Application Engineer II

CFO Trane U.S. Inc.-CFO; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 92,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Fertility coverage & adoption support

401K match up to 6%

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Student debt support

Job summary

Trane Technologies in Denver, CO is seeking an Application Engineer II to optimize HVAC equipment configurations, review plans, and support sales with submittals through project completion. You will analyze costs, validate scope, and help ensure on-time, high-quality delivery for diverse projects.

The role requires an engineering degree with HVAC experience, willingness to work flexible hours, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Two+ years in HVAC project management or estimating roles.
• Familiarity with HVAC systems preferred.
• Flexibility to work outside normal hours.

Responsibilities

• Optimize/validate HVAC equipment configurations (size, voltage, options) from plans/specs.
• Evaluate cost savings and potential problems across projects.
• Review transition documents and quantities to validate scope and costs.
• Support sales with submittals and coordinate cost discussions.
• Negotiate prices with vendors to optimize expenses.

Skills

HVAC experience

Project management

Estimating

Driver's license

Education

Engineering degree (electrical/ mechanical)

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. Trane in Denver, CO is hiring for Application Engineer II.

What you will do:

• Responsible for the optimization/validation of the equipment to include selection of size, configuration, voltage, options, etc. of the HVAC equipment by reviewing the plans, specifications, original estimate and proposal.
• Responsible for evaluating possible cost savings and/or cost problems that will occur on various projects.
• Validates project scope by reviewing transition documents, plans and specs; listing possible cost savings and problems; planning EQ/ VPP dollar breaks; and validating quantities and configurations.
• Supports sales and develops preliminary submittals and/or final submittals as required, as well as hold job cost consensus meeting and submittal release and makes any necessary changes.
• Maintains competitive advantage and stays abreast of industry trends, as well as optimizes expenses by negotiating prices with vendors for materials.
• Responsible for preparing the correct equipment for order entry, verifying equipment pricing and revising coordination worksheet, as well as reconcile job costs.
• Provides technical support after an order is closed, for equipment installation process and functions required for execution and customer satisfaction, including new equipment, start-up and warranty service, and controls equipment.

What you will bring:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Construction or Engineering Technology, OR other related areas with minimum two (2) years of experience in the HVAC industry performing project management or estimating roles; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience; or minimum of five (5) years of experience in the HVAC industry performing project management or estimating roles; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Familiarity with HVAC Systems and/or Temperature Controls preferred.
• Flexibility to work outside normal work hours, as required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations included, but not limited to:DUI, Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless/Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$91,516.66 - $128,379.99

Compensation Type and Incentives:

Salary Incentive Eligible: Yes
Sales Commission Eligible: No

Benefits:

• 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.
• Safety Sensitive Role: No

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.

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.

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.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to our candidates and employees who may need assistance with application or recruitment processes due to disability or impairment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at: [e-mail]