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Instrumentation Engineer

Johnson Controls International
Cranston, RI Full Time
POSTED ON 8/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/12/2026

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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

**Applicants must be U.S. citizens to be eligible for this position. Employment sponsorship is not available for this role.

What You Will Do 

Johnson Controls is seeking to fill the position Instrumentation Engineer, based in one of our advanced R&D facilities located in Cranston, RI.
 

The Instrumentation Engineer will support experimental development by setting up, configuring, and troubleshooting sensors, instrumentation, automation hardware, and data acquisition systems. You will work closely with project engineers to ensure test systems operate safely, accurately, and reliably.  We require candidates to be US Citizens and/or permanent residents of the US.  Sponsorship is not available for this role.

How You Will Do It 

  • Set up, configure, and maintain sensors, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems used in fire suppression R&D testing.

  • Develop, modify, and maintain LabVIEW programs for data collection, test control, and system monitoring.

  • Build, wire, and troubleshoot automation hardware including PLCs and VFDs.

  • Diagnose and resolve issues involving wiring, communication protocols, control logic, and instrumentation performance.

  • Maintain wiring diagrams, test configurations, and system component records.

  • Establish and sustain effective working relationships across a variety of teams.

What We Look For 
Required 

  • Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, mechatronics, or a related engineering field.

  • Hands on experience with instrumentation, sensors, and data acquisition hardware.

  • Working knowledge of LabVIEW, PLC programming, and VFD programming.

  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.

  • Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, control, and instrumentation systems.

  • US Citizen and/or permanent resident.

Preferred

  • Experience working with water or hydraulic test loops, including pumps, valves, and flow control systems.

  • Experience within the fire protection industry. 

Salary Range: $72,000 - $94,000 (Compensation 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 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

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