Mechanical Engineer - Heating Systems

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:

Join Trane Technologies as a Mechanical Engineer focused on commercial HVAC heating systems, where you’ll help design innovative, sustainable products that make a real impact. In this role, you’ll collaborate across engineering teams to develop and enhance unitary heating systems, translating customer needs into high-performing solutions from concept through launch. You’ll apply your expertise in gas-fired and/or electric heat system design, codes, standards, and certification requirements to solve complex technical challenges and ensure product safety, reliability, and compliance. This is an opportunity to lead key aspects of product development, including validation, risk assessment, root cause analysis, and the creation of critical engineering documentation such as 3D models, drawings, and specifications. Ideal for a technically strong and collaborative engineer, this role offers the chance to influence cross-functional teams, drive innovation, and contribute to the future of sustainable commercial HVAC solutions.
 

What you will do:

• Support the design and development of heating systems for unitary HVAC products by meeting the needs of internal and external customers, through documenting, understanding and prioritizing customer requirements.
• Apply technical expertise to solve design problems or to gauge appropriateness of product to various applications as it relates to commercial HVAC heating codes, standards, and certification requirements.
• Participate on project teams to meet performance, reliability, cost and schedule objectives.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, including 3D models, bills of materials, drawings, and specifications.
• Conduct design FMEAs; develop and execute resulting risk mitigation plans.
• Both domestic and international travel may be required. Estimated travel is 10%.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Engineering Discipline.
• 2+ years experience contributing to technical aspects of product design projects, validation testing, and root cause analysis.
• Deep expertise in commercial HVAC heating system design for gas-fired and/or electric heat products, including system architecture, component integration, thermal performance, and product development from concept through launch
• Strong working knowledge of commercial HVAC heating codes, standards, and certification requirements, including ANSI Z21/CSA, UL/CSA, and IEC/EN requirements where applicable
• Experience applying combustion safety, electrical safety, temperature limit, and abnormal operation requirements in product design, validation, and release
• Proven ability to support product certification, qualification, and listing activities, including coordination with UL, CSA, AHRI, and other applicable certification or regulatory agencies
• Demonstrate senior-level capability in validation, risk assessment, root cause investigation, and cross-functional leadership across mechanical, electrical, controls, manufacturing, quality, and regulatory teams

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$77,963.33 - $109,340.00

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.
• 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:

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.