Manufacturing Designer

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Nisku; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Drafter/Designer to design tooling and fixtures for the production floor. You will produce detailed drawings and specifications, collaborate with engineers and production staff, and contribute to manufacturability improvements.

Proficiency with Inventor/Creo and strong organizational skills are essential. The role involves creating BOMs, updating line layouts, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs and enhance quality

Qualifications

• College diploma or University degree in mechanical engineering design and drafting technology.
• 5 years of Inventor experience including standardized drafting practices.
• 5 years of experience supporting mechanical products and assemblies in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to develop accurate manufacturing specs in a timely manner.
• Ability to create preliminary designs or conceptualization of design.
• Ability to create freehand sketches / perspectives essential.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Interest in developing technical skills through both internal and external training.
• Exceptional organizational abilities with task prioritization, multi-tasking, use of timelines and time management techniques.
• High level of personal integrity
• Strong work ethic
• Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations

Responsibilities

• Develop and create detailed designs for manufacturing tools and fixtures, ensuring compliance with production requirements and industry standards.
• Generate precise and comprehensive technical drawings and specifications for tooling using Inventor/Creo software.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, production teams, and other stakeholders to identify design needs and gather feedback on functionality.
• Contribute to the prototyping process by working alongside manufacturing teams to test and refine tools prior to full-scale production.
• Evaluate existing tool designs for efficiency and effectiveness, proposing improvements to boost productivity and lower costs.
• Keep 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 the necessary components and materials.
• Assist in designing line layouts to enhance workflow and increase manufacturing efficiency.
• Engage in continuous improvement efforts by assessing tooling performance and recommending innovative design enhancements.
• Oversee multiple design projects concurrently, meeting timeline requirements while maintaining high-quality deliverables.

Skills

Manufacturing drafting

Communication skills

Planning & organization

Team collaboration

Conceptual design

Education

College diploma or University degree in mechanical engineering design and drafting technology

Tools

Inventor

Creo

Job description

Manufacturing Drafter/Designer (Silent-Aire)

What you will do

As a Manufacturing Designer, you will play a crucial role in the design and development of tooling used on the production floor to ensure efficient and effective manufacturing processes. You will create detailed drawings and specifications that guide the production team in building high-quality products. Collaborating closely with engineers and production staff, you'll contribute to optimizing processes for manufacturability and cost-effectiveness. Your expertise will help streamline operations and enhance overall product quality.

How will you do it

• Develop and create detailed designs for manufacturing tools and fixtures, ensuring compliance with production requirements and industry standards.

• Generate precise and comprehensive technical drawings and specifications for tooling using Inventor/Creo software.

• Collaborate closely with engineers, production teams, and other stakeholders to identify design needs and gather feedback on functionality.

• Contribute to the prototyping process by working alongside manufacturing teams to test and refine tools prior to full-scale production.

• Evaluate existing tool designs for efficiency and effectiveness, proposing improvements to boost productivity and lower costs.

• Keep 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 the necessary components and materials.

• Assist in designing line layouts to enhance workflow and increase manufacturing efficiency.

• Engage in continuous improvement efforts by assessing tooling performance and recommending innovative design enhancements.

• Oversee multiple design projects concurrently, meeting timeline requirements while maintaining high-quality deliverables.

What we look for

Required:

• College diploma or University degree in mechanical engineering design and drafting technology, or a related field.
• 5 years of Inventor experience including standardized drafting practices
• 5 years of experience supporting mechanical products and assemblies in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to develop accurate manufacturing specs in a timely manner.
• Ability to create preliminary designs or conceptualization of design.
• Ability to create freehand sketches / perspectives essential.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Interest in developing technical skills through both internal and external training.
• Exceptional organizational abilities with task prioritization, multi-tasking, use of timelines and time management techniques
• High level of personal integrity
• Strong work ethic
• Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations

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