Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Title:

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location:

Phoenix Area

Company:
Silent-Aire, a Johnson Controls Company

Time Type:
Full-time permanent

Senior Mechanical Engineer with expertise in data center liquid cooling to lead mechanical systems design and serve as technical project manager. Responsibilities include directing client conversations, overseeing pricing, design development, code reviews, specification compliance, equipment certification and testing, and guiding construction documentation, manufacturing support, commissioning, and warranty activities.

• Leadership and Development

  Lead and mentor a team of design professionals, foster collaboration, support career growth, and promote a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.

• Technical Design

  Provide mechanical design support for custom air handling equipment and computer room air handling units; design liquid cooling systems, including single‑phase and two‑phase systems, cooling distribution units, and emerging market solutions.

• Project Execution

  Take a leading role in project execution, including estimating, business development, sales support, production improvements, marketing, and mentorship of Engineers in Training.

• Product Optimization

  Lead testing activities to evaluate and validate HVAC design solutions; identify best practices, implement innovative design solutions, and drive continuous improvement.

• Documentation

  Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation: design submittals, reports, drawings, and Engineering Change Requests; develop standard operating procedures and VAVE initiatives.

• Collaboration

  Work closely with cross‑functional teams—manufacturing, quality assurance, and supply chain—to identify opportunities for cost reduction and performance enhancement, ensuring compliance with local, national, and international standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSc. Eng.,
  
  B.Eng.)
• Professional Engineering (PE / P.Eng.) designation
• Minimum of 6 years of mechanical engineering experience
• Minimum 4 years of HVAC and refrigeration experience within the data center industry
• Experience with both single-phase and two-phase cooling systems
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams
• Practical experience in risk management, product design, testing, estimating, and project management
• Ability to integrate new technologies and communicate across multiple disciplines
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
• Preferred:
  Understanding of Electrical, Structural, and Controls engineering
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Creo, Revit, and ANSYS
• Minimum 5 years of project management or coordination experience
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to data center equipment

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law.