Lab Facilities Engineer

At Trane TechnologiesTM  and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We are a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

What’s in it for you:  

Be a part of our mission!  As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, 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.

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, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs.      
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.    
• Learn more about our benefits here!

Job Summary:

As a Laboratory Facilities Engineer you will help to unite the principles of electronics, mechanics and controls to develop sophisticated, economical and reliable automated HVAC test facilities in an R&D Laboratory environment.  This role will analyze and troubleshoot existing Lab Facility issues and controls systems to provide timely and cost-effective solutions.

Where is the work:

This position has been designated as On-Site in the R&D Lab in La Crosse 5 days per week.

Core Job Responsibilities (others may be added):

• Lead the effort to provide refrigeration, mechanical, and controls development for new facilities to support product development needs of Trane Commercial Systems products
• Solutions provider for all existing facility related issues
• Develop total preventative maintenance plans and ensure maintenance plans are executed on a timely basis to minimize facility downtime for all new and existing facilities
• Lead and support advancement of new technologies to aid in the design and speed of new product development
• Must be able to lead and motivate individuals and teams
• Results oriented with a strong customer focus
• Follow good engineering practices and develop practical solutions
• Demonstrate high personal energy, integrity and ethics
• Less than 15% travel required
   

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Applied Sciences and at least 2-years of facility or HVAC controls experience is required.
   

Key Competencies: 

• Working knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and machine design.
• Experience with compressors, fans, variable frequency drives, or motors.
• Working knowledge of HVAC principles/components and a thorough understanding of interactions of complex HVAC systems
• Must be a highly motivated and team player.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required

Compensation:

Pay Range: $67,000 - $123,000 annually.  Disclaimer: This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

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.