Product Design Engineer

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Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. 

We boldly go.

Where is the work:

What's in it for you:

As a Product Design Engineer at Trane Technologies, you will be a key member of a high performing team of product development engineers and designers for the Commercial Unitary Water Source Heat Pump (WSHP) Products. In this role, you will be responsible for designing the equipment and systems that meet our customers’ requirements.  You will contribute to and lead engineering teams, develop concepts for new & improved commercial HVAC products, and solve complex technical problems leading to production of sustainable new products. This role works closely with other departments in engineering, manufacturing, marketing, service, and sourcing to create integrated and optimized designs and support ongoing business activities. In this role, you will also have opportunities to learn from some of the industry’s best people, while having opportunities to develop leadership skills by running projects that support the business.

What you will do:

• Develop HVAC refrigeration and airflow systems to meet performance, regulatory, quality, and cost requirements.

• Review and understand the technical feasibility of product and internal requirements. Design and select robust and cost-effective components and develop engineering specifications.

• Understand and apply applicable regulatory codes such as UL.

• Complete system integration tasks including:  engineering design, engineering specifications, support creation of layouts, and design reviews.

• Develop laboratory test plans and analyze test data to ensure product performance and quality.

• Support the creation of the documentation package to ensure documentation reflects the design intent and that all required documents are completed on time and to the satisfaction of the internal customers.

• Demonstrate that all knowledge gaps, Failures (FRACAS) and Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) items are resolved to minimize potential for quality escapes.

• Provide guidance and leadership to designers, lab technicians, and other team members.

• Manage project schedules and teams for assigned projects.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in an Engineering discipline.

• 3-5 years' experience leading technical aspects of product design projects, validation testing, and root cause analysis.

• Deliver and lead technical designs to meet project and product requirements.

• Familiarity with HVAC system functions including refrigeration, heat transfer, airflow, and ventilation preferred.

• Good understanding of the application of computer simulation tools and theory to HVAC system design preferred. 

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

Compensation Type:

Incentive Eligible:

Sales Commission Eligible:

Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience,  travel requirements, and union designation.   Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country.  Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
• Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer:  Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.

Safety Sensitive Role:

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.