Johnson Controls

Electrical 3D Designer

Johnson Controls$75K — $90K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience through a Technical/Associate Degree or Diploma.
  • 2+ years in equipment design, manufacturing engineering, or DFM-focused roles.
  • Senior-level experience in producing OEM equipment designs.
  • Proficient in PTC Creo 9, with knowledge of Windchill PLM and SAP.
  • Familiar with electrical codes and standards (CEC, NEC, UL, CSA).
  • Ability to solve complex technical issues independently and align stakeholders effectively.
  • Experience in supporting manufacturing processes and resolving design-related issues.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the creation of detailed electrical layouts and drawings for OEM equipment.
  • Act as the technical authority for electrical design in EDE projects.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant electrical standards and guidelines.
  • Coordinate with mechanical teams for effective design integration and layout optimization.
  • Implement best practices in Design for Manufacturability and safety in all designs.
  • Participate in design reviews and quality checks before drawings are released.
  • Mentor junior designers, sharing knowledge on standards and best practices.

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package including health and wellness programs.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Mentorship from experienced professionals in a collaborative team environment.
Full Job Description

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 clashfree 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 EDEapproved 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 wellstructured documentation to support production and service.

  • Collaborate effectively in a multidiscipline EDE environment.

What we are looking for:

  • Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering, OR a Technical/Associate Degree or Diploma with equivalent experience.

  • 2 + years of experience in equipment design, manufacturing engineering, or DFMfocused roles.

  • Seniorlevel experience delivering productionready 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 largescale industrial equipment.

  • Familiarity with ratedriven or highvolume 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

About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls International plc is a multinational conglomerate headquartered in Cork, Ireland that produces automotive parts such as batteries and electronics and HVAC equipment for buildings. It employs 105,000 people in around 2,000 locations across six continents. As of 2019, it was listed as 389th in the Fortune Global 500; in 2020, it became ineligible for the list. Johnson Controls was founded in 1885 by Warren S. Johnson, a professor at the State Normal School in Whitewater, Wisconsin. Originally called the Johnson Electric Service Company, it focused on automatic temperature regulation. In 1974, the company changed its name to Johnson Controls.
Learn more about Johnson Controls
Size
101,000 employees
Market Cap
$44.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$923 million
Founded
1885
5 Year Trend
+2.1%
Revenue
$22 billion
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