Equipment Application Engineer

Trane Technologies; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match up to 8%

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane in Honolulu, HI is hiring for Application Engineer II (Equipment). You will evaluate equipment selections, validate configurations, and support project cost optimization across HVAC systems for diverse projects.

Collaboration with sales and operations will ensure accurate submittals and timely delivery. Qualifications include an engineering degree and 2–5 years in HVAC project management or estimating, with a valid driver’s license and willingness to work outside regular hours.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years in HVAC project management or estimating, or 5+ years in HVAC PM/estimating roles.
• Candidates without a 4-year degree are encouraged to apply; practical experience is valued.
• Familiarity with HVAC Systems and temperature controls preferred.
• Flexibility to work outside normal hours.
• Valid driver's license for at least 12 months with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Optimize/validate equipment: size, configuration, voltage, options from plans and specs.
• Evaluate possible cost savings and potential problems across projects.
• Validate project scope: plans/specs; plan EQ/VPP dollars; verify quantities/configs.
• Support sales; develop submittals; hold cost reviews and finalize submittals.
• Negotiate prices with vendors to maintain competitive advantage and control expenses.
• Prepare equipment for order entry; verify pricing; reconcile job costs.
• Provide post-order technical support for installation, startup, warranty, and controls.

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Project management

Estimating experience

Driver's license

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Construction or Engineering Technology

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

Trane in Honolulu, HI is hiring for Application Engineer II (Equipment). In this role, you will be responsible for the equipment portion of various projects including validating the equipment selection, estimation, pricing, discounts, and submittal processes of the equipment portion of projects as required.

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.
• Candidates without a 4-year degree are encouraged to apply; we prioritize practical experience, relevant skills, and alignment with our leadership principles.
• 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

$70,400.00 - $101,150.00

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.