Electrical Engineer I

Trane Technologies; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 72,928 - 101,570; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design unit electrical systems for Commercial HVAC products. You will develop control panels, select power components, and integrate sensors and interconnection devices.

You will lead design projects, validate products, and drive root-cause analyses for quality issues. The role requires a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering/Technology or Engineering Physics, plus proficiency in AutoCAD or Creo.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering/Technology or Engineering Physics is required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or Creo Schematics.
• Experience leading design projects and interpreting standards (UL/CSA/NEC).

Responsibilities

• Develop unit electrical designs and control panel layouts for Trane Commercial HVAC products.
• Lead product design projects and supervise validation testing.
• Provide guidance to designers and technicians; coordinate with cross‑functional teams.
• Ensure compliance with applicable agency standards and internal processes.
• Prepare schedules, reports, and documentation for production release.
• Identify opportunities for electrical quality and productivity improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

HVAC knowledge

MS Office

AutoCAD/Creo

Project leadership

Analytical thinking

Quality orientation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering/Technology or Engineering Physics

Tools

AutoCAD

Creo Schematics

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.

This Electrical Engineer is responsible for Unit Electrical System designs for Trane Commercial HVAC products. Responsibilities include main unit control panel and auxiliary control panel design and layout. Additional responsibilities include selection and qualification of electrical and electro-mechanical power components, electrical wiring, transformers, circuit breakers, contactors, overloads, variable frequency drives, solid state starters, and wye-delta starters. This position will generate unit electrical designs, control panel prototypes, test documentation and reports along with product documentation necessary to release unit designs to production. Further equipment responsibilities also include integrating the following types of pre-engineered devices into the unit design: low voltage sensors, wireless and wired interconnection devices, and Trane developed HVAC control electronics.

The selected candidate must have the technical expertise to develop and lead product design projects, supervise product validation testing, drive to root cause for quality and reliability issues, interpret technical agency standards, and conduct projects in accordance with standard engineering practices.

Core Job Responsibilities (others May Be Added)

• Become familiar with Trane Commercial Chillers, Rooftops and Air Handler products
• Develop control box layout designs, wire harness routing and transformer load calculations.
• Develop laboratory test plans and analyze test data.
• Provide guidance and leadership to designers, lab technicians and other team members.
• Administer appropriate agency and regulatory approval processes.
• Develop and/or update Trane electrical purchased part engineering drawings and standards.
• Define, identify and complete appropriate qualification testing activities.
• Prepare complete schedules and reports for assigned projects.
• Achieve scheduled milestones for assigned projects.
• Coordinate the activities of other engineers or technicians assigned to the project.
• Provide engineering support to the Product Planning and Technical Support Team.
• Support the Order Fulfillment teams as needed to address safety, assembly and quality issues.
• Identify electrical quality and productivity improvement opportunities.
• Execute a wide variety of electrical or quality and productivity improvement projects.
• Effectively meet the needs of internal and external customers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering/Technology or Engineering Physics is required.

Key Competencies

• Ability to effectively communicate with others both written and orally
• Strong interest in HVAC applications and operating conditions for refrigeration equipment
• Competency in Microsoft products (Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint) required
• Competency with AutoCAD and/or Creo Schematics
• Ability to lead a project team or work as a member of a team
• Excellent technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Must be tenacious with quality and customer service orientation
• Knowledge of appropriate product safety and design standards; including but not limited to UL/CSA 1995, UL 60335, UL508, UL508A, National Electric Code, ANSI Z21.47, ASHRAE 90.1, etc.
• Basic experience with 3D-CAD applications such as Creo is a plus but is not required

Annual Base Salary Range Or Hourly Base Pay Range

$72,928.33 - $101,570.00

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.

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.
• 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.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on 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.