NextGen Hardware Engineer

Johnson Controls • Westford, MA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education. For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward. Build What’s Next - Starting with You Ready to turn your engineering degree into real-world impact? At Johnson Controls , our Engineering Training Program isn’t just a job, it’s a launchpad. This position is on our Fire Detection Hardware team based in Westford, MA. Over 14–18 months , you’ll rotate through 3–4 teams; to tackle meaningful projects and learn from industry pros while discovering where your skills (and interests) shine the most. We’re building smarter, healthier, and more sustainable spaces around the world - and we want you at the center of it. Rotation’s locations include; Marinette, WI Cranston, RI Lubbock, TX Weslaco, TX

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or related field)
• Adaptable and open to working across teams and locations
• Passion for learning, growth, and long-term impact
• Leadership experience from school, work, or community involvement
• Strong communication skills-able to explain technical ideas clearly (words + visuals)
• Comfortable organizing and analyzing data to solve complex problems
• Team-oriented mindset with proven collaboration experience
• Experience leveraging AI tools and technologies
• Willingness to relocate across the U.S.
• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency

Nice To Haves

• Preferred coursework: thermodynamics, machine design, fluid flow, intro to electrical engineering
• Internship or Co-op experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Rotate across engineering, operations, product development, and more
• Work on real projects that make a measurable impact
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges
• Get mentorship and coaching from senior leaders and technical experts
• Build problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills
• Contribute to on-time project delivery and progress reporting
• Design and deliver a capstone project that showcases your growth

Benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $75,000
• Benefits that start Day 1 (medical, dental, vision, 401k)
• Paid vacation/holidays/sick time – 15 days of vacation, 5 sick days, 3 floating holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level