Manager, Engineering Lab Systems & Facilities

Trane Technologies; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies’ Thermo King unit seeks an Engineering Lab Systems & Facilities Manager to lead lab operations, calibration, test systems, and lab IT for product development and verification. You will steer cross-functional teams, plan capital projects, and ensure compliant, efficient lab support across engineering initiatives.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, budgeting, and collaboration with engineering leadership and internal customers to align priorities with business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field required.
• Significant leadership experience directing technical or cross-functional teams.
• Experience in engineering, lab operations, facilities, or related environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead a cross-functional team supporting facility operations, calibration, test systems, and lab IT.
• Set priorities, clarify ownership, and drive execution of projects and operations.
• Ensure reliable lab infrastructure, equipment, data acquisition, and software tools.
• Oversee maintenance, calibration, and lab IT performance through the team.
• Align team support and investments with business and project needs.
• Lead strategic capital planning for the lab and capital projects.
• Manage budgets, schedules, resources, and performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership experience

Engineering background

Lab operations

Project management

Capital planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Lab IT

Calibration systems

Data acquisition software

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

On-Site (5 days)

What's In It For You

Join Thermo King as our Engineering Lab Systems & Facilities Manager! As Manager, you will lead a cross-functional team responsible for facility engineering support, lab capital execution, calibration, test systems, and lab IT. You will ensure the lab infrastructure, systems, and support processes required for product development, verification, and validation are in place and operating effectively, while also leading strategic capital planning aligned with business needs.

What You Will Do

• Lead, coach, and develop a cross-functional team supporting facility operations, calibration, test systems, and lab IT.
• Set team priorities, clarify ownership, and ensure execution of operational and project commitments.
• Ensure reliable operation and readiness of lab infrastructure, test equipment, data acquisition, software tools, and supporting systems.
• Provide leadership for facility maintenance coordination, calibration execution, test system support, and lab IT performance through the team.
• Partner with engineering, lab leadership, and internal customers to align team support and investment priorities with business and project needs.
• Lead strategic capital planning for the lab, including identification, prioritization, and execution of capital projects.
• Oversee lab and facility capital execution, including equipment upgrades, infrastructure improvements, and new installations.
• Manage budgets, schedules, resources, and performance metrics to deliver results aligned with business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable quality, regulatory, and operational requirements within areas of team responsibility.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field required.
• Demonstrated people leadership experience leading technical or cross-functional teams required.
• Significant experience in engineering, lab operations, facilities, technical systems, or related environments.
• Experience leading projects, budgets, and operational priorities.
• Experience with capital planning, capital execution, or prioritization of technical investments.
• Strong technical and operational aptitude, with the ability to lead across multiple support functions.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced education in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or a related field.
• Experience in a laboratory, product development, or test environment.
• Familiarity with HVAC, refrigeration, or related mechanical and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with calibration practices, lab software tools, or technical support functions in an engineering environment.
• Experience leading facility or lab infrastructure improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated strength in operational discipline and continuous improvement.

Leadership Expectations

• Build strong teams through clear direction, coaching, and accountability.
• Creates alignment across functions and drives execution through others.
• Balances strategic planning with day-to-day operational support.
• Promotes a culture of ownership, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Annual Base Salary Range Or Hourly Base Pay Range

$119,800.00 - $170,135.00

Compensation Type

Salary

Incentive Eligible

Yes

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.