HVAC Systems Development Engineer

At Trane TechnologiesTM and through our businesses including Trane and Thermo King , we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

This HVAC Systems Development Engineer performs the engineering and analysis required to design and commercialize HVAC systems. This includes both the development of new systems and specifying key equipment and control capabilities for industry leading reliability and performance. This position requires expertise in chilled and hot water heating system design and control. Common activities will include concept design, system analysis including modeling, evaluation of available equipment and controls for system applications, piping schematics, mode tables and creation of commercial documentation and tools for system market introduction. This position requires engineering analysis, design documentation and some project management activity. Serving and supporting field sales offices and participation in key industry associations is a part of this role.

Core Job Responsibilities (others may be added):

??? Build deep knowledge and understanding of HVAC equipment operation and limitations and apply this knowledge with a critical eye to system design, analysis, control and operation.
??? Develop HVAC systems using Trane equipment and controls including project scoping, concept development, engineering analysis, creation of commercialization content and tools, and system validation.
??? Plan, conduct, and coordinates engineering assignments, typically involving major system development projects consistent with the company gate review process.
??? Evaluate complex, special, and advanced engineering tasks working independently as an expert with minimal supervision.
??? Serve as subject matter expert on capabilities to improve existing systems and processes.
??? Collaborate with and influence product teams to achieve common objectives
??? May provide periodic routine to intensive technical guidance to less experienced professionals or technicians assigned to working on large projects.
??? Provide subject matter expertise in chilled and hot water heating system design for building and process cooling and heating while maintaining broad HVAC systems and product knowledge.
??? Analyze system issues using appropriate modeling tools and techniques. Where needed, collaborate with modeling and simulation specialists to developing new tools.
??? Develop and document HVAC system level modes, sequence of operations, and other system level control requirements.
??? Perform field validation through digital and jobsite fulfillment and analysis activity.
??? Provide key technical support in pursuit of Trane business, including participation on strategic job acquisition teams.
??? Develop and deliver technical presentations for customers and industry association events.
??? Serve on industry association committees such as ASHRAE in the development of codes and standards.
??? Overnight travel 5 - 15% depending on assigned projects, some international.

Minimum Qualifications:

??? Bachelor s Degree in Engineering and at least 10 years of engineering work experience is required.
??? A Professional Engineering license is beneficial but is not required.

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

??? Strong thermal/fluid energy and/or controls background is a plus.
??? HVAC engineering background in chilled and heating water systems.
??? Knowledge of plumbing products, codes, components, and systems with a strength in commercial domestic hot water heating systems is a plus.
??? Strong technical skills with a natural curiosity and enthusiasm to learn and develop new skills.
??? Technically creative yet grounded in real world feasibility.
??? Able to perform thorough and objective analysis.
??? Able to collaborate with and influence others
??? Self-motivated and disciplined.
??? Works well as a team member including groups around the globe.
??? Willing and able to transfer knowledge to other groups.
??? Good stand-up skills in front of customers and the field sales force.
??? Polished and professional, particularly with customers and in professional societies.
??? Good writer and oral communicator that can effectively identify key ideas and develop organized content to share those ideas.
??? Able to effectively use Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Base Salary Range is $83,000 to $174,000 annually. Total compensation for this role will also include an Incentive/Bonus plan. Disclaimer : This base salary range is based on US national averages. Actual pay will be a result of seniority/experience level, merit and geographic location where the actual work is performed.

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.