Apply now

Posted 23 days ago

Manufacturing Designer

@ Silent-Aire Limited Partnership

Nisku, Alberta

Full-time5+ years experience
Apply now
SIGNALS

Overview

Silent-Aire Limited Partnership is hiring a full-time Manufacturing Designer to design production-floor tooling and fixtures and produce the drawings and specifications that guide manufacturing. The role centres on Inventor/Creo drafting, prototyping and optimizing processes, with an on-site work arrangement.

Responsibilities:

  • Design manufacturing tools and fixtures to production requirements
  • Create technical drawings and specifications in Inventor/Creo
  • Collaborate with engineers and production teams
  • Prototype and refine tools before full-scale production
  • Create or update bills of materials and assist with line layouts

Requirements summary:

  • College diploma or university degree in mechanical design or drafting
  • 5 years of Inventor experience with standardized drafting practices
  • 5 years supporting mechanical products and assemblies
  • Ability to create preliminary designs and freehand sketches
  • Excellent planning, organizational and communication skills

Tools & skills

Source and dates

Employer career site / ATS feed · workday

Employer posting date
2026-10-15
First seen by our source
2026-10-16
Source record updated
2026-11-06

These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.

Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentEngineering
Experience5+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOffice, Plant or factory
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
EducationCollege diploma (required), Bachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studymechanical engineering design, drafting technology

Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.

Silent-Aire Limited Partnership

FieldValue
Open jobs on Jobsy119
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

#LI-Onsite

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.

Similar jobs

  • Manufacturing designer

    Nisku, AB

    Johnson Controls

    5+ YOECandidates need a college diploma or university degree in mechanical engineering design, drafting technology or a related field, plus 5 years of Inventor experience and 5 years supporting mechanical products in a fast-paced setting. Strong sketching, planning and communication skills are also required.

    Manufacturing processes, Regulatory compliance, Technical drawings, PTC Creo, Documentation, Workflow

    Qc electrical inspector

    Nisku, AB

    Johnson Controls

    Silent-Aire needs candidates with a sharp eye for defects, strong communication and time management, and the ability to lift over 40 pounds. Reading a tape measure and simple fractions are required, and blueprint reading is an asset.

    tape measure

    Plant quality manager

    Nisku, AB

    Johnson Controls

    10+ YOE5+ MgmtJohnson Controls needs candidates with 10+ years in manufacturing or quality, at least 5 years of quality leadership, and experience with APQP, PPAP, NPI, ISO 9001 and customer audits. A degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience, is required, and certifications such as ASQ CMQ/OE, CQE or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt are preferred.

    Power BI, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Minitab, ERP systems

    Plumbing apprentice 1st

    Nisku, AB

    Johnson Controls

    Candidates need registration as a Plumbing Apprentice in Alberta and enrolment in a recognized trade school. They should be able to braze, solder and work with PVC, handle hand and power tools, and work independently and as part of a team.

    hand tools, power tools

    Assembler

    Nisku, AB

    Johnson Controls

    Candidates need to speak and understand English well, lift and move over 40 pounds consistently, and read tape measures and simple fractional math. Blueprint reading is an asset, and a critical eye for defects and safe lifting knowledge are needed.

    hand tools, power tools, wrenches, drills, grinders, forklift

    Production supervisor

    Nisku, AB

    Johnson Controls

    5+ YOEJohnson Controls needs candidates with an Associate's degree and five years of manufacturing experience, or eight to ten years of related experience with formal certification. Strong communication skills and normal mechanical and analytical ability are required.

    Machine operator i (various locations)

    Nisku, AB

    Johnson Controls

    Candidates need high school completion and good English to communicate with the team and supervisors. Experience with safe manufacturing practices, blueprint reading and machining equipment is an asset, and an apprenticeship or further training is preferred.

    Brake, Shear, Saw, Punch, Forklift, Overhead crane

  • Payroll & Benefits Specialist

    Nisku, AB
    $65k–$70k/yr

    Robert Half

    Candidates need experience supporting payroll and benefits administration in a multi-employee setting, plus working knowledge of full-cycle payroll. Hands-on benefits administration and proficiency with Ceridian or similar payroll systems are required.

    Ceridian

Locations & environments

Locations

All of CanadaRemote · Hybrid · On-site · Field

Pro tip: add remote jobs to widen your search.

Exclude locations

Workplace type

Company jobs in these results

These are this company’s jobs loaded in your current search. The company may have more openings.