Manufacturing Drafter/Designer
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Manufacturing Drafter/Designer
62,000–106,000 / Year
Location
Nisku-Alberta-Canada
Experience
Mid
Posted
Jul 10, 2026
Apply by
August 9, 2026
Applicants
0
Early applicantEasy applyFull-timeWork from Office
Job Description
Build your best future with the JCI team!
As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet. Join a winning team that empowers you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience that focuses on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become a member of the JCI family and thrive in an empowering company culture where your voice and ideas will be heard – your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away!
What we offer
- Competitive Pay
- Comprehensive Benefits Package including Retirement Savings Plan, Extended Health Care, Dental, and Vision
- Paid statutory holidays, paid vacation days, and paid sick time
- Encouraging and collaborative team environment
- Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy
Who we are
Founded in 1994, Silent-Aire is a technology-driven company that designs, engineers, and manufactures hyperscale cooling and modular data center solutions. Silent-Aire employs over 3000 people, with a total of 13 manufacturing facilities and over 1 million sq/ft of capacity in Edmonton, Alberta; Gilbert, Arizona; and Dublin, Ireland. There are sales/service centers in Seattle, Washington; Boardman, Oregon; Ashburn, Virginia; and Dublin, Ireland. Since May 2021, Silent-Aire has been a part of Johnson Controls' Data Center Solutions group. To learn more, please visit https://www.silent-aire.com/.
What you will do
As an Equipment Designer you will be instrumental in designing 3D models that will be used for construction packages, ensuring efficient and effective manufacturing processes. You will produce detailed drawings and specifications that guide the production team in creating high-quality products. Working closely with engineers and production staff, you'll contribute to optimizing processes for manufacturability and cost-effectiveness, enhancing overall product quality.
How you will do it
- Create detailed designs for manufacturing air handling units and computer room solutions, ensuring compliance with production requirements and industry standards.
- Generate precise technical drawings and specifications for tooling using Inventor/Creo software.
- Collaborate with engineers, production teams, and stakeholders to identify design needs and gather feedback on functionality.
- Assist in the prototyping process by working with manufacturing teams to test and refine assemblies before full-scale production.
- Review existing designs for efficiency and effectiveness, suggesting improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
- Maintain thorough documentation of design processes, revisions, and specifications to ensure traceability and adherence to JCI standards.
- Create or update bills of materials (BOM) to accurately represent necessary components and materials.
- Assist team members and perform peer reviews for internal design packages.
- Engage in continuous improvement initiatives by assessing tooling performance and recommending innovative design enhancements.
- Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting timeline requirements while ensuring high-quality deliverables.
What we look for
Required:
- College diploma or University degree in mechanical engineering design and drafting technology, or a related field.
- Experience with CAD software including GD&T and standardized drafting practices.
- Experience with Inventor and CREO/Windchill considered an asset.
- Maintain drawing accuracy through version control, documentation updates, and adherence to drafting standards ASME Y14.
- Ability to develop accurate manufacturing specifications in a timely manner.
- Proficiency in creating preliminary designs or conceptualizing design.
- Experience supporting mechanical products and assemblies in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Interest in developing technical skills through internal and external training.
- High level of personal integrity and strong work ethic.
- Professional demeanor under stressful situations.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $62,000-$106,000 CAD (Salary 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’ Canadian subsidiaries are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants, candidates and employees with disabilities, in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and in Ontario, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (“AODA”). When requested, accommodation will be provided throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. To request accommodation, please contact us. Any information you provide related to accommodation measures will be treated as confidential. A copy of Johnson Controls’ applicable AODA policies are available on our website at www.johnsoncontrols.com for your reference, and can be made available in accessible formats upon request.
Key Responsibilities
- Create detailed designs for manufacturing air handling units and computer room solutions.
- Generate precise technical drawings and specifications for tooling using Inventor/Creo software.
- Collaborate with engineers and production teams to identify design needs and gather feedback.
- Assist in the prototyping process by working with manufacturing teams to test and refine assemblies.
- Review existing designs for efficiency and suggest improvements to enhance productivity.
- Maintain thorough documentation of design processes, revisions, and specifications.
- Create or update bills of materials (BOM) to accurately represent necessary components.
- Assist team members and perform peer reviews for internal design packages.
- Engage in continuous improvement initiatives by assessing tooling performance.
- Manage multiple design projects simultaneously while meeting timeline requirements.
Requirements
- College diploma or University degree in mechanical engineering design and drafting technology
- or a related field
Skills Required
CAD softwareGD&TStandardized drafting practicesInventorCREOASME Y14PlanningOrganizational skillsVerbal communicationWritten communicationPersonal integrityWork ethicProfessional demeanorWindchill
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Extended Health Care
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid statutory holidays
- Paid vacation days
- Paid sick time
- Zero Harm policy
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