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.As a Designer III at Trane Technologies, you will be a key member of a high performing team of product development engineers and designers to support the mechanical design and development of HVAC products. This role is responsible for creating detailed design documentation, 3D models, and production drawings that translate engineering requirements into practical, manufacturable solutions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical design capability, sound judgment, and a continuous improvement mindset, along with the ability to contribute innovative concepts that enhance product performance, reliability, serviceability, and cost effectiveness.
What you will do:
· Develop detailed 3D models and engineering documentation for HVAC components and assemblies.
· Translate product requirements and specifications into practical, manufacturable design solutions.
· Support product development from concept through prototype, testing, validation, and production release.
· Contribute innovative design concepts that improve product efficiency, reliability, serviceability, and overall customer value.
· Apply knowledge of mechanical design, materials, tolerances, and manufacturing methods to deliver quality designs.
· Use drafting and design standards, practices, methods, and processes to create accurate engineering documentation.
· Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, quality, lab, and project teams.
· Develop and maintain bills of materials, drawing revisions, and controlled engineering documentation.
· Lead smaller project tasks and identify and resolve design issues.
What you will bring:
· Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Design or Drafting and at least 5-years of mechanical design experience preferably in HVAC, industrial equipment or a manufacturing environment.
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· Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field and at least 3-years experience in mechanical design preferably in HVAC, industrial equipment or manufacturing.
· Proficiency with CAD tools such as PTC Creo, SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar platforms.
· Familiarity with GD&T, design for manufacturability, tolerance analysis, engineering change management, and PLM, ERP, or document control systems.
· Demonstrate a customer-focused, innovative, and quality-driven approach.
· Working knowledge of Model-Based Definition (MBD) is a plus.
· Communicate effectively and follow company safety and security requirements.
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$56,800.00 - $101,570.00Compensation Type:
Exception HourlyIncentive 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.
- 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:
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
- Associate's degree in Mechanical Design or Drafting and at least 5 years of mechanical design experience, preferably in HVAC, industrial equipment, or manufacturing
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and at least 3 years of mechanical design experience, preferably in HVAC, industrial equipment, or manufacturing
- Proficiency with CAD tools such as PTC Creo, SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar platforms
- Familiarity with GD&T, design for manufacturability, tolerance analysis, engineering change management, and PLM, ERP, or document control systems
- Customer-focused, innovative, and quality-driven approach
- Working knowledge of Model-Based Definition (MBD)
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to follow company safety and security requirements
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?
