Project Engineer II

Trane Technologies; Illinois; On-site; USD 92,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Trane Technologies is seeking a Project Engineer to join its Energy Services team in Illinois. You will validate energy savings and carry out measurement and verification activities for projects focused on decarbonization and performance improvements, working across the project lifecycle to maximize value for customers.

You will collect BAS trend data, analyze utility bills, and coordinate with local offices to implement verification plans while ensuring projects meet scope, timeline, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience required.
• Experience with reading and interpreting utility bills and building energy consumption is preferred.
• Knowledge of building automation controls and IPMVP concepts is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze BAS trend data.
• Analyze utility bill data.
• Assist in peer review of validation reports.
• Analyze on-site measurements during construction and post retrofit periods.
• Coordinate activities with local Trane offices for verification plans.
• Participate in transition meetings with operations to document scope, timeline and customer requirements.
• Coordinate with Validation Engineer to assess impact on guaranteed savings.
• Complete assigned tasks on time and within budget.

Skills

Communication

Project coordination

Analytical thinking

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft 365

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 Energy Services is chartered, in concert with the regional sales offices, to drive the growth of Trane Commercial's Comprehensive Solutions business, consisting of large turnkey contracts, performance contracts, federal contracts, and build-own-operate-maintain contracts. The Project Engineer is a member of Trane's Energy Services team and is responsible for validating energy savings and providing ongoing measurement and verification activities for projects with energy savings and decarbonization. The Project Engineer participates in all phases of the project and actively searches for opportunities to help customers optimize their energy savings.

What You Will Do

• Collect and analyze building automation controls (BAS) trend data.
• Analyze utility bill data.
• Assist in peer review of validation reports.
• Analyze on‑site measurements and short‑term data collection during construction and post retrofit periods as required.
• Coordinate activities with local Trane offices for fulfillment of measurement and verification plans.
• Participate in transition meetings with operations team to ensure project scope, objectives, timeline, and customer requirements have been achieved, and the start of the performance period is properly documented.
• Coordinate with lead Validation Engineer to assess the impact on guaranteed savings of any changes to the contract scope of work.
• Responsible for completing assigned tasks on time and within budget.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor's Degree or experience in a field related to Measurement & Verification of system performance required; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience required
• Candidates without a 4‑year degree are encouraged to apply; we prioritize practical experience, relevant skills, and alignment with our leadership principles.
• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 software.
• Basic understanding and ability to read and interpret utility bills and building energy consumption.
• Experience with commercial HVAC, building automation controls, electrical, and domestic water systems.
• Basic knowledge with the concepts and principles of International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol (IPMVP).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interface professionally with customers at all levels.
• Requires a responsible, well organized, self‑starter individual who can handle multiple responsibilities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work under and adhere to preset deadlines.

Annual Base Salary Range Or Hourly Base Pay Range

$91,516.66 - $148,200.00

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.
• 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

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.