Senior Engineering Manager, Airside NPD

At Trane Technologies^TM  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're 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!  

Where is the work: 

This position has been designated as a Hybrid work schedule with work performed onsite 3 days each week.  

As the Senior Manager, Commercial AHU NPD Engineering, you will lead our NPD and Fan Systems Engineering team that is responsible for concept development, design and design verification of New Products, product line updates and fan system engineering for all Airside product platforms.  Fan Systems engineering would involve the evaluation of new higher efficiency impeller designs and new motor technologies to improve system efficiency and provide best in class acoustical performance.  NPD programs under the management of this team range in size of one year, $1M projects to multiyear, multi-million-dollar projects.  This team is responsible for leading all major NPD programs in cooperation with other Airside development locations.  The product range covered by this team is as small as 200CFM terminal devices and as large as 200,000CFM custom AHU’s.

Core Job Responsibilities (others may be added):

• Lead a team of Engineers that specialize in leading NPD programs and fan systems engineering.
• Conduct new technology, productivity, and new product development projects to design new products or components and improve the function, reliability or cost of existing products and components.
• Lead efforts to develop and improve tools and processes used for the design and integration of fan system components within our Commercial HVAC product lines.
• Conduct thorough technical and feasibility analysis to evaluate customer requirements and provide engineering recommendations for product customization.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulations related to the design of commercial air handling equipment.
• Perform and document engineering analysis required to design, verify performance, and reliability of HVAC components and products.
• Participate in industry conferences, market studies, and workshops to remain current on market trends, competitor activities, and technological advancements.
• Work effectively across functional lines (development, production, design, marketing, suppliers).
• Willingness to travel domestically as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and at least 8 years of engineering or product development work experience is required.
• Master's Degree is preferred but not required.
• Prior team/people management experience is required.
• Project Management Professional certification preferred but not required.

Key Skills or Competencies:

• Awareness and ability to interpret relevant industry standards and regulations, such as UL, IEC, ASME, and CSA, pertaining to HVAC products.
• Entrepreneurial achievement inside a large corporation.
• Proven servant leader that emphasizes collaboration, active listening, empathy, and a commitment to personal development.
• Problem solver that possesses strong analytical and critical thinking skills, allowing them to analyze problems from various angles and develop innovative solutions.
• Ability to manage resources in support of multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet project deadlines.
• Good understanding of the application of computer simulation tools & theory to HVAC system design.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Self-starter with a high energy level and a high commitment to career.
• Proven track record of leading and successfully delivering complex projects.
   

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.