Mechanical Engineer III - NPI - #1408374

Johnson Controls


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Cranston, RI
Contract type: Full time
***Consideration given to applicants residing in or within a commutable distance from Cranston, RI***

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team!

Who We Are

Johnson Controls - Fire Suppression Products (FSP) is a global leader in fire and life safety. We provide fire detection, sprinkler, suppression, special-hazard, and emergency communications solutions to customers in countries spanning six continents. With more than 30 manufacturing facilities worldwide, we provide safety and security for millions of customers around the world every day. Plus, we offer a comprehensive array of testing, inspection, maintenance, and repair services to keep fire and life-safety systems in top working order.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Paid vacation/holidays/sick time - 15 days of vacation first year!
  • Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - Available day one!
  • Extensive product and on the job/cross training opportunities
  • Encouraging and collaborative team environment
  • Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy

What You Will Do

Johnson Controls is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to join our Water-Based Fire Suppression New Product Introduction (NPI) team at our R&D facility in Cranston, RI. At Cranston’s R&D Center our engineering teams are responsible for the design, development, and certification of fire protection products which aid in life safety and property loss mitigation. This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship.

How You Will Do It

Our Mechanical Engineers' responsibilities include but are not limited to develop water-based fire protection product or system concepts and detailed designs, as advised; prototype generation and testing to international standards; conduct detailed studies to support design decisions; maintain records of design process in accordance with sound design practice and ISO requirements by performing duties directly or through subordinates when so directed.

  • Analyzes product and equipment specifications to support decisions on initial design direction.
  • Stays on top of the company’s product offerings, within the area of involvement, to support decisions on initial design direction.
  • Maintains a solid understanding of the company’s manufacturing operations to understand the strengths and weaknesses of design concepts from the point of view of manufacturability within the company.
  • Conducts feasibility, cost, optimization, stress, fluids, and thermal analyses.
  • Provides technical information concerning manufacturing and/or processing techniques, materials, properties, and process advantages and limitations which affect plant and product engineering planning.
  • Keeps tabs on the newest technology developments to ensure the company sees available opportunities for technical improvements in products and services and/or cost reductions.
  • Confers with research personnel and other technical functions as the need arises to clarify and resolve problems and develop designs.
  • Maintains a solid understanding of general industry and specific agency approval requirements, to ensure compliance is maintained in designs.
  • Prepares and advises others in the preparation of design layouts, detailed drawings, and specifications.
  • Advises and coordinates prototype efforts.
  • Compiles and analyzes operational, test, and research data to establish and/or evaluate performance standards and limits for new or existing products.
  • Plans, develops, conducts, and coordinates experimental test programs.
  • Plans and holds meetings when appropriate.
  • Prepares and presents reports and presentations as needed.
  • Performs all elements of the job in accordance with established procedures.

Required

What We Look For:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in mechanical engineering
  • Experience with industry standards and codes, such as NFPA, UL, and FM.
  • Strong knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and material science.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Preferred

  • Background with focus on fire suppression products
  • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and engineering analysis tools.

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