Product Manufacturing Engineer

Job Highlights

Company Profile

Johnson Controls transforms the environments where people live, work, learn, and play. From optimizing building performance to improving safety and enhancing comfort, it drives the outcomes that matter most. The company is dedicated to protecting the environment and delivers promise in industries such as healthcare, education, data centers, and manufacturing.

Job Profile

The company is hiring a Product Manufacturing Engineer who will be responsible for being involved throughout the entire product development or engineering change (EC) lifecycle, from initial concept through manufacturing and launch.

Demonstrate the ability to manage complex projects and maintain a focus on continuous improvement to achieve operational excellence.

This position demands a hands-on approach to problem-solving, process improvement, and the implementation of best practices in design and manufacturing engineering.

Education Level

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited 4-year College or University (required).
• Master’s Degree (preferred)

Work Experience

• Minimum 7 years of experience in product manufacturing or development engineering with a very high percentage of time and experience on the factory floor in product and process development.
• Able to identify key elements requiring control plans in support of Manufacturing Engineering
• Experience reviewing drawings, schematics, and models and providing helpful feedback in design review situations
• Experience working in an agile project management environment (a plus)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Collaborate with design, R&D, and production teams to develop and implement design for manufacturing (DFM) strategies.
• Contribute to the definition and subsequent fulfillment of the definition of done for both major projects and minor changes in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Develop and maintain factory capabilities matrix for use by design and engineering teams to ensure designs fit into factory tooling & methods.
• Ensure released information for manufacture is aligned with global manufacturing standards and is up to date with manufacturing best practices.
• International travel to factories in support of project and improvement efforts.
• Maintain a strong focus on health and safety standards, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
• Oversee BOM transformation from EBOM to MBOM and ensure the accuracy, connection, and completeness of both
• Oversee product industrialization processes, ensuring a smooth transition from design to full-scale manufacturing.
• Participate along with Manufacturing Engineering on Kaizen events and quality concerns within factory environments to represent the improvements needed by the design team
• Prepare data and product comparisons to support design for manufacturing workshops, make/buy decisions on components, return on investment for equipment, or other applications
• Provide on-site production support as a representative of the product design key to project timelines
• Remain well versed in manufacturing techniques (Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering) for pipe bending, welding and brazing, sheet metal fabrication, machining, and assembly operations; both within JCI factories and in the world at large.
• Scout, demo, and introduce advanced manufacturing technologies and automation to enhance chiller production.
• Understand material process flow and process flow mapping and be fluent in process definition and documentation methods

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Able to identify key elements requiring control plans in support of Manufacturing Engineering
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with cross-functional teams and stakeholders and be able to address the differing needs of design teams, factories, and supply chains.
• Spanish language proficiency is preferred but not required
• Strong interest and knowledge of industry standards and best practices in manufacturing and design for manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions based on data and analysis.
• Working knowledge of PLM, 3D modeling, and ERP/MES systems software

Benefits/Perks

• 401(k) savings plan and company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Medical/dental/vision insurance/health spending
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary benefits: ID Theft; Critical Illness, Pet Insurance, Legal Support
• Wellness Program

Employer’s Statement

Johnson Controls is an Equal Employment Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.