Mechanical Design Specialist - European Chiller Systems

Johnson Controls; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Dublin, Ireland, seeks a Mechanical Design Specialist for the European Chiller Engineering Team. You will create and maintain 3D Creo models and documentation for industrial chiller products, ensuring compliance with European standards and manufacturing constraints.

You will collaborate with manufacturing, sourcing, and suppliers across Europe, apply DFMs, manage drawings and BOMs, and mentor junior designers while guiding projects from concept to production.

Qualifications

• Technical Diploma, Associate Degree, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in a mechanical design role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency in Creo (3D CAD design and drafting).
• Experience working with PDM systems and engineering change processes.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including sheet metal fabrication, piping systems, assembly methods, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
• Experience creating detailed engineering drawings and BOMs.
• Ability to interpret and apply engineering standards, technical specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of mechanical design activities for assigned projects from concept through production release.
• Create and maintain detailed 3D models and assemblies in Creo, ensuring compliance with European regulations, engineering standards, and product requirements.
• Develop manufacturable designs that align with production capabilities and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles.
• Design and position major chiller components, including piping systems, structural elements, sheet metal assemblies, and mechanical subsystems.
• Collaborate with manufacturing plants in Izmir and Nantes to understand production requirements and constraints, including pipe routing, bend radii, sheet metal fabrication requirements, assembly methods, and manufacturing capabilities.
• Ensure all designs are accurately managed and controlled within the PDM system, following company document control and revision processes.
• Work closely with engineering, operations, procurement, and suppliers to understand available technologies, components, and materials and incorporate them into product designs.
• Research and resolve technical issues involving engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and production teams.
• Review and apply engineering standards, manufacturing specifications, and regulatory requirements throughout the design process.
• Support development of drawings, Bills of Material (BOMs), and product documentation.
• Identify design risks proactively and implement solutions to support successful project execution.
• Effectively communicate design intent and technical solutions across multiple functions and international teams.
• Mentor and support junior designers and drafters by sharing technical expertise and design best practices.
• Assist engineering teams with component selection, airflow considerations, heat transfer requirements, weight distribution, and electromechanical system integration.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Team collaboration

Design for Manufacturing (DFM)

Education

Technical Diploma or Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

PDM systems

Job description

Johnson Controls in Dublin, Ireland, seeks a Mechanical Design Specialist for the European Chiller Engineering Team. You will create and maintain 3D Creo models and documentation for industrial chiller products, ensuring compliance with European standards and manufacturing constraints.

You will collaborate with manufacturing, sourcing, and suppliers across Europe, apply DFMs, manage drawings and BOMs, and mentor junior designers while guiding projects from concept to production.