Senior Manufacturing Engineer - HVAC Process & Improvement

Trane Technologies plc; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness programs

401K match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Trane Technologies plc is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to lead development and improvement of HVAC manufacturing processes. You will design gauging systems, material handling, and plant layouts while leading or supporting complex projects to boost performance and reliability.

The role requires strong problem-solving, lean manufacturing knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration to meet safety and quality standards. On-site work and opportunities for growth are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with mechanical and electrical manufacturing processes, including assembly and testing.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, process improvement, and manufacturing best practices.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively across teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and improvement of manufacturing processes for HVAC products.
• Design and implement process gauging, material handling systems, work cells, and plant layouts.
• Lead or support complex manufacturing and process improvement projects.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and processes to improve performance and reliability.
• Analyze statistical process control data and implement process changes as needed.
• Manage equipment, supplier, and service contracts, including contractor coordination onsite.
• Prepare cost estimates, quotations, and capital justifications for process improvements and new product introductions.
• Support asset care, reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain PFMEAs, method sheets, manufacturing execution systems, and equipment programming files.
• Investigate and resolve ergonomic, safety, quality, and manufacturing process concerns.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with company standards and customer expectations.
• Mentor and train team members while supporting a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Skills

Mechanical processes

Electrical processes

Assembly/testing

Troubleshooting

Lean manufacturing

Project management

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Trane Technologies plc is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to lead development and improvement of HVAC manufacturing processes. You will design gauging systems, material handling, and plant layouts while leading or supporting complex projects to boost performance and reliability.

The role requires strong problem-solving, lean manufacturing knowledge, and cross-functional collaboration to meet safety and quality standards. On-site work and opportunities for growth are provided.