Instrumentation Engineer

Johnson Controls • Cranston, RI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Johnson Controls is seeking to fill the position Instrumentation Engineer, based in one of our advanced R&D facilities located in Cranston, RI. The Instrumentation Engineer will support experimental development by setting up, configuring, and troubleshooting sensors, instrumentation, automation hardware, and data acquisition systems. You will work closely with project engineers to ensure test systems operate safely, accurately, and reliably. We require candidates to be US Citizens and/or permanent residents of the US. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Requirements

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, or a related engineering field.
• Hands on experience with instrumentation, sensors, and data acquisition hardware.
• Working knowledge of LabVIEW, PLC programming, and VFD programming.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, control, and instrumentation systems.
• US Citizen and/or permanent resident.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with water or hydraulic test loops, including pumps, valves, and flow control systems.
• Experience within the fire protection industry.

Responsibilities

• Set up, configure, and maintain sensors, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems used in fire suppression R&D testing.
• Develop, modify, and maintain LabVIEW programs for data collection, test control, and system monitoring.
• Build, wire, and troubleshoot automation hardware including PLCs and VFDs.
• Diagnose and resolve issues involving wiring, communication protocols, control logic, and instrumentation performance.
• Maintain wiring diagrams, test configurations, and system component records.
• Establish and sustain effective working relationships across a variety of teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care.
• On-the-job/cross-training opportunities
• Encouraging and collaborative team environment
• Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree