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Johns Manville

Senior Controls Engineer

Johns Manville, Nashville, Tennessee, United States

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time left to apply End Date: August 18, 2025 (4 days left to apply) job requisition id R25_1339 Who We Are Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy. A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments. Pay Range Who We Are Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy. A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments. Pay Range $119,200.00-$178,800.00 Annual This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus. We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Sr. Controls Engineer to oversee the design, development, and optimization of control systems across our North American Engineered Products manufacturing operations. This role combines hands-on engineering with leadership responsibilities, guiding plant teams of controls engineers and collaborating with cross-functional departments to drive automation excellence and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities: Lead the development and implementation of advanced control systems for manufacturing equipment and processes. Provide oversight and mentorship for Plant teams of controls engineers/technicians, providing technical guidance and performance feedback. Architect scalable automation solutions using PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and industrial networking technologies. Identify and Lead individual improvement projects Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for controls-related initiatives. Ensure system reliability, safety, and compliance with industry standards and regulations. Collaborate with Multiple site operations, maintenance, and IT teams to integrate control systems with MES and ERP platforms. Drive innovation by evaluating emerging technologies and recommending strategic upgrades. Direct the Development of and maintenance of comprehensive documentation, including system architecture, programming standards, and troubleshooting guides. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in engineering with Control Systems Engineering experience 5+ years of experience in control systems engineering in a continuous manufacturing environment. Expertise in PLC programming (e.g., Rockwell Automation, Siemens), HMI/SCADA development, and industrial communication protocols. Demonstrated leadership in managing large-scale capital projects from concept through execution to include leading cross-functional engineering projects. Strong understanding of control theory, system integration, and safety systems (e.g., SIL, NFPA 79). Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree or Professional Engineer (PE) license. Experience with robotics, motion control, and vision systems. Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 principles. Certifications such as PMP, CCST, or ISA Certified Automation Professional. Work Environment: Office and manufacturing floor environments. 20-30% percent travel for project implementation and vendor coordination. Please Keep in Mind If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team. Benefits Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees. Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs. Johns Manville supports employee growth with vast educational opportunities and a company-wide mentoring program. This program pairs employees and leaders to grow skills, build stronger internal networks and strengthen the company’s succession planning process.Johns Manville also offers soft and hard skills training facilitated by internal and external presenters. Our talent management team prioritizes the holistic growth of our workforce. Diversity & Inclusion Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities. Our D&I council is composed of employees from locations across North American & Europe who meet regularly and work to promote and foster an environment of inclusion. Born from our D&I council is our network of employee resource groups (ERGs) that are focused on supporting diverse communities in the workplace. Review more about our diversity & inclusion initiatives on JM’s Career page. Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Johns Manville is a proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, serving customers in more than 80 countries, supplying innovative products to the construction, aerospace, automotive, filtration and energy industries. With a more than 160-year legacy, we understand that our story continues to grow only with the right people saying, thinking and doing the right things. Make your story our story. Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.

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