Electrical 3D Designer

Johnson Controls; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Johnson Controls’ Silent-Aire division seeks an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to develop complex electrical layouts and production drawings for OEM equipment. You will act as the design authority, ensuring compliance with electrical codes and standards while collaborating with mechanical teams for integrated solutions.

Responsibilities include leading reviews, mentoring junior designers, and driving manufacturability and safety in electrical designs across EDE projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in equipment design or DFM-focused roles.
• Senior-level experience delivering production-ready OEM designs.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of electrical layouts and detailed production drawings for OEM equipment.
• Act as technical authority for electrical design within EDE projects.
• Ensure designs comply with CEC, NEC, UL, CSA, and internal standards.
• Coordinate with mechanical designers for integration and clash-free layouts.
• Lead design reviews and mentor junior designers.

Skills

Electrical design

DFM

Communication

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Technical/Associate Degree or Diploma

Tools

PTC Creo 9

Windchill PLM

SAP

Electrical codes knowledge

Job description

Join Silent-Aire — Powering the World’s Data Centers

Silent-Aire, a division of Johnson Controls, is a global leader in owner equipment manufacturing (OEM) dedicated to providing custom solutions for data center customers. Our product line includes large-scale equipment such as air handling units and modular data centers. We pride ourselves on innovation, quality, and delivering tailored solutions to meet our clients’ unique needs.

We currently operate manufacturing facilities in:

• Edmonton
• Sherwood Park
• Nisku

Key Responsibilities:

What you will do:

• Lead the development of complex electrical layouts and detailed production drawings for OEM equipment, including power distribution, control panels, enclosures, conduit routing, grounding, and cable management.
• Serve as a technical authority for electrical design execution within EDE projects.
• Ensure designs comply with CEC, NEC, UL, CSA, customer, and internal EDE electrical standards.
• Coordinate closely with mechanical designers and engineers to ensure proper integration, access, serviceability, and clash‑free layouts.
• Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Design for Safety, and electrical installation best practices into all designs.
• Lead and participate in design reviews, DXF overlays, and drawing quality checks prior to release.
• Support and mentor junior electrical designers, providing guidance on standards, methods, and best practices.
• Investigate and resolve manufacturing issues, NCRs, and field feedback related to electrical design.
• Contribute to the development, refinement, and adoption of EDE electrical design standards, templates, and best practices.
• Support engineering change requests (ECRs) and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Interface with Manufacturing, Quality, Sourcing, and Project Engineering to resolve build issues and improve design robustness.

Design Execution & Working Approach:

• Execute electrical designs using PTC Creo and EDE‑approved tools and workflows.
• Apply standardized electrical parts, installation methods, and documentation practices.
• Independently manage the electrical scope on projects with minimal supervision.
• Follow EDE processes for drawing release, document control, and revision management.
• Maintain clear, accurate, and well‑structured documentation to support production and service.
• Collaborate effectively in a multi‑discipline EDE environment.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, OR a Technical/Associate Degree or Diploma with equivalent experience.
• 2 + years of experience in equipment design, manufacturing engineering, or DFM‑focused roles.
• Senior‑level experience delivering production‑ready OEM equipment designs and drawings.
• Proficiency in PTC Creo 9, with working knowledge of Windchill PLM and SAP.
• Working knowledge of electrical codes and standards (CEC, NEC, UL, CSA).
• Demonstrated ability to independently solve complex technical problems and drive alignment across stakeholders.
• Experience supporting manufacturing builds, issue resolution, and design changes.
• Strong communication skills and ability to clearly document and defend technical decisions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in HVAC, data center equipment, enclosures, modular systems, or large‑scale industrial equipment.
• Familiarity with rate‑driven or high‑volume manufacturing environments.
• Exposure to power distribution, control panels, and industrial equipment wiring.
• Professional designation or eligibility is an asset.

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $75,000-$90,000 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

JCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected categories.

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.