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# Ctrls Systems Engineer II

- **Company:** Johnson Controls
- **Location:** United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $76,000.0 - $100,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Data Centers, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Performance Tuning, Software Engineering, Test Data, Scripting, Model-Driven Development
- **Published:** August 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/9861d1c0-7004-4133-94c7-bfa1857dabf5

## About the Role

* BS in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline; MS preferred
 * 4-6 years of controls, automation, embedded systems, or related engineering experience, or an MS degree with relevant industry experience
 * Experience developing control algorithms and software using MATLAB/Simulink
 * Working knowledge of model-based design principles for embedded systems
 * Familiarity with control systems concepts, modeling, simulation, and data analysis
 * Experience supporting product development, validation testing, and troubleshooting efforts
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills
 * Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced engineering environment
 * Working ability to read and understand embedded C/C++ code and use scripting tools such as Python or MATLAB

## Description

Johnson Controls is seeking a Controls Engineer II to support the design, development, testing, and implementation of control system software for industrial refrigeration and HVAC equipment.

You will join a collaborative engineering team delivering advanced controls for chillers, air handlers, and smart building products that optimize cooling/heating performance and energy efficiency. This role offers exposure to state-of-the-art testing facilities and the opportunity to contribute to next-generation cooling solutions supporting decarbonization, data center efficiency, AI-enabled manufacturing, and sustainability initiatives.

How you will do it:

 * Contribute as part of a growing engineering team addressing new control system needs in decarbonization and data center cooling
 * Design, implement, test, and support control software for chillers and air handling units used in data centers, large facilities, and industrial environments
 * Develop reliable and maintainable code using MATLAB/Simulink, applying model-based design principles for embedded systems
 * Apply control theory fundamentals (modeling, simulation, statistics, data acquisition) to develop robust and efficient control solutions
 * Analyze system and test data to support controller development, performance optimization, and product validation
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers throughout product development activities
 * Participate in laboratory and field testing activities to validate control performance and troubleshoot issues
 * Support technical reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of controls development processes


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