Controls Systems Designer-Site Dedicated

Job DescriptionBuild your best future with the Johnson Controls team  As a 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 many industries worldwide. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful service work and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with 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- 10 days of vacation first year Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care – Available day one Encouraging and collaborative team environment Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy Check us out!: Systems Designer – Site DedicatedOn-site | Calumet City, IllinoisBuild your best future with Johnson ControlsJohnson Controls is hiring a Controls Systems Designer to support a large educational campus in Chicago, Illinois. This is a site dedicated role focused on the hardware design portion of building automation and controls projects. The Designer will work in close partnership with a site-dedicated Controls Engineer who is focused on software, coordination across projects, and change management.If you enjoy detailed design work, collaboration with engineers and field teams, and being embedded at a customer site, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a direct impact.What you will doAs a Controls Systems Designer, you will be responsible for developing hardware-focused design deliverables for building automation and control systems following project award. You will translate engineering direction, contract documents, and site requirements into accurate, high-quality hardware designs that support successful installation and execution.Key responsibilitiesDevelop control system hardware designs using Visio and CCT/SCT design toolsCreate and maintain hardware documentation including panel layouts, wiring diagrams, network layouts, device placement, and bills of materialSupport multiple projects across the same site, ensuring consistency and adherence to site standardsPartner closely with the site-dedicated Controls Engineer to align hardware design with software sequences, change orders, and project updatesCoordinate with project teams, field technicians, and installation partners to support constructability and smooth executionRevise designs to support approved change orders and evolving site requirementsFollow established quality, safety, and documentation standard​​What we are looking forAssociate’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, electronics, drafting, or a related technical field, or equivalent experienceMinimum of 2 to 3 years of experience supporting controls or building automation projectsExperience developing hardware-focused design documentation for building systemsStrong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple design tasks simultaneouslyEffective communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindsetPreferred qualificationsExperience with building automation or HVAC control systemsFamiliarity with mechanical systems, control panels, low-voltage wiring, and field installation practicesExperience working in educational, healthcare, or large commercial facilitiesPrior experience supporting site-dedicated or campus-style projectsWork locationThis is a site dedicated position based at a large educational facility in Chicago, Illinois. Regular on-site presence is required to support close collaboration with engineering and project teams. HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $28.65 – $39.40/hour(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

Created: 2026-05-09