Contract Electrical Engineer
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
Role Overview
This role is suited to an electrical engineer who enjoys detailed design, hands-on problem solving, and close collaboration with manufacturing and engineering partners. You will contribute to the electrical analysis and development of water-cooled chiller components and systems, helping ensure designs are accurate, buildable, and well documented.
What will you do?
Perform electrical analysis, design, and development work for water-cooled chiller components and systems.
Create and maintain wiring diagrams, panel diagrams, electrical schematics, and control schematics to support product development and manufacturing.
Prepare instrumentation specifications and detailed engineering documentation for assigned projects.
Generate and update ECNs and BOMs with accuracy and attention to engineering requirements.
Troubleshoot and debug electrical systems, circuits, and design issues, and support resolution through to closure.
Collaborate with manufacturing, design, and cross-functional teams to improve system performance and reliability.
Support technical decisions with clear documentation, practical design input, and timely communication.
How will you do it?
Take ownership of your work with accountability, safety, and integrity, ensuring electrical designs are accurate and ready for execution.
Stay close to the engineering and manufacturing details, so you can identify issues early and remove obstacles before they affect delivery.
Use facts, clear documentation, and structured troubleshooting to resolve design challenges and improve the quality of the final solution.
Work as one team with engineering, manufacturing, and other partners, bringing a collaborative mindset and respect for different perspectives.
Look for ways to improve every day, applying candor, problem-solving, and practical follow-through to strengthen the design process.
What are we looking for?
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Experience in electrical design, analysis, or engineering support for industrial or product-based systems.
Ability to create and interpret electrical and control schematics.
Ability to troubleshoot and debug electrical and control circuits.
Understanding of process and machine control fundamentals.
Experience preparing technical documentation such as wiring diagrams, panel diagrams, instrumentation specifications, ECNs, or BOMs.
Strong communication skills and the ability to manage technical requirements, task assignments, tracking, and follow-up.
Ability to manage workload effectively and deliver accurate work within agreed timelines.
Good English communication skills for electrical engineering work.
Nice to Have
Experience with water-cooled chiller systems or refrigeration package design.
3-D modeling experience.
Experience with AutoCAD, Inventor, or PRO/E.
Exposure to SAP or other MRP software.
Experience supporting manufacturing, procurement, or cross-functional engineering teams.
What do we offer?
Comprehensive benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Supportive and inclusive work environment.
Commitment to work-life balance and employee well-being.
Engagement in meaningful projects that make a difference.
Johnson Controls does not request pregnancy or HIV testing as a condition for hiring, continued employment, or promotion, in accordance with its commitment to labor equality and non-discrimination.