NextGen Software Engineer

Johnson Controls • Westford, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Johnson Controls’ 18-month Engineering Training Program provides 3–4 rotational assignments across engineering and business functions. Participants gain hands-on experience, leadership development, and exposure to experienced professionals while working on projects across engineering, operations, product development, and other key functions. Assignments may take place in Milwaukee, WI; Westford, MA; or other Johnson Controls facilities in the United States. Rotations may require extended stays away from the hiring location, generally lasting several weeks to several months. Company-supported travel, lodging, and relocation assistance are provided in accordance with company policy.

This is a fully on-site position. Participants work in person at their assigned facility five days per week and may travel domestically and occasionally internationally for training, project work, and collaboration with global teams. The program offers mentorship and coaching, opportunities to build technical, business, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills, and a final capstone project. After successful completion, participants transition into a full-time role in Cloud/AI Engineering, Automation Engineering, Test Engineering, Software Engineering, Project Management, or Product Management.

Johnson Controls describes its values as integrity, teamwork, innovation, and commitment to sustainability, and says it fosters an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and empowers employees to make an impact. Compensation starts at $75,000, with a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Benefits begin on the first day.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work across multiple functions, teams, and locations, including relocation and rotational assignments throughout the United States.
• Passion for learning, growth, and leadership, demonstrated through school, work, community involvement, internships, or co-op experiences.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts and work effectively toward common goals.
• Ability to organize and analyze data to solve multidimensional problems, and demonstrated proficiency using AI tools and technologies.
• Ability to work full-time on-site and travel domestically and internationally.
• Ability to obtain and maintain valid travel documentation.
• Legal right to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Complete structured rotational assignments across engineering, operations, product development, and other key functions.
• Apply technical and business skills to real-world projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges.
• Contribute to timely project completion, provide status updates, and deliver a final capstone project.
• Receive and apply mentorship and coaching from senior leaders and technical experts while developing professional capabilities.
• Work on-site at the assigned Johnson Controls facility and complete rotations that may require extended stays at other U.S. locations.
• Travel domestically and occasionally internationally for training, project work, and collaboration with global teams.

Benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $75,000.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus.
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits starting on the first day.
• 15 days of vacation, 5 sick days, and 3 floating holidays.
• Mentor and support network of peers and leaders.
• Company-supported travel, lodging, and relocation assistance in accordance with company policy.

What This Job Offers

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