Solution Architect, Thermal Management

About this role

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team!

Who we are:

Johnson Controls is global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. Our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!

What We Offer: • 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

** This is a hybrid work arrangement. Relocation assistance available for eligible candidates relocating to the area.

What You Will Do  

As a   Technology Strategy Applications Engineer , you will play a key role in   solving challenges for data center designers served by Johnson Controls and   enhancing brand awareness in the   Data Center Vertical for our products . Reporting directly to the   Director of   Business Development   and Technology Strategy for Thermal Management , you will work closely with the   Global Data Center Technical Selling   team to   create solutions for efficient   management of thermal energy   from mission critical facilities .   

Your primary focus will be  

• Identifying   challenges, constraints, and goals of data center designers,   and developing tailored solutions for customers.   

• Defining   innovative, scalable, and repeatable thermal management solutions which can be applied to numerous phases, sites, or geographies where data centers may be constructed .   

Given the technical nature of this role, a strong   understanding of heat transfer, vapor compression, and vapor absorption systems   essential .    

How You Will Do It    

In this role, you will leverage your expertise to:   

• Developing   globally applicable reference designs to produce facility water for use in air-cooled, liquid-cooled, hybrid-cooled or methods of   cooling in   data center facilities .  

• Industry engagement with complimentary thermal system   partners   and stakeholders   to author white papers, case studies, or application guides of the equipment and/or systems needed for facility water production .    

• Engage with the infrastructure design community, such as consulting engineers and   in-house mission critical mechanical teams,   through industry conferences, expositions and   other engagements   to design   the next generation of   cooling   architecture for data centers .   

• Provide in-depth technical support and guidance on   thermal management (facility water)   products   internally and externally to the organization.  

• Collaborate   internally   with R&D, Training, Product Management, and Technical Support teams to ensure   market   needs are met in alignment with company product strategies.   Ensure the necessary   design, technical, and marketing tools to support clients with both existing   new,   and upcoming   products.   

You thrive on building relationships and driving business growth. A natural problem solver, you work independently, manage multiple priorities with precision, and remain proactive in engaging customers and stakeholders.   

What We Look For  

Required:  

• Minimum   10   years of   experience in designing mechanical   cooling systems, such as chillers, chilled water   pumping and storage   systems,   or similar industry.  

• Minimum   5   years of experience   within data center   industry, directly responsible for the design of cooling systems   of   advanced IT equipment  

• Strong technical knowledge of   mission critical cooling systems, their applications and   market trends.  

• Exceptional presentation and communication skills, with the ability to influence decision-makers at all levels.   

• Proven track record of   understanding and writing   product specifications   from, or for,   end users, consultants, and installers.   

• Experience in strategic planning, marketing, and market research.   

• Highly developed prospecting skills—ability to identify key decision-makers and stakeholders.   

• Proactive, self-motivated approach—able to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams.   

• Strong team-player   mindset—cross-functional   collaboration is essential for success.   

• Willingness to travel   globally   as needed.   

SALARY RANGE : $130,000 - $165,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance.  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

Johnson Controls International

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