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Lead Systems Development Engineer
Lead Systems Development Engineer-March 2024
Minneapolis
Mar 28, 2026
About Lead Systems Development Engineer

  At Trane Technologies TM and through our businesses including Trane ® and Thermo King ® , we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

  This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule (3 or more days onsite a week.)

  SUMMARY

  An HVAC systems development engineer performs the engineering and analysis required to design and commercialize HVAC systems. This includes both the development of new systems and specifying key equipment and control capabilities for industry leading reliability and performance. This position requires expertise in chilled and hot water heating system design and control. Common activities will include concept design, system analysis including modeling, evaluation of available equipment and controls for system applications, piping schematics, mode tables and creation of commercial documentation and tools for system market introduction. This position requires engineering analysis, design documentation and some project management activity. Serving and supporting field sales offices and participation in key industry associations is a part of this role.

  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  Core responsibilities:

  Build deep knowledge and understanding of HVAC equipment operation and limitations and apply this knowledge with a critical eye to system design, analysis, control, and operation.

  Develop HVAC systems using Trane equipment and controls including project scoping, concept development, engineering analysis, creation of commercialization content and tools, and system validation.

  Plan, conduct, and coordinate engineering assignments, typically involving major system development projects consistent with the company gate review process.

  Evaluate complex, special, and advanced engineering tasks working independently as an expert with minimal supervision.

  Serve as subject matter expert on capabilities to improve existing systems and processes.

  Collaborate with and influence product teams to achieve common objectives

  May provide periodic routine to intensive technical guidance to less experienced professionals or technicians assigned to working on large projects.

  Provide subject matter expertise in chilled and hot water heating system design for building and process cooling and heating while maintaining broad HVAC systems and product knowledge.

  Analyze system issues using appropriate modeling tools and techniques. Where needed, collaborate with modeling and simulation specialists to developing new tools.

  Develop and document HVAC system level modes, sequence of operations, and other system level control requirements.

  Perform field validation through digital and jobsite fulfillment and analysis activity.

  Provide key technical support in pursuit of Trane business, including participation on strategic job acquisition teams.

  Develop and deliver technical presentations for customers and industry association events.

  Serve on industry association committees such as ASHRAE in the development of codes and standards.

  Travel 5 – 15% depending on assigned projects.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  A Bachelor of Science in Engineering with a strong thermal/fluid energy and/or controls background.

  A minimum of 15 years HVAC related experience.

  HVAC engineering background in chilled and heating water systems.

  A Professional Engineering license may be beneficial but is not essential.

  Ability to travel independently both domestically and internationally.

  KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED

  Knowledge of HVAC products, components, and systems with a strength in chilled and hot water heating systems.

  Strong technical skills with a natural technical curiosity and an enthusiasm to learn and develop new skills.

  Technically creative yet grounded in real world feasibility.

  Able to perform thorough and objective analysis.

  Able to collaborate with and influence others

  Self-motivated and disciplined.

  Works well as a team member including groups around the globe.

  Willing and able to transfer knowledge to other groups.

  Good stand-up skills in front of customers and the field sales force.

  Polished and professional, particularly when in front of customers and working in professional societies.

  Good writer and oral communicator that can effectively identify key ideas and develop organized content to share those ideas.

  Ability to speak and write in English.

  Able to effectively use Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to operate computer keyboard and telephone. The employee frequently is required to walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand or walk up and down stairs. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to utilize commercial air travel. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

  WORK ENVIRONMENT

  This position works in a typical office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Independent travel is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

  Base Compensation Range is $117,000 - $155,000. Total compensation for this role also will include an incentive plan. Disclaimer: This base salary range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed.

  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.

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