Electrical Project Specialist (EIT)

Job Description

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 matters most. 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.

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Here’s What We Have to Offer

Competitive pay

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, medical, dental, and vision care - available from day one

Extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities, supported by our outstanding internal resources

An encouraging and collaborative team environment

A strong dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

JCI employee discount programs (The Loop by PerkSpot)

Scheduling and management support

What You Will Do

Participate in the development of fire protection solutions with the sales team

Provide insights on strategy, vendor selection, scope enhancements, value engineering, risk assessment, and other activities to drive project success

Maintain an in-depth understanding of fire protection solutions, applicable codes and standards, constructability, maintainability, and customer-supplied requirements

Support and oversee project objectives with design and project execution teams

Identify and resolve challenges that may arise during project delivery

How You Will Do It

Collaborate with Sales and Operations Leadership, as well as other teams, to support project development early in the lifecycle, including strategy, vendor selection, scope enhancements, value engineering, and risk assessment

Provide direction to project execution teams, which may include engineers, designers, technicians, project coordinators, estimators, and subcontractors, ensuring projects are completed accurately, on time, within budget, and within scope

Identify and resolve issues in complex industrial fire detection projects, including environmental and code-related challenges

Interface with design teams, contractors, vendors, and field personnel to ensure successful delivery of fire and life safety systems (fire and gas detection, alarm, suppression, and life safety integration)

Perform design coordination and quality control on assigned projects; collaborate with clients and consultants throughout the project lifecycle

Coordinate with CAD support technicians to prepare detailed technical submissions, including schematics and drawings; oversee preparation of system operation documents, calculations, and submission packages for medium- to large-scale systems

Review drawings, specifications, and change orders; participate in pre- and post-design meetings and customer coordination meetings; complete or validate calculations to ensure compliance with codes and standards

Support commissioning scope reviews, startup activities, and project turnover processes

Ensure compliance with NBC, BCBC, ULC S524, S537, S1001, and NFPA requirements throughout the project lifecycle (design, fabrication, testing, and commissioning)

Review completed submissions for equipment application, compatibility, and compliance; approve bills of materials (BOMs) to support construction

What We Look For

Degree in Engineering or a diploma in Building Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and external vendors

Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office; ability to learn project management and design software.

This position involves local travel and on-site work as required

Preferred

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada, or eligibility; additional certifications (e.g., CFPS, PMP) are a plus.

Demonstrated knowledge and application of NBC, BCBC, ULC S524, S537, S1001, and NFPA standards; ability to interpret customer scope, specifications, design drawings, codes, and standards to identify compliant solutions

2+ years of experience in project engineering, project controls, or related roles, with a focus on fire and life safety systems (industrial, commercial, or institutional sectors)

Knowledge of HAZOP processes, hazard classifications, electrical safety, and fire/life safety across various environments (e.g., hazardous locations, healthcare, high-rise, industrial)

Familiarity with QA/QC processes, commissioning, turnover, and handover documentation for fire protection systems

Field experience delivering fire and life safety projects from design through commissioning in a Canadian context

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $34-$48 (Hourly rate 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