Johnson Controls reviews

3.7

70% would recommend to a friend

(9,518 total reviews)
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Joakim Weidemanis

79% approve of CEO

61% positive business outlook

Johnson Controls has an employee rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars, based on 9,518 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Johnson Controls employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufactura industry (3.5 stars).

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10K reviews
5.0
Oct 27, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Johnson Controls offers excellent exposure to marine HVAC, fire, and security systems, especially for engineers working in specialized departments like marine. The company maintains high standards in project execution, with a strong focus on safety and compliance. Opportunities to work on international shipping projects provide valuable experience in global project management. Supportive colleagues and a collaborative work environment, especially within the UAE office. Access to OEM-level training and resources, which is a big plus for technical skill development.

Cons

Career progression can be slow, especially in niche departments where roles are limited.

3.0
Oct 27, 2025

JCI good to be great

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Strong reputation Global Impact Top company

Cons

Work Life balance High demanding The management does not meet the standards expected of a leading company.

4.0
Oct 27, 2025

Overall Positive Experience

Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

There are a lot of opportunities to grow within the company as long as you are willing to branch out a bit.

Cons

Pay is limited once you're hired on. There are caps on what you can earn with promotions - even when you jump several grades higher.

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