Johnson Controls

Test Lab Engineer

Johnson Controls$76K — $114K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals
  • Working knowledge of the refrigeration cycle and related components
  • Experience in mechanical design and translating concepts into physical systems
  • Proficiency with CAD tools (Autodesk preferred) for 3D modeling, layouts, and P&IDs
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Support Lab Technicians on engineering-led test projects
  • Collaborate with Lab leadership to review test requests and determine required modifications or new test systems
  • Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to design and develop test fixtures
  • Create P&IDs and design layouts for new or modified test rigs using Autodesk CAD tools
  • Size valves, piping circuits, and heat exchangers for test applications
  • Develop procedures and best practices for lab operations
  • Troubleshoot equipment issues and support corrective action planning
  • Analyze test data, identify errors, and assist with root cause analysis

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package
  • On-site work environment
  • Structured work schedule: Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Support for a split-shift testing environment
Full Job Description
What you will do

The Test Lab Engineer will support the Test Lab Manager in the daily operations of the testing facility. This role focuses on testing components used in heavy commercial and industrial refrigeration systems, with a primary emphasis on screw compressor functionality and performance.

How you will do it
  • Support Lab Technicians on engineering-led test projects
  • Collaborate with Lab leadership to review test requests and determine required modifications or new test systems
  • Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to design and develop test fixtures
  • Create P&IDs and design layouts for new or modified test rigs using Autodesk CAD tools
  • Size valves, piping circuits, and heat exchangers for test applications
  • Develop procedures and best practices for lab operations
  • Troubleshoot equipment issues and support corrective action planning
  • Support instrumentation calibration and maintenance activities
  • Analyze test data, identify errors, and assist with root cause analysis


What we look for

Required
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals
  • Working knowledge of the refrigeration cycle and related components
  • Experience in mechanical design and translating concepts into physical systems
  • Proficiency with CAD tools (Autodesk preferred) for 3D modeling, layouts, and P&IDs
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred
  • Experience in a test lab or lab environment
  • Experience with industrial refrigeration systems or compressors
  • Familiarity with instrumentation, calibration processes, and data analysis

Additional details
  • This role is on-site
  • Schedule: Monday-Friday, 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Must be able to support a split-shift testing environment


Eligibility Requirements
  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States
  • This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship


SALARY RANGE: $76,000 - $114,000 (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
NASDAQ

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