Advance Quality Engineer

CFO Trane U.S. Inc.-CFO; Tyler (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies in Texas is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to lead cross-functional quality improvement initiatives across residential operations and suppliers. You will apply data analytics and structured problem-solving to reduce defects and drive permanent corrective actions across new product launches.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, 5+ years in quality/reliability in high-volume manufacturing, and travel up to 30% across the Americas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in Quality, Reliability, or Product Development in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Proven success leading cross-functional quality improvement and cost reduction projects.
• Experience with stage-gate product development and manufacturing readiness processes (PDP, NPD, MRT, PPAP).
• Strong knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC, GD&T, and root-cause methodologies.
• Ability to travel up to 30% across the Americas.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional quality improvement initiatives to reduce defects, scrap, COPQ, and warranty exposure across residential operations and suppliers.
• Use data analytics, field feedback, and structured problem‑solving methods to identify issues and drive permanent corrective actions.
• Partner with NPD teams to embed Design for Quality and support manufacturing readiness for new product launches.
• Define and flow down critical quality requirements, including CTQs, KPCs, and GD&T, to plants and suppliers.
• Drive process validation activities such as PFMEA, MSA, Control Plans, Safe Launch, and Run‑at‑Rate to ensure manufacturing readiness and stable production.
• Coach and mentor quality engineers and cross-functional teams on quality tools, standard work, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Quality engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Root-cause analysis

Travel up to 30%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field

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® and Thermo 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.

What You Will Do

• Lead cross-functional quality improvement initiatives to reduce defects, scrap, COPQ, and warranty exposure across residential operations and suppliers.
• Use data analytics, field feedback, and structured problem‑solving methods to identify issues and drive permanent corrective actions.
• Partner with NPD teams to embed Design for Quality and support manufacturing readiness for new product launches.
• Define and flow down critical quality requirements, including CTQs, KPCs, and GD&T, to plants and suppliers.
• Drive process validation activities such as PFMEA, MSA, Control Plans, Safe Launch, and Run‑at‑Rate to ensure manufacturing readiness and stable production.
• Coach and mentor quality engineers and cross-functional teams on quality tools, standard work, and continuous improvement.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in Quality, Reliability, or Product Development in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Proven success leading cross-functional quality improvement and cost reduction projects.
• Experience with stage‑gate product development and manufacturing readiness processes such as PDP, NPD, MRT, and PPAP.
• Strong knowledge of PFMEA, Control Plans, MSA, SPC, GD&T, and root‑cause methodologies.
• Ability to travel up to 30% across the Americas.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and the ability to turn quality data into business action.
• Strong collaboration and influence across cross‑functional teams.
• Deep technical understanding of product and manufacturing quality.
• Proactive, results‑driven approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$89,585.00 - $143,700.00 Compensation Type: Salary Incentive Eligible: No Sales Commission Eligible: No 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.

Benefits

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. Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave. 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support. Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role

No 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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

Inclusion and Reasonable Accommodations

To request an accommodation, please contact us at: [e-mail]

At Trane Technologies, we’re climate innovators with the courage to look at our world’s challenges and see endless opportunities. We aren’t afraid to make bold commitments that set new standards to enhance the health and well-being of our employees, customers, communities, and the planet we share. Learn more about what we do & how we do it. Joining the Trane Technologies team is more than just a job – it’s the beginning of a career full of purpose, impact, and meaningful contributions that challenge what’s possible for a more sustainable future. Together, we know we can change the world. With an inclusive culture, benefits to support you and your family, limitless opportunities to grow, flexibility to help you balance life’s demands, and more – you’ll be supported to thrive at work and at home. Learn more about building a career with us.