Mechanical Designer II

Trane Technologies; La Crosse (WI); Hybrid; USD 68,053,000 - 120,733,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness programs

Fertility coverage

Adoption assistance

Paid time off

401K match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies in Wisconsin is seeking a Designer II to join a high‑performing product development team. You will develop detailed design documentation, 3D models, and production drawings translating engineering requirements into practical, manufacturable HVAC solutions.

The role demands strong technical design capability, good judgment, and a continuous improvement mindset, with opportunities to impact performance, reliability, serviceability, and cost.

Qualifications

• Associate or equivalent experience with mechanical design in HVAC or related fields.
• SolidWorks, Creo Parametric, Creo Schematics, Inventor or ProEngineer experience required.
• Experience coordinating and directing project planning and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Create parts, assemblies, and layouts in Creo Parametric with engineering input.
• Produce design documentation and BOMs across multiple systems.
• Apply GD&T, tolerances, and standard practices in mechanical design.
• Translate verbal/written instructions into HVAC drawings.
• Support cross-functional teams and resolve design issues.
• Ensure safety, quality, and manufacturability in drawings.

Skills

SolidWorks

Creo Parametric

Creo Schematics

Inventor

ProEngineer

Project planning & scheduling

Education

Associate’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Design

5+ years designer experience in lieu of degree

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.

Job Summary

As a Designer II at Trane Technologies, you will be a key member of a high performing team of product development engineers and designers to support the mechanical design and development of HVAC products. This role is responsible for creating detailed design documentation, 3D models, and production drawings that translate engineering requirements into practical, manufacturable solutions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical design capability, sound judgment, and a continuous improvement mindset, along with the ability to contribute innovative concepts that enhance product performance, reliability, serviceability, and cost effectiveness.

What You Will Do

• Work with Engineering to create parts, assemblies, and layouts in Creo Parametric.
• Produce and develop designs and documentation utilizing computer design and product life cycle management systems. Create necessary supporting documentation utilizing a multitude of systems and applications.
• Working knowledge and experience in assigned areas; change control, bill of material, product definition & selection, machine design, castings, fabrication, sheet metal, GD&T and tolerance analysis, electrical, electronics, heat transfer, piping and welding.
• Ability to recognize and recommend possible solutions for potential design or product configuration problems. Knows the degree of care and accuracy required of assignments and detects or corrects own errors as well as errors of others.
• Translate verbal and/or written instructions into drawings of HVAC products.
• In-depth knowledge and familiarity of all design and drafting standard practices, methods and processes.
• Ability to make sketches, 2D and 3D engineering drawings and common computations. Create assemblies and sheet metal parts utilizing a 3D CAD modeling software.
• Perform various forms of technical support, including answering questions from other departments relative to drawings or design data.
• Adhere to all company safety and security policies and procedures.
• Work with minor independent judgment under close direction of senior staff.
• Manage project schedules and teams for assigned projects.
• Able to direct tasks or efforts for self and potentially others on projects with the responsibility for completion of their own assignments.

What You Will Bring

• Associate’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Design and at least 2-years of designer work experience is required; OR at least 5-years of designer experience will be considered in lieu of an Associate’s Degree.
• Experience in SolidWorks, Creo Parametric, Creo Schematics, Inventor or ProEngineer.
• Experience coordinating and directing project planning and scheduling.

Annual Base Salary Range Or Hourly Base Pay Range

$49,400.00 - $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

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs.

Safety Sensitive Role

No

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

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.