Refrigeration Systems Engineer II

Trane Technologies; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Job summary

Trane Technologies is seeking a Refrigeration Systems Engineer II to join the Commercial Systems organization. You will design and integrate components for Water-to-Water chillers and heat pumps, model performance, and validate ideas in the lab.

Collaborate with teams in La Crosse, WI, and support organizations in Shanghai and Bangalore to drive innovative cooling solutions. The role requires a BS in Engineering, 2+ years of experience, and strong refrigeration/HVAC knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering; BS, ME, or similar required.
• 2+ years of engineering work experience in refrigeration/HVAC.
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration HVAC systems and testing.
• Experience with validation test plan development and execution.
• Ability to analyze test data and support design decisions.
• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering knowledge to model chiller and heat pump performance.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation plans across the design process.
• Develop refrigeration subsystems to meet performance, regulatory, and cost targets.
• Lead new technology and product development to improve function or cost.
• Develop tools for design and integration of components in HVAC products.
• Perform analyses to verify performance and reliability; document results.
• Collaborate across functions (development, production, design, suppliers).
• Travel up to 10% as needed.

Skills

System modeling

Refrigeration

HVAC design

Cross-functional collaboration

Lab testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

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 Technologies is seeking a Refrigeration Systems Engineer II who will be a member of our Trane Commercial Systems organization and be responsible for all aspects of equipment design and component integration for Trane Commercial Water-to-Water Chiller and Heat Pump product lines, encompassing both heating and cooling functionalities. This includes modeling system performance, innovating new technology for future products, validating ideas and system performance in the laboratory.

This role interacts with other functional resource groups to support product design and integration, such as Compressor Engineering, Thermal Systems Engineering, Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineer, Manufacturing, etc. To be successful, this Systems Design Engineer will need to collaborate closely with teams located in La Crosse, WI along with support organizations located in Shanghai, China and Bangalore, India.

What you will do:

• Apply engineering knowledge to perform Chiller and Heat Pump Performance Modeling to simulate and predict unit performance.

• Identify and mitigate potential risks in the system design and development process and develop and implement effective risk mitigation plans.
• Develop refrigeration subsystems that deliver innovative solutions for existing chiller and heat pump applications, meeting performance goals, regulatory requirements, and cost targets while expanding product offerings to address future cooling and heating needs.
• Conduct new technology and new product development projects to improve the function, reliability or cost of products and components.
• Develop and improve tools and processes used for the design and integration of new components within our Commercial HVAC product lines for both heating and cooling.
• Perform and document engineering analysis required to design, verify performance, and reliability of HVAC components and products.
• Develop and execute laboratory tests to support product design, verification, and work with suppliers to obtain component designs that meet product requirements.
• Work effectively across functional lines (development, production, design, marketing, suppliers)

• Overnight travel (less than 10%).

What you will bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (BSME preferred) and at least 2-years of engineering work experience is required. Mechanical Engineering is preferred. Master's Degree in Engineering is a plus.
• Proven success in helping conduct new technology and new product development projects to improve the function, reliability or cost of products and components.
• Strong technical knowledge of refrigeration HVAC systems including system design, component selection, system optimization and testing
• Experience with validation test plan development and execution.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and understand refrigeration system test data.
• Demonstrated ability to efficiently understand, condense, and organize information necessary to make engineering decisions along with having the ability to be coached and mentored by senior employees.

• Experience with product design, bill of materials, engineering specifications, and product manufacturing.
• Have a quality and customer service orientation towards engineering design.
• Resilient team player with the dual ability to work as a team player or a team leader. Ability to effectively communicate with others both written and orally.
• Be a self-starter with a high energy level and a high commitment to career.
• Ability to make progress by producing deliverables and completing projects in a multi-tasking environment.

• Must be proficient in problem solving with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Design or application experience with HVAC products, thermodynamic computations, pressure vessel design, compressor, motor, controls, or heat transfer technologies and understanding of Data & Analytics, making data driven decisions and programming knowledge is a plus.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$65,200.00 - $93,660.00

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.
• 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.