HVAC Product Development Technician I

About the position

Trane Technologies has an exciting opportunity for an on-site position in our Engineering Test Laboratory (Lab) as an HVAC Product Development Technician I. Your primary function in this entry-level position is testing New Product Development (NPD), sustainability and quality improvement projects, in addition to some agency compliance. This Technician role will support qualifying Trane Applied Compression and Commercial Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) products. The job requires problem solving, troubleshooting, and collaboration with other lab and engineering team members to ensure timely completion of projects. This position is salaried non-exempt (overtime eligibility).

Responsibilities

• Work safely and maintain a safe work area in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Support product development activities by operating commercial HVAC equipment, controlling test facilities, and collecting experimental test data, with guidance from senior laboratory staff
• Assist with installation, modification and building of developmental Commercial HVAC equipment and components, following engineering, agency and test requirements
• Assist Test Engineering and other Technicians to install and utilize laboratory test equipment including data acquisition systems, power analyzers, flow equipment, pressure, and temperature measurement devices
• Assist in the troubleshooting and repair of Trane Commercial HVAC technologies and equipment

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in HVAC from an accredited school is required; OR
• 1-year HVAC certificate/diploma with at least 2-years of relevant HVAC experience is required; OR
• 1-year HVAC certificate/diploma with a willingness to return to school (with company paid tuition) to complete an Associate’s Degree in HVAC within 2-years.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) required
• EPA Type Universal Certification or willingness to become certified

Nice-to-haves

• Basic grasp of refrigeration related thermodynamic principles and mechanical troubleshooting is preferred
• Demonstrates basic knowledge on measuring/inspection instruments and or mechanical and electrical components and their principles, properties, and theories
• Basic understanding of schematics, reading, and interpreting engineering drawings, technical reports, safety rules, operation, and maintenance instructions
• Ability to understand and follow current work instructions and applicable test standards
• Ability to help solve practical problems and deal with a variety of complex variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills in order to listen and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees in the organization
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced team environment

Benefits

• Health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives
• Family building benefits including 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, including in support of volunteer and parental leave needs
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support