Electrical Engineer I

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Where is the work:

This Electrical Design Engineer is responsible for unit electrical system designs for Trane HVAC Commercial products.  Responsibilities include main unit control panel and auxiliary control panel design and layout as well as selection and qualification of electrical and electro-mechanical power components, electrical wiring, transformers, circuit breakers, contactors, overloads, variable frequency drives, solid state starters and wye-delta starters.  This position will generate unit electrical designs, control panel prototypes, test documentation and reports along with product documentation necessary to release unit designs to production. Further equipment responsibilities also include integrating the following types of pre-engineered devices into the unit design: low voltage sensors, wireless and wired interconnection devices, and Trane developed HVAC control electronics.
Core Job Responsibilities (others may be added):

·       Become familiar with Trane Commercial Chillers, Rooftops, and Air Handler products.

·       Develop control box layout designs, wire harness routing and transformer load calculations.

·       Develop laboratory test plans and analyze test data.

·       Provide guidance and leadership to designers, lab technicians and other team members.

·       Execute a wide variety of electrical or quality and productivity improvement projects.

·       Develop and/or update Trane electrical purchased part engineering drawings and standards.

·       Both domestic and international travel may be required.  Estimated travel is 10%.

Minimum Qualifications:

·       Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology or Physics (with circuits classes) and at least an Electrical Engineering Internship or Coop experience is required.

Key Competencies:

·       Strong interest in HVAC applications and operating conditions for refrigeration equipment.

·       Knowledge of the appropriate product safety and design standards; including but not limited to UL/CSA 1995, UL508, UL508A, National Electric Code, ANSI Z21.47, ASHRAE 90.1, etc.

·       Basic experience with 3D-CAD applications such as ProE is a plus but not required.

·       Able to function as a team member on cross-functional product engineering teams, and deliver on select design elements for projects.

·       Strong verbal and written communication skills – ability to communicate up, down, and across the organization.

·       Ability to quickly and efficiently understand and organize information necessary to make engineering decisions.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

Compensation Type:

Incentive Eligible:

Sales Commission Eligible:

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.
• Paid time off includes  up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave. 
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.    

Disclaimer:  Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role:

The 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.