Product Lifecycle (Mechanical) Engineer

Trane Technologies; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 76,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Job summary

Trane Technologies in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a Product Lifecycle (Mechanical) Engineer to collaborate with Test Labs, Factory Manufacturing, and Product Management, delivering competitive HVAC designs for Trane Commercial equipment.

The role requires leading design reviews, driving validation testing, and guiding root-cause analyses to resolve quality issues, while aligning with PDP stage-gate processes for robust, cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 5+ years leading product design projects and validation testing.
• Experience with root cause analysis and design reviews.

Responsibilities

• Develop product designs to meet performance, regulatory, quality and cost targets.
• Review technical feasibility of requirements.
• Lead VAVE activities to evaluate process improvements and cost reductions.
• Design and select robust components and develop engineering specs.
• Complete system integration tasks including layouts and design reviews.
• Support engineering teams and lab technicians.
• Develop lab test plans and analyze test data for product performance.
• Create and manage BOM structures in PLM.

Skills

Project leadership

Product design

Root cause analysis

Validation testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

PLM system

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:

As a Product Lifecycle (Mechanical) Engineer at Trane, you will be working closely with other Engineering teams, such as Test Labs, Factory Manufacturing, and Product Management to create competitive designs for Trane Commercial HVAC equipment. The selected individual must have technical expertise to support and lead product design projects, product validation testing, drive to root cause for quality & reliability issues, interpret technical agency standards and conduct projects in accordance with standard engineering and stage gate PDP practices.

What you will do:

• Develop product designs to meet performance, regulatory, quality and cost requirements.
• Review and understand the technical feasibility of product and internal requirements.
• Lead VAVE activities to evaluate process improvements and cost reductions. Implement subsequent product design changes.
• Design and select robust and cost-effective components and develop engineering specifications.
• Complete system integration tasks including engineering design, engineering specifications, support creation of layouts and design reviews.
• Support engineering teams including engineers, designers, lab technicians
• Develop laboratory test plans and analyze test data to ensure product performance and quality.
• Create and manage BOM structures in a PLM system

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in an Engineering discipline.
• 5+ years experience leading technical aspects of product design projects, validation testing, implementation, and root cause analysis.
• Deliver technical designs and lead design reviews to meet project and product requirements.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$75,700.00 - $107,660.00

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.