What you will do
Johnson Controls is hiring! As a Calibration (Metrology) Technician, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of cutting‑edge engineering and test systems. You’ll be at the heart of our laboratory operations, responsible for the calibration, verification, maintenance, and documentation of precision instrumentation and test equipment that enables innovation.
This is a highly hands-on role where no two days are the same. You’ll provide direct engineering support, assembling cables and measurement panels, troubleshooting electrical devices, and driving corrective actions to resolve instrumentation and data quality challenges. Your expertise will help ensure measurements are traceable, compliant with quality standards, and ready to support advanced development work. If you enjoy working with precision equipment, solving technical problems, and knowing your work directly supports groundbreaking engineering efforts, this role offers a chance to make a real impact every day.
You’ll work onsite at our Advanced Development and Engineering facility in New Freedom, PA, collaborating closely with engineers and technical experts in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. Candidates must be within commuting distance to the facility.
How you will do it
Perform accurate and timely calibration, verification, and adjustment of electrical, pressure, temperature, and electronic measuring equipment using established company procedures and schedules
Calibrate equipment to internal, national, and international standards and ensure compliance with standards where applicable (NIST traceability, ISO 17025, ISO 9001, etc.)
Evaluate measurement equipment suitability and accuracy for application
Interpret calibration specifications, tolerances, and uncertainty requirements
Identify out‑of‑tolerance conditions, recommend, and provide corrective actions
Maintain equipment history, traceability, and recall schedules in calibration databases and IndySoft, our established Calibration Management System (CMS)
Maintain calibration intervals and inventory of test equipment to support effective test lab operations and readiness
Perform minor equipment maintenance and troubleshooting and facilitate external repairs
Write, review, and update calibration procedures and work instructions
Assist engineering and technical teams to troubleshoot and provide corrective actions to resolve measurement, instrumentation, and data quality issues
Works closely with Test Lab team to construct and assemble cable assemblies, measurement panels, and instrumentation systems
Train operators on proper use and handling of measuring devices
Implement and improve testing procedures, showcasing dedication to continuous improvement and problem-solving
Perform other duties as assigned to support effective test lab operations
What we look for
Associate degree or technical certificate in engineering science or related technical discipline (EE, EET, EMET, Metrology)
2+ years of relevant work experience in a technical environment
Experience with data acquisition systems (DAQ) and related electronic instrumentation including sensors, software, hardware, cables, connectors, and networked data communications
Experience with electrical and electronic assembly techniques including soldering and hand crimp tools
Experience troubleshooting basic electronic circuits
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $60,000 - $85,000 (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 https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us
Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.