Full-Time

Senior Electrical/Controls Engineer

Updated on 8/1/2026

Johns Manville (JM)

Johns Manville (JM)

1,001-5,000 employees

Manufactures commercial roofing, insulation, engineered products

Compensation Overview

$121k - $181.6k/yr

+ Incentive bonus

Defiance, OH, USA + 4 more

More locations: Winder, GA, USA | Willows, CA, USA | McPherson, KS, USA | Phenix City, AL, USA

Hybrid

Must be located near an listed IS plant; 40–60% travel is required, with a hybrid schedule when not traveling.

Category
Electrical Engineering (1)

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Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or electrical engineering technology with a minimum of 5 years of experience in control systems engineering in a continuous and/or discrete manufacturing environment.
  • Demonstrated electrical and control system engineering capabilities.
  • Demonstrated ability to provide complex and innovative solutions to project and process engineering problems.
  • Proficiency with Allen-Bradley programmable logic controller and human-machine interface applications, including programming, along with communications within enterprise and control networked systems.
  • Demonstrated project management skills.
  • Demonstrated knowledge in applying the NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, including arc flash energy and shock hazards.
  • Ability to manage and support multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Lead Electrical/Controls Engineer experience on one major or complex project with responsibility greater than $5 million.
  • Demonstrated success managing projects from $500,000 to $2 million.
  • Ability to work with and influence a multidisciplinary team and management, implement plans, and follow through with sustained execution while meeting project milestones in a timely manner.
  • Demonstrated capability to work collaboratively with internal and external engineering resources.
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Drive and initiative to complete assigned tasks and investigate and pursue improvement opportunities.
  • Ability to design and execute projects within North America.
  • Ability to travel 40–60% of the time.
Responsibilities
  • Perform power and electrical control systems engineering for all aspects of projects.
  • Prepare and review technical electrical specifications for equipment and process projects.
  • Assist the Corporate Electrical Group in reviewing and implementing corporate specifications and standards.
  • Assist facilities with manufacturing operations and execute electrical safety initiatives.
  • Provide project management and oversight for all aspects and phases of multiple project assignments concurrently and drive projects to completion.
  • Ensure compliance with technical specifications and contracts for equipment and services across all project aspects.
  • Maintain communication with management and project customers regarding project status, problems, and changes.
  • Coordinate, review, provide oversight, and manage supplier and contractor activities for projects on and off site, including commissioning, startup, and training for plant personnel.
  • Develop bid request documentation, supplier lists, and bid evaluations, and make recommendations for purchasing.
  • Manage overall project budget, forecasts, schedule, scope, deliverables, execution, and reporting to provide the expected project benefits.
  • Coordinate, review, provide oversight, and manage external engineering resources and consultants as needed.
  • Support remote manufacturing facilities by determining root causes of failures and developing corrective action plans.
  • Provide direction and mentoring to more junior engineers as needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • Demonstrated experience in the engineering and implementation of 480V switchgear, power distribution panels, and motor control centers.
  • Demonstrated experience in the engineering and implementation of 4160V power distribution systems.

Johns Manville (JM) manufactures commercial roofing, premium insulation, and engineered products. Its offerings include roofing systems, insulation solutions, and related building products used in commercial and residential construction. JM’s products are designed to be installed in buildings to provide weatherproofing, energy efficiency, and thermal performance. The company operates through a global network with R&D facilities in Denver and about 8,000 employees across 44 locations, serving customers in over 80 countries. JM differentiates itself through long-standing experience, a link to Berkshire Hathaway, and a culture focused on People, Passion, Perform, and Protect, aiming to deliver reliable, high-quality building materials and positive experiences for employees and customers. Its goal is to provide durable, safe, and efficient building solutions while maintaining integrity and stability as part of Berkshire Hathaway.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Denver, Colorado

Founded

1858

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Leadership continuity should limit disruption through the August 1, 2026 transition.
  • Energy-efficient retrofit demand supports insulation and commercial roofing growth.
  • Global manufacturing scale helps JM serve North American and European customers.

What critics are saying

  • Bob Wamboldt's retirement creates execution risk during the CEO handoff.
  • Construction downturns directly pressure JM's volumes and factory utilization.
  • Sustainability-focused rivals can win share in insulation and roofing bids.

What makes Johns Manville (JM) unique

  • Berkshire Hathaway ownership provides patient capital and operational credibility.
  • John Vasuta brings Engineered Products leadership and Bridgestone experience.
  • JM spans insulation, roofing, and specialty products across 43 locations.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Wellness Program

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Traditional Flexible Spending Account

Dependent Care Spending Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Mentorship Program

Professional Development Budget

Conference Attendance Budget

Training Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Company News

Johns Manville
Jan 22nd, 2026
New Interactive Experience: What We Make

New interactive experience: what Johns Manville Corp make. Johns Manville (JM) products are essential to the modern world, quietly working within the buildings and infrastructure Johns Manville Corp use every day to improve the spaces where Johns Manville Corp live and work. JM's products focus on solving real-world problems. Its solutions boost energy efficiency and are designed for long-term performance across different industries and environments. "Though hidden behind walls or within complex systems, our products' impact goes beyond the materials they're made from - they create safer, reliable and more sustainable surroundings," said Erin Valley, JM's Sustainability Technology Leader. To help illustrate this, JM has launched a new interactive digital experience. It allows users to explore the many places JM products are used in the built environment. The experience provides a look at what JM makes and how these products perform, helping people understand the links between innovation, application, and real-world benefits. This tool was designed with support from Scott Coons, Chief Sustainability Officer, to help illustrate how Johns Manville Corp view impact through a sustainability lens. JM's work reaches beyond product creation - it results in reduced emissions, improved safety, more resilient communities, and measurable environmental gains. By placing its products in real-world scenarios, the tool underscores how materials contribute to sustained value over time. "In everything we do, JM seeks to Build a Better Tomorrow - positively impacting our communities and the environment, while also meeting customers' needs and expectations," Valley said. By topic.

Urethanes Technology International
Dec 2nd, 2025
Johns Manville adds two-component PU foam adhesive for construction applications

Johns Manville adds two-component PU foam adhesive for construction applications. Colorado, US - Johns Manville has launched a new two-part, low-rise PU foam adhesive for the construction sector. JM QuickFoam is designed for attaching fleece-backed single-ply membranes to insulation boards. It can also be used to attach insulation boards to each other or to the deck. Urethanes Technology International launches new digital home for the global polyurethane industry.

WCONLINE
Mar 7th, 2025
Johns Manville Introduces New Polyiso Foam Board

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Feb 25th, 2025
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