Associate Engineering Manager – Engineering Design

Trane Italia; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 3,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing program

Learning & development

ERGs

Volunteer time off

Helping Hands Fund

Job summary

Trane Italia is seeking an Associate Engineering Manager – Engineering Design based in Bengaluru. You will lead a high-performing mechanical design team, shaping product development from concept through manufacturing, and work with cross-functional teams globally.

You bring 13+ years in mechanical design, 5+ years in leadership, deep CAD (Creo/SolidWorks) and Teamcenter PLM, and strong knowledge of NPD, VAVE, DfX, MBD/PMI.

Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering degree or equivalent.
• 13+ years in mechanical engineering with 5+ years in people management.
• Hands-on design leadership in NPD and VAVE initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of mechanical design engineers.
• Steer delivery of engineering projects with quality, cost, and schedule targets.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain and Operations to integrate design into product lifecycle.
• Advance engineering capabilities through CAD/PLM practices and new technologies.
• Contribute to the strategic roadmap for engineering design.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical design

NPD

VAVE

DfX

3D CAD (Creo/SolidWorks)

Teamcenter PLM

HVAC domain experience

MBD/PMI

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

Teamcenter

Job description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane®andThermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world’s challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world.

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

We boldly go.

Where is the work:

Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.

Associate Engineering Manager – Engineering Design

At Trane Technologies™ and through our businesses including Trane®andThermo 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.

What’s in it for you:

Trane is excited to announce an incredible opportunity for a talented professional to join our team as an Associate Engineering Manager - Engineering Design. In this pivotal role, you will facilitate the design and manufacturing of our current & next line of exciting products. As a Associate Engineering Manager – Engineering Design, you will collaborate closely with the design & cross-functional teams globally to build industry-relevant products that meet required specifications for our global customers. The projects could be in the areas of Productivity, New product development, Quality and reliability, Agile, New technology platform and others.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Inclusive Wellbeing Program, with resources to support your and your family’s physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive learning and development solutions, designed to support our people in connecting and growing,including Higher education/Certification reimbursement.

• Sense of belonging & community through our Employee Resource Groups that foster our culture of inclusion.

• Volunteerism: 8 hours of paid time off per calendar year to volunteer with non-profit charitable organizations.

• The Trane Technologies Helping Hands Fund to support employees facing financial challenges due to unforeseen personal hardship.

Where is the work:

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule (4 or more days onsite per week) based out of Bangalore.

What you will do:

• Lead & Develop a High-Performing Team: You will inspire, mentor, and lead a talented team of mechanical design engineers. Your primary focus will be on fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative environment where team members can thrive. You will manage the full talent lifecycle, including setting clear objectives, conducting performance reviews, and creating robust development and growth plans for every engineer.
• Drive Project Execution & Excellence: You will be accountable for the team’s successful delivery of engineering projects, ensuring they meet critical milestones for quality, on-time delivery, and cost. This includes leading rigorous design reviews, providing expert technical guidance, and ensuring all deliverables are of the highest quality and ready for manufacturing.
• Champion Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a key technical partner to other departments. You will collaborate closely with leaders in Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations to resolve technical challenges, streamline processes, and ensure seamless integration throughout the product lifecycle.
• Advance Engineering Capabilities: You will stay at the forefront of engineering tools and methodologies, driving the adoption of best practices within your team. This includes championing process improvements, overseeing the use of CAD and PLM systems, and identifying opportunities to leverage new technologies to boost productivity and innovation.
• Contribute to Strategic Vision: You will play a key role in shaping the future of our engineering function. By managing resources, aligning team priorities with business goals, and contributing to the technology roadmap, you will help ensure our design capabilities remain best-in-class.

What you will bring:

• Leadership & Experience: A mechanical engineering background with 13+ years of progressive industry experience, including at least 5 years in a direct people management role.

Core Engineering Design: Extensive hands‑on experience in mechanical design, with demonstrated success in New Product Development (NPD), VAVE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering), and design automation. You should have a strong command ofDesign for X (DfX)principles, including Design for Manufacturing, Quality, Circularity, and Cost.

Technical Proficiency: Deep expertise in leading 3D CAD software (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks) and a strong command of PLM processes and tools (particularly Teamcenter). Your experience must include demonstrated proficiency in core HVAC or similar mechanical domains, including structural design, refrigeration system components, sheet metal fabrication, and complex piping and tubing layouts.

• Advanced Methodologies: A solid understanding of integrating advanced capabilities into the design process, such as Model‑Based Definition (MBD) and Product Manufacturing Information (PMI), to automate workflows and reduce rework.
• Innovative Mindset: A passion for staying current with emerging technology trends, including AI-driven generative design, design for additive manufacturing, AR collaboration, and IoT-driven design.
• Strategic Contribution: The ability to help shape the future of engineering design by experimenting with new technologies and contributing to the strategic roadmap.
• Exceptional Communication: Superb written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to articulate complex technical ideas clearly and effectively.

Career Break:

We have a Relaunch Program for professionals looking to restart their careers after a break. If you come with a career break of at least 12 months and match the work experience requirements mentioned, you are welcome to apply.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

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, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

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.