Controls Mechanical Designer

Trane Technologies; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 63,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Trane Technologies seeks an engineer with strong CAD and drafting skills to design HVAC components and assemblies using Creo. You will generate documentation, collaborate across electrical, PCB, and mechanical teams, and support PLM processes to ensure accurate design intent.

The role requires proficiency in Creo and experience with CAD tooling like SolidWorks or Inventor, plus familiarity with PLM systems. You will work on multiple projects while following safety policies.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Design or related field, or 4+ years of CAD experience in lieu of degree.
• Proficiency with Creo preferred; experience with SolidWorks, Inventor, or Pro/Engineer is beneficial.
• Experience with PLM systems such as Windchill and/or TeamCenter is a plus.
• Experience with schematic capture tools (e.g., Altium) is advantageous.
• Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator for documentation and graphics.

Responsibilities

• Create electronic components, parts, assemblies, and enclosures utilizing Creo.
• Produce and develop designs and documentation using CAD and PLM tools; generate supporting documentation across systems.
• Support PLM change control processes.
• Collaborate with electrical, PCB, mechanical engineers, and manufacturing teams to ensure design intent is captured.
• Translate verbal/written instructions into CAD drawings/models for HVAC control products.
• Demonstrate knowledge of drafting standards and engineering computations.
• Create 2D/3D drawings and assemblies in Creo; manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Adhere to safety and security policies and procedures.

Skills

Creo CAD modeling

2D/3D drafting

Cross-functional collaboration

Schematic capture experience

Education

Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Design or related

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Pro/ENGINEER

Windchill

TeamCenter

Altium

Adobe Illustrator

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’s In It For You

A sustainable future demands ongoing digital advancement. Our digital solutions team leads the way in developing next-generation climate technology focused on reducing demand-side energy consumption and emissions. Our team—including BrainBox AI, Nuvolo, and more—combines technical expertise with advanced analytics to create data-driven solutions that add real value for customers, communities, and the planet. Whether you're advancing AI in HVAC or driving analytics for greater efficiency, your ideas will help engineer solutions for stronger communities and a sustainable world.

What You Will Do

• Create electronic components, parts, assemblies, and enclosures utilizing Creo.
• Produce and develop designs and documentation utilizing CAD and PLM tools. Create necessary supporting documentation utilizing a multitude of systems and applications.
• Support PLM change control processes.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers, pcb designers, mechanical engineers, and manufacturing teams to ensure design intent is captured.
• Translate verbal and/or written instructions into CAD drawings/models of HVAC control products.
• In-depth knowledge and familiarity of design and drafting standard practices, methods and processes.
• Ability to make conceptual sketches, create 2D and 3D engineering drawings, assemblies utilizing a Creo CAD modeling software and common engineering computations.
• Ability to manage and prioritize tasks in support of multiple concurrent projects.
• Adhere to all company safety and security policies and procedures.

What You Will Bring

• Associate degree or technical diploma in Mechanical Design, Electrical Design, Drafting, or related engineering field or 4+ years of experience using a computer aided graphic design solution in lieu of degree.
• Experience in Creo (preferred), SolidWorks, Inventor, or ProEngineer.
• Experience with PLM systems (Windchill and/or TeamCenter a plus).
• Experience with Schematic capture systems a plus (ex: Altium).
• Experience with Adobe Illustrator.

Annual Base Salary Range Or Hourly Base Pay Range

$63,111.66 - $87,639.99

Compensation Type

Exception Hourly

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.

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. 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.