Mechanical Engineer

Johnson Controls

burlington, USonsite$70k-$100k/yrPosted Jul 24, 2026
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At a glance

Highlights

  • remote-not-allowed
  • onsite-facility
  • relocation-packages-available
  • us-citizenship-required
  • industry-leading-thermal-platform

Heads up

  • us-citizenship-required
  • relocation-required

Why this role might suit you

Mechanical engineers with hands-on design experience can contribute to high-impact thermal solutions in a mission-critical manufacturing environment, working on cutting-edge AI and HPC infrastructure.

Skills

mechanical-engineeringcadgdtfmeasheet-metalmachined-partswelded-partsautomation-systemsplcindustrial-sensorsdata-acquisitionbom-managementvendor-managementtolerance-analysisstatistical-analysisexperimentationdesign-reviewrequirements-definitiondesign-iterationprototype-testing

About the role

About Johnson Controls

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.

Visit johnsoncontrols.com for more information and follow @Johnsoncontrols on social platforms.

What you will do

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 teamof sleeve-rollers who set a high bar for themselves and their co-workers. We foster a collaborativeculture 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!

As a Mechanical Engineer at the Stack Forging Thermal Solutions team at Johnson Controls, you will be responsible for designing, commissioning, and improving machine subsystems used in JCI’s Stack Forging Process.

This position is based onsite at our facility in Burlington, MA. Candidates must be commuting distance to the facility, or able to relocate. Various relocation packages are available. This position also requires US citizenship and/or permanent resident.

Who you are

If you're right for this role, you’re a skilled mechanical engineer with experience in machine design. You have experience developing designs from concept to execution, solving tough engineering challenges along the way. Having built the things that you designed, you have a sense for what

might work, and what won’t work. You break down larger problems into smaller ones, and translate those smaller problems into hand calculations, simulations, and benchtop experiments to de-risk your projects.

How you will do it

Contribute to the design of the machines in Alloy’s manufacturing system, including

automated equipment for material preparation, cutting, inspection, bonding, and assembly

Run design processes with requirements, specifications, concept generation, concept

down-selection, and design reviews

Document and communicate design process and decisions

Drive improvement of overall equipment efficiency, manufacturing tolerance, process

stability, process monitoring, machine reliability, and automation

Refine and revisit machine requirements with cross-functional teams from product, process,

applications, and operations.

Proof-of-concept calculations and benchtop testing to inform design decisions

System and sub-system level design and analysis; utilizing parametric modeling to evaluate

trade-offs

Own & update subsystem designs, BOM, specifications, CAD models, and drawings

Select and manage external vendors for components and subsystems

Statistical analysis for assembly tolerance stack up and perform root-cause analyses

What you will need

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

1+ years of experience

Knowledge of electro-mechanical systems and/or machine design

Familiarity with design for manufacturing, including sheet metal, machined and welded

parts.

Exposure to a variety of automation systems, such as: control cabinets, industrial sensors,

PLCs, data acquisition and I/O devices.

Experience with GD&T, CAD, and FMEA

US Citizen and/or Permanent Resident

Preferred

Familiar with metal additive manufacturing, robotics, or industrial automation

Experience with rapid prototyping: 3D printing, mill, lathe, laser cutting, CNC, hand tools

Experience with any of the following sub-disciplines is a plus: fluid and gas handling, motion

planning and control, hydraulics, laser cutting, and vacuum systems

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.

About Johnson Controls

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.

Visit johnsoncontrols.com for more information and follow @Johnsoncontrols on social platforms.

What you will do

Johnson Controls has a phenomenal Electrical Engineer position onsite at our New Freedom, PA, location. If you like conducting electrical analysis, detailed design, and control, this could be the right position for you! You will be overseeing the electrical performance of air- and water-cooled chiller components and systems, as well as providing support to the production, laboratory, service, applications, and marketing teams located globally. As well as participating in new and exciting projects! This position is based onsite in New Freedom, PA. Candidates must be commuting distance to the office, or able to relocate. We offer a variety of relocation packages to suit your needs!

How you will do it

Investigates and analyzes product design proposals on electrical power panels, control panels, variable speed drives, and wire harnesses in accordance with UL, NEC, CSA, and CE codes

Proficient in electrical design and able to conceptualize and implement design ideas into the product

Proficient at preparing, checking, and coordinating the release of documentation to support designs

Responsible for technical direction to application engineers, designers, factory operations, product marketing, and product technical service

Responsible for the accurate completion of projects

Continuously increases expertise in all aspects of chiller electrical design, theory, construction, operation, and applications

Proficient at selecting the most suitable electrical components

Uses standard and sophisticated technical and mathematical principles, theories, concepts, techniques, processes, and standard methodologies in the field

Strives for continuous improvement and teamwork in a global product development and process environment

Responsible for engineering drawings including electrical schematics, and bills of materials.

Adheres to the Company’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics standards

What we look for

Required

BS in Electrical Engineering

0-5 years of system level electrical design and panel design

Ability to work in a fast-paced, schedule-driven, team-oriented environment

Preferred

Experience crafting industrial products (engineer to order, applied, or ‘made to order’ environments

Understanding of chiller controls

Familiarity with HVAC Systems and motor-driven mechanical engineering design and test

Experience with mechanical systems and material resource planning (MRP) software

Experience applying regulatory codes such as UL, NEC, CSA, and CE codes

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $70,000 - $100,000 (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

Compensation

This Other role pays $70k-$100k/yr. Within typical range for other roles in United States.

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