What you will do

Johnson Controls is hiring! We are looking for a Test Engineering Technical to join our Fire Suppression product team based in Marinette, WI. As a Test Engineering Technician, you will conduct basic and applied testing. This position is based onsite at our facility in Marinette, WI. Candidates must be commuting distance to the facility, or able to relocate.

How you will do it

• Reads and interprets test plans, procedures, and drawings.

• Conducts testing of fire suppression products in accordance with supplied procedures.  This function includes assembly of test items, acquisition/procurement of test equipment, set-up of tests, running tests, data collection, tear down of test systems, and other incidental tasks.

• Works with data acquisition equipment to collect data.

• Collects and reduces operational and test data and information.

• Works with other technicians and personnel to meet program requirements.

• Mentor Entry Test Engineering Technicians (Level I) and assist Lead Test Engineering Technicians (Level III) with large-scale projects.

• Conducts fire tests and demonstrations using fire protection equipment and required PPE, as well provides backup protection during fire testing.

• Operates forklifts.

• Performs various housekeeping duties.

• Identifies and assists in remediation of any and all safety hazards in the work place.

• Maintains a good safety record.

• Performs all elements of the job in accordance with established procedures.

• Maintains laboratory notebook of test data and related information.

• Writes test reports to summarize and communicate results of test programs.

What you will need
Required

• Associate’s degree in a technical discipline (preferred associates degree in fire protection); or one year of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability to read and understand written instructions, e.g. safety notices and rules, test procedures, operating and maintenance instructions, etc.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

• Demonstrated understanding of and ability to apply all basic math functions, e.g. addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

• Demonstrated ability to work within Microsoft Office applications.  Ability to type preferred.

• Ability to demonstrate a good mechanical aptitude.  Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to reason in a teamwork atmosphere. Ability to learn, change, and adapt as needed.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Preferred

• NICET Certification in Special Hazards Suppression Systems

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment consists of a number of lab areas and machine shop areas.  While the Company makes every effort to reduce and eliminate all safety hazards, this type of environment does involve safety hazards which require extra care on the part of the employee.  Such hazards include, but are not limited to:  moderate to high pressure test gases and liquids in test systems; extreme high and low temperature test fluids and items; high electrical voltages; chemicals; and sharp objects, such as might be generated around machine tools.  The noise in the work environment is moderate.  Temperature extremes are regulated, but not as closely as typical indoor offices.  PPE will be provided when necessary.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $23.00 - $27.00 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your 
background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us