Industrial Engineering & Manufacturing Execution Systems Co-op

Trane Technologies plc; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Fertility coverage

Adoption assistance

Parental leave

Paid time off

401K match

Tuition assistance

Student debt support

Job summary

Trane Technologies in La Crosse, WI is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and implement sustainable production processes. You will lead cross-functional efforts to enhance quality, safety, and efficiency while resolving design and process issues and supporting MES configuration.

You will design and improve manufacturing layouts, standard work, and controls; coordinate with EHS for safety compliance; and mentor teams as processes evolve with MES integrations.

Qualifications

• PFMEA experience preferred.
• Ability to accurately assess manufacturing issues related to process and design.
• Effective communication at multiple levels with ability to build relationships.
• Growth mindset with desire to expand technical skillset.
• Candidates without a 4-year degree are encouraged to apply; practical experience and alignment with leadership principles prioritized.

Responsibilities

• Resolve manufacturing process and product design issues through investigations, statistical studies, and corrective action planning.
• Create cost-effective and safe manufacturing processes, equipment, and tools to improve operations.
• Design manufacturing flow lines, layouts, and station controls to optimize efficiency and product quality.
• Uphold standards including machine capability, process maps, set-ups, quality controls, tooling and fixture records, routings, and cycle times.
• Generate work instructions, job breakdowns, and standardized work to ensure quality at the source meets specifications.
• Serve as a voice of the customer for input for new design development.
• Partner with on-site EHS to ensure all equipment meets safety regulations per OSHA.
• Work with factory staff to configure MES as processes and products change; troubleshoot MES issues and train users.
• Translate customer requirements into MES development requests and test them.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Growth mindset

Results oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering degree preferred

Tools

PFMEA

MES

Job description

Where is the work:

On-Site (5 days)

What's in it for you:

Join Trane Technologies as a Manufacturing Engineer in La Crosse, WI! In this role, you will operate innovative engineered systems and develop, coordinate, and implement sustainable manufacturing production processes. Your cross-functional team will be focused on delivering quality, safety, and operational efficiency improvements.

What you will do:

• Provide timely resolution of manufacturing process and product design problems, including investigations, statistical studies, and corrective action planning.
• Create cost-effective and safe manufacturing processes, equipment, and tools to improve manufacturing operations.
• Design manufacturing flow lines, workstation layouts, and station controls that optimize efficiency, operating costs, and product quality.
• Uphold manufacturing standards including machine capability, process maps, set-ups, quality controls, tooling and fixture records, routings, and cycle times.
• Generate work instructions, job breakdowns, and standardized work to ensure quality at the source meets product and manufacturing specifications given local needs.
• Serve as a voice of the customer for input for new design development.
• Partner with on-site EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) to ensure all equipment meets safety regulations compliant with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration).
• Work with factory staff and manufacturing engineers to configure the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) as manufacturing processes and products change.
• Troubleshoot technical and configuration issues with MES, and train personnel on use of the system.
• Translate internal and external customer requirements into MES functional development requests, and then test those developments.

What you will bring:

• revious experience in a manufacturing environment.
• PFMEA experience preferred.
• Ability to accurately assess manufacturing issues related to process and design.
• Effective communication at multiple levels coupled with ability to build relationships.
• Growth mindset - desire to expand technical skillset.
• Results-driven to maintain accountability and customer-focus.
• Degree preferred in Engineering or related technical disciplines.
• Candidates without a 4-year degree are encouraged to apply; we prioritize practical experience, relevant skills, and alignment with our leadership principles.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$20.50 - $28.00 Compensation Type: 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: Yes 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.