Control Systems Engineer (onsite)

Johnson Controls•Salem, VA

31d•$85,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Johnson Controls is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to support the design, development, application engineering, optimization, manufacturing support, and field support of active magnetic bearing (AMB) control systems for their JCI-Synchrony Engineering team. This position is onsite at their Salem, VA, facility. Candidates must be commuting distance or be able to relocate. Various relocation packages are available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a closely related field
2+ years’ experience in an engineering or manufacturing setting. Internships, co-op work, and graduate laboratory research work will be considered as experience
Control theory
Rotordynamics and vibration theory
Dynamic analysis and testing experience with machinery equipment
Software development
Familiarity working with hand tools and basic electrical instruments
Able to investigate root causes across a wide range of engineering disciplines, including electrical, controls, mechanical, thermal, etc., and implement countermeasures

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a closely related field
C, MATLAB, and/or Python
Industry experience: turbomachinery, rotating machinery, including rigid and flexible shafts

Responsibilities

Provide commissioning and field support services for AMB systems, including initial setup, remote monitoring, optimization, and troubleshooting
Perform rotodynamic analysis for new AMB-supported machinery
Provide hands-on testing support for new magnetic bearing features, software, and manufacturability improvements
Provide hands-on troubleshooting support for magnetic bearing manufacturing and installation problems
Support MBC control algorithm development and control system architecture modifications