Senior Manufacturing Engineer-Welding

CFO Trane U.S. Inc.-CFO; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 76,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Student debt support

Job summary

Trane Technologies is seeking a manufacturing/engineering professional to design and lead factory transformation projects, optimizing welding and brazing processes for performance, cost, and quality. You will develop layouts, improve productivity, and ensure compliance with ASME, AWS, and PED standards, while coaching teams and guiding problem solving.

Based on a 5+ year manufacturing background, you will collaborate with EHS, deliver work instructions, and support equipment integration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Project Management, Process Automation and AutoCAD or similar design software experience; MIG, TIG welding experience (manual and robotic).
• ASME, AWS, and PED code compliance knowledge.
• Familiarity with pressure vessel welding process.
• Ability to coach, advise and develop teammates and peers.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred; degree holders encouraged to apply if practical experience aligns with leadership principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop processes for factory transformation projects and equipment implementation.
• Improve productivity, quality, equipment performance, energy consumption, and downtime reduction.
• Provide technical/subject matter expertise and guidance for manufacturing process and product design problems related to welding/braze processes.
• Serve as a resource for investigations, statistical studies, and corrective action planning.
• Design manufacturing flow lines, workstation layouts, and station controls to optimize efficiency, costs, and quality.
• Act as subject matter expert for welding process compliance with codes and regulations.
• Maintain manufacturing standards including capability, process maps, set-ups, quality controls, tooling and fixture records, routings and cycle times.
• Generate work instructions, job breakdowns, and standardized work to ensure quality at the source.
• Collaborate with on-site EHS to ensure equipment meets safety regulations (OSHA).

Skills

Project management

Process automation

AutoCAD

MIG welding

TIG welding

Welding robotics

ASME

AWS

PED

Coaching

Mentoring

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:

On-Site (5 days)

What you will do:

• Design and develop processes for factory transformation projects and equipment implementation.
• Improve productivity, quality, equipment performance, energy consumption, and downtime reduction.
• Provide technical/subject matter expertise and guidance for the resolution of manufacturing process and product design problems specific to the welding and/or braze processes.
• Serve as a resource for cause/effect investigations, statistical studies, and corrective action planning.
• Design manufacturing flow lines, workstation layouts, and station controls that optimize efficiency, operating costs, and product quality.
• Be the subject matter expert for code and regulatory compliance for welding processes within the manufacturing facility.
• Uphold manufacturing standards including: machine capability, process maps, set-ups, quality controls, tooling and fixture records, routings and cycle times.
• Generate work instructions, job breakdowns, and standardized work to ensure quality at the source meets product and manufacturing specifications given local needs.
• Partner with on-site EHS to ensure all equipment meets safety regulations compliant with OSHA.

What you will bring:

• 5+ years engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Project Management, Process Automation and AutoCAD or similar design software experience MIG, TIG welding experience (manual and robotic).
• ASME, AWS, and PED code compliance knowledge.
• Familiarity with pressure vessel welding process.
• Ability to coach, advise and develop teammates and peers.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred.
• Candidates without a 4-year degree are encouraged to apply; we prioritize practical experience, relevant skills, and alignment with our leadership principles.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range: $75,700.00 - $156,200.00 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.

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 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.

At Trane Technologies, we’re climate innovators with the courage to look at our world’s challenges and see endless opportunities. We aren’t afraid to make bold commitments that set new standards to enhance the health and well‑being of our employees, customers, communities, and the planet we share.

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