Manufacturing Engineer, NPI
Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team!
Who we are:
Johnson Controls is global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. Our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!
What We Offer:
Competitive salary
Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care.
On-the-job/cross-training opportunities
Encouraging and collaborative team environment
Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
Thermal constraints limit AI infrastructure, semiconductor equipment, power electronics, and defense systems. JCI removes those constraints. Enabled by the Stack Forging™ process, JCI produces high-performance thermal components and cooling loop solutions — purpose-built for direct integration into AI, HPC, and mission-critical systems. JCI has built the industry's leading thermal management platform for the applications that demand it most.
As a Builder on the Stack Forging Thermal Solutions team at Johnson Controls, you'll join a team of sleeve-rollers who set a high bar for themselves and their co-workers. We foster a collaborative culture with no silos, where everyone is encouraged to think out loud. If you are passionate about your craft and don't give up until you've found a way, you will make an ideal Builder!
What you’ll do
As a Manufacturing Engineer, New Product Introduction, you will bridge the gap between novel part designs and production. You will focus on optimizing parts for production, enhancing manufacturing efficiency, and ensuring our facility infrastructure supports these goals. This role requires a strong technical aptitude, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset to work effectively with both engineering and production teams. You will be responsible for documenting processes, managing facility support, and reporting on performance using key metrics and KPIs.
Who you are
You are a detail-oriented problem solver with a strong background in manufacturing engineering and comfortable in industrial facilities. You take pride in your work and want to increase operational efficiency anywhere you can. You thrive in cross-functional environments, effectively collaborating with both design engineering and production teams to troubleshoot issues and implement robust solutions.
This role requires a high degree of technical ownership, cross-functional collaboration, critical thinking for root cause analysis, and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position generally requires a commitment of 5 days onsite per week.
Responsibilities
*Responsibilities are subject to change based on shifting business needs
Work with design engineers to influence designs early on, driving DFM/DFA across all JCI Stack Forging manufacturing equipment.
Optimize part designs and assembly processes for efficient production.
Collaborate closely with engineering and production teams to drive continuous improvement, troubleshoot assembly issues, and implement corrective actions.
Actively seek feedback from engineering and production teams on processes and procedures
Be comfortable supporting various facility needs, including coordination with vendors for building maintenance and infrastructure upgrades (HVAC, compressed air, etc.).
Maintain comprehensive documentation, including assembly instructions, BOMs, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Implement and manage preventive maintenance programs for production equipment and facility systems.
Track, analyze, and report on manufacturing and facilities performance using relevant data, numbers, and KPIs.
What You’ll Bring
4-year degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or or relevant STEM field
4+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in a capital equipment or industrial environment.
Demonstrated experience in optimizing production processes and optimizing parts for manufacturing.
Proficiency with multiple CAD software packages including best practices with PDM systems
Ability to manage facility infrastructure and vendor relationships.
Strong technical documentation skills
Ability to track and analyze production metrics with statistical analysis and the ability to present results to multiple stakeholders
Ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with novel manufacturing methods
Exposure to additive manufacturing
SALARY RANGE: $86,000 - $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
Export Control Requirement: This position may require access to information, technology, technical data, software, or other items subject to U.S. export control laws and regulations. Any offer of employment for this position may be contingent upon the candidate's ability to obtain and maintain any required export authorization or eligibility to access controlled items.
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