Senior Manufacturing Engineer (onsite)

What you will do Thermal limits are the hidden bottleneck holding back the world’s most advanced technologies—AI infrastructure, semiconductor equipment, power electronics, and mission‑critical defense systems. At Johnson Controls, we don’t work around those limits—we eliminate them. Powered by our breakthrough Stack Forging process, we engineer high‑performance thermal components and integrated cooling loop solutions designed for direct deployment into AI, HPC, and other demanding environments. The result is a best‑in‑class thermal management platform built for the systems that push performance to the edge—and beyond. Senior Manufacturing Engineer located in Burlington, MA. As a Builder on the Stack Forging Thermal Solutions team, you will join a high‑bar collaborative culture that values innovation, resilience, and continuous improvement. You will be responsible for the specification, development, and commissioning of manufacturing equipment for testing cold plates and producing products at scale, reporting to the Sr. Manager of the Machines team and leading a cross‑functional program team dedicated to scaling up the manufacturing line for JCI Stack Forging’s thermal management offerings. This position requires onsite presence in Burlington, MA. Only U.S. citizens and/or permanent residents will be considered, as sponsorship is not available. How you will do it Manufacturing system design: Design, develop, and commission scalable assembly systems for high‑volume thermal system production. Testing system development: Develop and implement automated testing systems (e.g., performance, reliability, and leak testing) for cold plates and thermal systems. Vendor selection and management: Own the technical selection, procurement, and qualification of high‑value capital equipment required for automated testing and assembly. Program management: Lead the manufacturing scale‑up project for thermal system production, including defining resourcing, setting timelines, and establishing milestones. Technical leadership: Act as a subject matter expert on manufacturing for cold plates and thermal systems. Set and maintain the technical standards for manufacturing quality, process control (e.g., PFMEAs), and reliability. Mentorship: Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior engineers, production engineers, and production staff. What you will need Required Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or a related Engineering field. 7+ years of experience in manufacturing. 3+ years of experience with commissioning capital equipment. 2+ years of experience with thermal‑fluid systems. Preferred Proven expertise with Lean Manufacturing principles. Direct experience with metal joining and fitting processes, preferably in a thermal management context. Experience in high‑volume mass production environments (e.g., automotive, consumer electronics, or high‑power computing/data center). Experience working in a fast‑paced, high‑growth startup environment. Proficiency with 3D software tools for design, inspection, or CAM. HIRING SALARY RANGE: $105,000 - $160,000 (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 to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. #J-18808-Ljbffr Johnson Controls, Inc.