Mechanical Engineering Technician

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• Competitive pay
• 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

Johnson Control sis seeking to fill the position Mechanical Engineering Technician, based in one of our advanced R&D facilities located in Cranston, RI.

As a Mechanical Engineering Technician, you will contribute directly to R&D innovation by assembling and running test setups that verify new product designs against agency test standards. Working alongside engineers, you will help ensure that prototypes are tested safely, precisely, and reliably. We require candidates to be US Citizens and/or permanent residents of the US. Sponsorship is not available for this role.

• Build, assemble, and modify test setups, fixtures, and prototypes.
• Perform light carpentry, plumbing, and basic fabrication to support test setup construction.
• Interpret engineering drawings, agency test standards, and work request criteria to ensure accurate setup and configuration.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, and hoists.
• Collect, record, and organize test data with strong attention to detail.
• Establish and sustain effective working relationships across a variety of teams.

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering technology, or equivalent practical experience.
• Hands‑on experience with mechanical assembly, fabrication, or test setup construction.
• Experience with hand tools, power tools, and basic shop equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, test standards, and measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, tape measures, etc.).
• High attention to detail and ability to follow structured test procedures.
• US Citizen and/or permanent resident.

• Experience working with hydraulic test loops, including pumps, valves, and flow control systems.
• Forklift and scissor lift experience.
• Experience with in the fire protection industry.

COMPENSATION RANGE: $26/hr - $38/hr (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.

JCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected categories.