R&D Mechanical Engineer (onsite)

About Johnson Controls

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What you will do

Johnson Controls is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to join our Special Hazards Fire Suppression New Product Introduction (NPI) team at our R&D facility in Marinette, WI. This role focuses on the design, development, testing, and certification of fire protection products for our Restaurant Suppression product portfolio. Responsibilities include development of mechanical hardware including concept generation, detailed design, prototyping, and design verification testing, regulatory approval testing, and launch support.

This is an on-site position based in Marinette, WI (not remote) and is not eligible for Visa sponsorship. Candidates must be commuting distance to the facility, or able to relocate. Various relocation packages are available.

How you will do it

• Work with a team of passionate engineers, program managers, product line managers and other professionals to create world class life safety products.
• Analyze high level market requirements to establish design direction.
• Prepare design concept diagrams, detailed drawings, and specifications.
• Analyze designs for feasibility, cost optimization, vibration tolerance, mechanical stress, fluid flow, heat transfer, and other parameters.
• Direct and coordinate prototype efforts.
• Plan and execute test programs; analyze test data to optimize designs.
• Maintain a working knowledge of manufacturing methods; design products for manufacturing efficiency.
• Maintain knowledge of industry technology trends.
• Maintain knowledge of regulatory requirements and test standards.
• Prepare and present reports and presentations.

What we look for

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 1+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, mechanical product development, or a related technical discipline.
• Able to apply fundamental engineering theories, mathematics, mechanics, and physical science concepts to the job.
• Ability to write reports and convey detailed technical information.
• US Citizen and/or Permanent Resident

Preferred

• Familiarity with DFMEA (design failure mode and effect analysis) and DFAM (design for assembly and manufacturing)
• Experience with phase-gate design processes
• Ability for occasional travel
• Proficiency of MSOffice, PTC Creo and Windchill

SALARY RANGE: $70,000 - $90,000 (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 theAbout Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

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