About Silent-Aire
Silent-Aire, a Johnson Controls company, is a global leader in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of mission-critical modular infrastructure for data centers and other advanced technology facilities. We specialize in custom HVAC systems, data center cooling solutions, power enclosures, electrical skids, and integrated modular solutions that support some of the world's largest technology companies.
With manufacturing facilities across North America and Europe and a reputation for engineering innovation, Silent-Aire provides employees the opportunity to work on complex, large-scale projects that are shaping the future of digital infrastructure. Backed by the global resources and stability of Johnson Controls, Silent-Aire combines the agility of a specialized engineering organization with the strength of a global industry leader in building technology and energy solutions.
What You Will Do
The Equipment Designer is responsible for creating, modifying, and maintaining detailed 3D models, assemblies, fabrication drawings, and engineering documentation for custom HVAC equipment, modular systems, and mission-critical infrastructure solutions. Working closely with Design Engineers, Project Managers, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations and other cross-functional teams, this role transforms engineering concepts, customer requirements, and product specifications into accurate, manufacturable designs that support successful project execution.
The Mechanical Designer develops and manages Bills of Materials (BOMs), component layouts, assembly drawings, and production documentation while ensuring compliance with company standards, engineering requirements, applicable codes, and manufacturing best practices.
In this role, you will support the full design lifecycle by implementing design revisions, resolving technical drawing discrepancies, and maintaining configuration control within engineering systems such as Autodesk Inventor and Vault. You will collaborate with manufacturing and operations teams to improve manufacturability, address production challenges, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, performance, and cost effectiveness. Through active participation in design reviews and engineering projects, you will contribute to the development of innovative cooling and modular infrastructure solutions that support some of the world's largest data center and technology customers.
Key Responsibilities
Create and maintain detailed 3D models, fabrication drawings, assemblies, and engineering documentation for custom HVAC equipment and modular infrastructure solutions.
Translate engineering concepts, specifications, and customer requirements into accurate, manufacturable designs.
Collaborate with Design Engineers, Project Engineers, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams to support project execution and ensure design intent is achieved.
Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), assembly drawings, and support technical documentation.
Ensure drawing accuracy, revision control, and compliance with company / industry standards, and engineering procedures.
Perform basic design validation activities, including tolerance reviews, fit-up checks, and manufacturability assessments.
Host design reviews, implement design changes, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Provide engineering support for manufacturing, prototype builds, testing, and resolution of design-related issues.
Required Qualifications
Associate degree, diploma, or technical certification in Mechanical Design, Drafting Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
6+ years of experience supporting mechanical equipment, assemblies, or engineered products in a manufacturing environment.
Understanding of sheet metal design, fabrication processes, manufacturing methods, and material selection.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across engineering, manufacturing, and operation teams.
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Skills Required
- Associate degree, diploma, or technical certification in Mechanical Design, Drafting Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related field
- 6+ years of experience supporting mechanical equipment, assemblies, or engineered products in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with Autodesk Inventor and Vault (engineering systems / CAD and PDM)
- Understanding of sheet metal design, fabrication processes, manufacturing methods, and material selection
- Experience developing and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs), assembly drawings, and production documentation
- Ability to perform tolerance reviews, fit-up checks, and manufacturability assessments
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication and collaboration skills to work across engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of the package through employer 401(k) matching, repeatedly framed as a strong pillar of the overall rewards mix. The matching contribution is described with specific match levels in multiple places, reinforcing perceived value for long-term saving.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is presented as comparatively robust, with multiple paid holiday categories, vacation time, and sick time described as generous or “amazing” in places. Paid time off breadth appears to be a consistent contributor to total rewards attractiveness beyond base pay.
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Flexible Benefits — Benefits are described as broad and customizable, spanning standard medical/dental/vision plus optional add-ons like pet insurance, identity protection, and legal support. Tuition reimbursement is repeatedly highlighted as a high-value option supporting professional development.
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What We Do
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