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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