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:
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 - $118,860.00Compensation Type:
SalaryIncentive Eligible:
NoSales Commission Eligible:
NoDisclaimer: 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:
NoThe 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics or related
- Master's degree
- 1-3 years of control theory experience
- Classical control knowledge (PID control, linear control, digital filtering)
- Advanced control knowledge (model predictive control, non-linear control, adaptive control)
- System modeling expertise with proficiency in Matlab/Simulink (Stateflow optional)
- Programming skills in C++
- Programming experience in C
- Programming experience in Python
- Understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics
- Knowledge of HVAC systems, components, and compressor technologies
- Experience developing technical specifications for software development and verification
- Lead dynamic controls testing, lab support, and data analysis
- Develop and execute hardware-in-the-loop testing and real-time data analysis
- Experience with product development processes
- Knowledge of HVAC control strategy and data analysis
- Laboratory experience and knowledge of sensors and actuators
- Ability to effectively communicate (written and oral) and function in a team environment
- Ability to travel overnight (less than 5% of the time)
- Mobility within the office and frequent keyboarding
Trane Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Trane Technologies and has not been reviewed or approved by Trane Technologies.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are highlighted by a strong 401(k) with company matching and additional employer contributions, plus student-loan–linked matching in the U.S. Some roles also note legacy pension coverage and automatic enrollment features that reinforce long-term savings.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, telehealth, mental-health/EAP resources, and wellness offerings. Materials also point to day-one eligibility in many roles and added programs like fertility, family-building, and menopause support.
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Parental & Family Support — Family support includes paid parental leave, adoption/surrogacy assistance, and inclusive eligibility extending to domestic partners and dependents. Policies for caregiving and expanded family planning benefits are emphasized in recent company materials.
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What We Do
At Trane Technologies, we challenge possible by thinking bigger, acting bolder and taking actions that not just improve our own performance but influence global change. Our world contends with unprecedented challenges. Our future has never been more uncertain. Urbanization is dramatically reshaping our communities, our resources are more constrained that ever before, and climate change is accelerating at an astonishing rate. We believe it is time to challenge industry norms and be at our most creative every day. To get there, we’ve committed to ambitious sustainability goals and we will change the way the world heats and cools buildings and moves refrigerated food, medicines, and other perishables. Global change starts when we each have the courage to act. And when we act, we boldy go. Won’t you join us?
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