Trane Technologies

Controls Algorithm Engineer

Trane Technologies$84K — $118K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or related fields; Master's preferred.
  • 1-3 years of control theory experience.
  • Knowledge of classical control systems (PID control, linear control, digital filtering) is essential.
  • Advanced control theory knowledge (modern, model predictive, non-linear, adaptive control) preferred.
  • Proficiency in system modeling using Matlab Simulink; familiarity with Stateflow is a plus.
  • Strong programming skills in C++, with a readiness to learn new languages.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with product management and engineering to comprehend product specs.
  • Design control strategies and algorithms that meet or surpass requirements.
  • Create technical specifications for software development and validation processes.
  • Use effective communication to guide team members in understanding design strategies.
  • Lead testing for dynamic controls, including planning and data analysis.
  • Execute hardware in the loop testing for real-time data assessment.
  • Promote model-driven development methodologies.

Benefits

  • Health insurance and wellness programs begin on DAY ONE for you and your family.
  • Family building benefits include fertility coverage, adoption, and surrogacy assistance.
  • 401K plan with up to 6% matching and additional core contribution of 2%.
  • Generous paid time off policy: 15 vacation days, 9 holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave.
  • Educational benefits include training opportunities, tuition assistance, and student debt support.
Full Job Description
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:

A sustainable future demands ongoing digital advancement. Our digital solutions team leads the way in developing next-generation climate technology focused on reducing demand-side energy consumption and emissions. Our team-including BrainBox AI, Nuvolo, and more-combines technical expertise with advanced analytics to create data-driven solutions that add real value for customers, communities, and the planet. Whether you're advancing AI in HVAC or driving analytics for greater efficiency, your ideas will help engineer solutions for stronger communities and a sustainable world.

Trane Technologies is currently seeking a Controls Algorithm Engineer to join our Trane team in La Crosse WI, on the beautiful Mississippi River. This team is creating the next generation, industry leading HVAC equipment controls. Our customers know Trane's reputation to deliver industry leading, energy efficient and reliable solutions to minimize operating costs while reducing environmental impact to the world.

Here are some of the specifics, we have great experience in our domain, and we want you to bring your views, opinions, and perspectives to our team. You will learn things about our business that you might not have even thought about. we have strong technical leadership, we want you to bring your expertise and perspective, and your desire to learn and we exist for our customers, and through our relationships with our customers, we intend to change the world.

What you will do:
  • Work with product management and application engineering to understand product requirements
  • Develop control strategies and algorithms to meet or exceed product requirements
  • Develop technical specifications to be used by the team for software development and verification
  • Utilize effective communication techniques to help team members understand and implement the design strategy
  • Lead dynamic controls testing: test planning, lab support, data analysis
  • Develop and execute hardware in loop testing (real time data analysis)
  • Advance model driven development methods
  • Able to travel overnight; less than 5% of the time.


What you will bring:
  • Bachelor's degree (Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics or related), Master's degree preferred.
  • 1-3 years of control theory experience.
  • Classical control knowledge required (PID control, linear control, digital filtering).
  • Advanced control knowledge preferred (modern control theory, model predictive control, non-linear control, adaptive control).
  • System modeling expertise required. (Proficiency with Matlab Simulink, and optionally Stateflow).
  • Understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid dynamics.
  • Programming skills in C++ with the ability to learn new programming languages.
  • Ability to function in a team environment.
  • Experience with product development processes preferred.
  • Experience with HVAC Systems and Components preferred.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with others both written and orally.
  • Mobility within the office. Frequent keyboarding. Ability to travel to Trane Business Locations.
  • Technical Skills:
    Software Skills: Matlab/Simulink, Modelica, C++ programming, Python.
    Knowledge of heat transfer, refrigeration systems, thermodynamics.
    Knowledge of HVAC compressor technologies.
  • Professional Experience (Desired)
    Knowledge of HVAC control strategy.
    Knowledge of data analysis.
  • Laboratory experience
    Knowledge of sensors and actuators.
    Knowledge of HVAC equipment sequence of operations.
    Knowledge of HVAC system modeling.
  • Academic:
    Linear Systems and Control.
    Non-Linear Systems and Control.
    Optimal Control.
    Machine Learning.
    Applied Linear Algebra.
    Numerical Analysis.
    HVAC Fundamentals.
    Thermodynamics.
    Object Oriented Analysis & Design.
    C++, C, Python programming.


Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$84,740.00 - $118,860.00
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 Barraging 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.

About Trane Technologies

Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator. Through our strategic brands Trane and Thermo King, and our portfolio of environmentally responsible products and services, we bring efficient and sustainable climate solutions to buildings, homes and transportation. Our innovative solutions have helped make buildings and homes comfortable, while more energy efficient and environmentally friendly. We also provide transport temperature control solutions that are used in the food, beverage and pharmaceutical sectors. Trane Technologies is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030 and has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for the tenth consecutive year.
Learn more about Trane Technologies
Size
37,000 employees
Market Cap
$39 billion
Industry
Net Income
$854.8 million
5 Year Trend
+0.9%
Revenue
$12.4 billion
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