Manufacturing Engineer - Welding

Johnson Controls; Nisku; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Retirement savings

Extended health care

Dental and vision

Paid holidays

Sick time

Collaborative team environment

Zero Harm safety policy

Job summary

Johnson Controls, in partnership with Silent-Aire, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design plant layouts, develop SOPs, and drive safe, efficient production. You will lead welding and assembly initiatives, mentor coordinators, and coordinate with planning and QA to ensure compliant, high-quality manufacturing in a fast-paced environment.

Based in Alberta, you will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, support safety programs, and collaborate across engineering and production to

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering.
• 6+ years in an engineering role with design and/or construction responsibilities.
• Knowledge of Canadian engineering standards and relevant codes.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-engineering stakeholders.
• Willingness to work in a shop environment with adherence to safety protocol.

Responsibilities

• Design product assembly lines in collaboration with production, engineering, and quality teams.
• Prepare production setups including BOMs, fabrication parts, consumables, task lists, and subassemblies.
• Ensure compliance with Alberta and Canadian Occupational Health and Safety guidelines.
• Lead safety and process improvement initiatives with cross-functional teams.
• Mentor production coordinators and oversee assembly line layouts and process improvements.
• Oversee Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and welding-related activities as needed.
• Coordinate with planning teams for time trials and production scheduling.
• Support welding process development and tooling input for quality improvements.
• Collaborate with CI teams on product research, design calculations, and ROI analysis.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Engineering principles

Verbal skills

Presentation skills

Technical communication

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Project management

Time management

Independent judgment

Shop environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

P.Eng. from APEGA or eligibility to apply

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer (Silent-Aire)

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team!

As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine building performance to serve people, places, and the planet. Join a winning team that empowers you to build your best future! Our teams support a wide range of industries worldwide, offering meaningful work and learning opportunities. We prioritize our employees’ physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Become part of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in a culture where your voice and ideas are valued

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits including retirement savings, extended health care, dental, and vision
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy

Who We Are

Founded in 1994, Silent-Aire designs, engineers, and manufacture’s hyperscale cooling and modular data center solutions. With over 3,000 employees and 13 manufacturing facilities across North America and Europe, Silent-Aire has been part of Johnson Controls’ Data Center Solutions group since May 2021.

Learn more: silent-aire.com

What You Do

Support manufacturing projects by designing plant layouts, developing task lists, and creating standard operating procedures (SOPs). Collaborate with engineering and other departments to ensure seamless execution and integration of manufacturing processes. Lead the development of assembly and plant layout designs while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and productivity.

How You Will Do It

• Design product assembly lines in collaboration with production, engineering, and quality teams
• Prepare production setups including BOMs, fabrication parts, consumables, task lists, and subassemblies
• Ensure compliance with Alberta and Canadian Occupational Health and Safety guidelines
• Participate in Joint Health and Safety Advisory (JHSA) meetings and incident investigations
• Collaborate with safety and structural engineering teams to design safety restraint systems
• Act as liaison between engineering and production, ensuring effective communication and knowledge transfer
• Lead construction kick-off planning, including safety, scheduling, and drawing distribution
• Mentor production coordinators and oversee assembly line layouts and process improvements
• Oversee and approve Engineering Change Requests (ECRs)
• Support welding-related manufacturing activities including weld process development, fixture and tooling input, troubleshooting, welding quality improvement, and coordination with Quality Control to meet applicable project, code, and customer requirements
• Apply working knowledge of Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) requirements, welding procedures, welder qualifications, inspection expectations, and documentation needed to support compliant shop operations
• Work with Quality Control (QC) to implement standard work procedures and resolve CARs
• Partner with Continuous Improvement (CI) teams on product research, design calculations, and ROI analysis
• Serve as project engineer for major initiatives including Factory Witness Tests and prototype testing
• Manage procurement, pricing, and documentation accuracy during production
• Coordinate with planning teams for time trials and production scheduling
• Ensure compliance with RFPs, engineering specs, and contracting procedures
• Support staff training and competency development with line supervisors
• Analyze data and recommend solutions to improve performance
• Monitor project progress and adjust resource allocation as needed
• Review QC reports and assist in resolving field construction issues
• Provide technical oversight through coordination meetings and documentation
• Communicate effectively across all levels via phone, email, and in-person
• Perform other duties as required

Required

What We Look For

• 6+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering
• 6+ years in an engineering role with design and/or construction responsibilities
• Strong understanding of engineering principles
• Excellent verbal and presentation skills
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-engineering stakeholders
• Knowledge of Canadian engineering standards and relevant codes
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience supporting welding engineering and manufacturing requirements, including weld process development, procedure review, quality assurance, defect resolution, and shop-floor implementation
• Working knowledge of CWB requirements, weld procedure specifications, procedure qualification records, welder qualification records, inspection requirements, and welding documentation control
• Proficiency in mathematical methods for engineering applications
• Ability to develop alternative solutions to complex problems
• Strong time and project management skills
• Independent judgment and decision-making ability
• Understanding of company policies and procedures
• Cost management experience
• Willingness to work in a shop environment with adherence to safety protocol

Preferred

• Professional Engineering License (P.Eng.) from APEGA or eligibility to apply
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities