Buildings Performance and Systems Engineer
This Building Performance & Systems Engineer promotes HVAC solutions through the application and support of cutting-edge commercial building HVAC design and simulation software developed by Trane. Additionally, this role provides consistent, reliable and accurate engineering support and training to the Trane Commercial Systems’ organization (headquarters and field sales operations) and directly to external customers.
Core Job Responsibilities (others may be added):
- Lead or assist in the product development of new or enhanced building design or simulation programs that properly position Trane products, systems, solutions and services.
- Provide consistent, reliable and accurate in-depth technical support on Trane software for internal & external customers via telephone, email, fax and online support.
- Lead or assist in project studies involving advanced building simulations that properly position Trane products, systems, solutions and services.
- Answer - or find answers to - marketing/technical/systems/applications questions when requested by peers or internal & external customers.
- Apply HVAC fundamentals to solve complex building challenges.
- Handle all details of assigned projects from inception to completion within mutually agreed-upon timeframes.
- Prepare - or assist in the preparation of - promotional and technical materials required for new or redesigned software tools.
- Translate customer feedback into prioritized development requirements.
- Provide training to internal & external customers on the use of Trane engineering software tools.
- Travel to district offices, corporate/industry events and customer sites in support of C.D.S. (Customer Direct Services) products and services. This will include formal presentations and individual discussions of technical HVAC topics.
- Host and/or lead discussions as a part of customer visits.
- 10 – 20% travel required.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is required.
- Experience in product marketing, product support, applications engineering or product management is a plus.
Key Competencies:
- Strong computer skills using MS Office Suite and other Windows programs required.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, are required.
- Capable of grasping technical/engineering details to provide solutions for customers.
- Knowledge of HVAC products and systems is a plus.
- Knowledge of commercial building construction industry is a plus.
- Must be an innovative self-starter, capable of setting and meeting goals and deadlines as well as making critical business decisions.
- Proven ability to perform effectively in a team environment.
- Must be eager to expand responsibilities.
- Experience with software development is a plus.
- Will be required to successfully complete (unless already completed) the Trane Graduate Training Program (GTP).
We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs that help our employees thrive in both their professional and personal lives. We are proud of our winning culture which is inclusive and respectful at its core. We share passion for serving customers, caring for others, and boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world.
We are committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.