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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.\nLearn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.\nWe boldly go.\nWhere is the work:\nMonday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.What's in it for you:\nTrane Technologies is seeking an experienced Lead Refrigeration Systems Engineer to join our Trane Commercial Systems organization and responsible for all aspects of equipment design and component integration for Trane Commercial Water-to-Water product lines. This includes having the technical expertise to model system performance, support new technology projects, create system and subsystem DFMEA documentation, develop and lead product design, supervise product validation testing, and drive quality and reliability issues to root cause. This position interacts with other functional resource groups to support product design and integration, such as Compressor Engineering, Thermal Systems, Controls, Electrical, Manufacturing, etc. To be successful, this Lead Refrigeration Systems Engineer will need to collaborate closely with Chiller Engineering teams located in La Crosse, WI and Pueblo, CO along with support organizations located in Shanghai, China and Bangalore, India.\nWhat you will do:\nDesign and innovate HVAC refrigeration systems with a focus on achieving performance standards, meeting sustainability targets, complying with regulatory requirements, attaining quality goals, and adhering to cost targets.\nLead projects, typically involving major system development consistent with the company gate review process, to plan, conduct, and coordinate engineering assignments, prepare schedules, report status to leadership, and meet project milestones.\nCreate and execute computer models to simulate and predict unit performance. Analyze system issues using appropriate modeling tools and techniques. Where needed, collaborate with modeling and simulation specialists to develop new tools.\nGovern and lead design reviews through processes such as FMEA, DFMEA, DVP&R, and Risk Analysis.\nCreate mechanical designs for systems and subsystems that leverage chiller and heat pump architecture and meet agency, code, structural, and serviceability requirements.\nIncorporate Design For Manufacturing (DFM) features to support efficient factory build processes.\nDevelop laboratory test plans, conduct testing, analyze test data, including use of Six Sigma tools, statistical analysis techniques, and applying Design for Reliability principles, and interpret results and execute design updates based on the results.\nEvaluate complex, special, and advanced engineering tasks working independently as an expert with minimal supervision. \nServe as subject matter expert on capabilities to improve existing systems and processes. Collaborate with and influence product teams to achieve common objectives.\nProvide intensive technical guidance and leadership to less experienced professionals or technicians and other team members.\nDevelop and document HVAC system level modes, sequence of operations, and other system level control requirements.\nProvide key technical support in pursuit of Trane business, including participation on strategic job acquisition teams.\nDevelop and/or update Trane purchased part Engineering Specifications.\nSupport field and factory system problem resolution.\nDefine, identify, and complete appropriate qualification testing activities.\nGuide overall component choices for system design employing industry wide best practices.\nGuide and drive short term resiliency challenges to reduce risk in the product portfolio.\nEffectively meet the needs of internal and external customers, through documenting, reviewing and prioritizing customer requirements.\nAbility to travel both domestically and abroad up to two weeks at a time. Able to attain the necessary visa for travel when applicable. Expected travel time ~ 10%.\nWhat you will bring:\nBachelor's Degree in Engineering (or a directly related discipline) and at least 10+ years of engineering work experience is required. Mechanical Engineering is preferred. Master's Degree in Engineering is a plus.\nHVAC engineering background in chilled and heating water systems.\nExperience with product design, bill of materials, engineering specifications, and product manufacturing. Understanding of HVAC system functions including refrigeration, heat transfer, airflow, and ventilation.\nExperience with application of various components used within HVAC systems such as coils, compressors, motors, and fans.\nExperience launching products that meet UL, CSA, or CE agency standards. \nUnderstanding of statistics as applied to product reliability.\nAbility to apply heat transfer and fluid flow concepts for real world problem solving.\nAbility 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.\nDesign 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.\nStrong technical skills with a natural technical curiosity and an enthusiasm to learn and develop new skills.\nMust have good verbal communications skills and good technical writing and documentation skills.\nMust be a self-starter with a high energy level and a high commitment to career.\nMust have the ability to understand, condense, and organize information necessary to make engineering decisions quickly and efficiently.\nTechnically creative yet grounded in real world feasibility.\nAble to perform thorough and objective analysis.\nAbility to work as an effective member of a diverse team and able to collaborate with and influence others.\nWilling and able to transfer knowledge to other groups.\nExhibit a polished and professional demeanor when interacting with customers, while actively engaging with professional societies.\nDemonstrate proficiency in coordinating supplier capabilities effectively.\nGood stand-up skills in front of customers and the field sales force.\nAnnual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:\n$123,721.66 - $173,004.99Compensation Type:\nSalaryIncentive Eligible:\nYesSales Commission Eligible:\nNoDisclaimer: 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.\nThrive at work and at home:\nBenefits 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!\nFamily building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.\nPaid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave. \n401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support. \nDisclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations\nSafety Sensitive Role:\nNoThe company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.\nWe offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs. 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