Trane Technologies

Sr. Mechanical Engineer - Structures & Cabinetry

Trane Technologies$89K — $124K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline (BA/BS)
  • 5+ years of experience in leading product design and validation testing
  • Deep expertise in structural steel and sheet metal design
  • Proven track record of delivering technical designs that meet project requirements
  • Familiarity with regulatory standards applicable to HVAC products

Responsibilities

  • Lead design and development of HVAC cabinet and structural systems
  • Apply expertise in materials and manufacturing processes to deliver product solutions
  • Develop and validate designs through testing and engineering analysis
  • Ensure compliance with product and regulatory requirements
  • Drive product development through senior-level cross-functional leadership
  • Identify opportunities for product improvement and lead design changes
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to engineering teams

Benefits

  • Health insurance effective from DAY ONE for employees and families
  • Family building benefits including fertility and adoption assistance
  • 401K match up to 6% with an additional 2% company contribution
  • Generous paid time off policies including vacation and holidays
  • Tuition assistance and support for student debt
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:

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer at Trane Technologies, you will play a key role in shaping the next generation of commercial HVAC products by leading the design and development of structural and cabinetry systems for unitary equipment. This position offers the opportunity to guide projects from early concept and feasibility through prototype, production, and sustaining, while delivering durable, cost-effective, and high-performing solutions. You will apply deep expertise in structural steel, sheet metal design, manufacturing methods, and engineering analysis to solve complex technical challenges and ensure product quality, reliability, and compliance. Working across cross-functional teams, you will provide technical leadership, drive continuous improvement, and support innovative product enhancements that advance sustainability goals.

What you will do:
  • Lead the design and development of cabinet and structural systems for unitary HVAC products, including concept generation, feasibility assessment, component selection, detailed design, and support from prototype through production and sustaining.
  • Apply strong expertise in structural steel and sheet metal design, manufacturing processes, fastening methods, coatings, sealing strategies, and thermal/mechanical performance to deliver robust, cost-effective product solutions.
  • Develop and validate structural and cabinet designs through engineering analysis and laboratory testing, including use of simulation tools such as FEA, test plan development, data analysis, and design refinement to ensure performance, durability, and quality.
  • Work effectively within applicable product and regulatory requirements, including familiarity with UL, AHRI, ASHRAE, IBC, and DOE expectations as they apply to commercial HVAC product development and validation.
  • Demonstrate senior-level cross-functional leadership in product development and problem solving, including translating requirements into executable plans, driving standard work, supporting field issue resolution, and applying disciplined engineering methods such as Design for Reliability, Lean, Six Sigma, and FRACAS.
  • Participate in product improvement activities to identify opportunities to improve product performance and reduce cost. Lead projects to implement subsequent product design changes.
  • Provide leadership to engineering teams including engineers, designers, lab technicians


What you will bring:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in an Engineering discipline.
  • 5+ years experience leading technical aspects of product design projects, validation testing, and root cause analysis.
  • Expertise in structural steel and sheet metal design.
  • Demonstrated experience with being able to deliver and lead technical designs to meet project and product requirements.


Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$89,585.00 - $124,950.00
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.

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
NASDAQ

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