Control Systems Architect

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What's in it for you :

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, 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.

Thermo King is hiring an experienced Control System Architect ! As the Control System Architect, you are responsible for defining the roadmap for Thermo King's future embedded controls platform. Your expertise will be crucial in identifying a scalable, fully integrated hardware and software platform upon which applications supporting our global transport refrigeration systems are built. In this role, you will be responsible for collaborating with product management and internal stakeholders, as well as managing a team of architects with diverse technical knowledge. This position requires deep technical expertise, strong leadership, and a passion for modern controls hardware and software development practices. A successful candidate will have a history of designing embedded control systems based on customer feedback, with relevant experience in HVAC-R, automotive, or other domains.

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.

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 .

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Where is the work :

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule (3 or more days onsite per week) based out of Bloomington, MN .

What you will do :

Plan, implement and sustain a Controls Platform Roadmap by collaborating with Product Management and Internal Teams (including Digital Solutions development team) to meet current and anticipated future customer, product, and data needs.

Architect and oversee the development of a fully integrated embedded hardware and software platform of controls including broad product implications such as functional safety, cyber security, connectivity, reuse, modularity, etc. to be used in all product platforms in all global regions.

Negotiate and collaborate with global stakeholders to ensure high reuse, modularity enabling region, product, and customer specific implementations where necessary, well thought through phase in / out plans as product integration progresses, etc.

Lead and manage a team of software and hardware architects, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations.Encourage innovation within the team and explore new technologies that could enhance the platform.

Present architectural vision and lead work prioritization of controller platform through participation in agile ceremonies.

Stay up to date with the latest trends and advancements in embedded control systems technology.Evaluate and recommend third-party consultation or development services, balancing custom development with purchased options.

Collaborate with other Controls Architects within Trane Technologies enterprise to find reuse opportunities, align on best practices, and identify architecture standards.

What you will bring :

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.A Master's degree is a plus.

10+ years' experience in controls embedded software and / or hardware development (experience in both is preferred) with at least 3 years in a technical leadership or supervisory role.

Demonstrated ability to create and communicate embedded control systems architectural diagrams, technical documentation, and solution blueprints.

Knowledge in embedded control systems design in HVAC-R, Automotive, or Off-Highway applications.

Strong understanding of embedded control systems security standards and best practices.

Experience leading NPD projects and teams in a technical role, ability to influence project stakeholders, and understanding of robust product development processes.

Experience with Agile environments, sprint planning, scrum processes.

Technical problem-solving and analytical skills with ability to collaborate with and communicate to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Ability to travel up to 10% including international travel.

Compensation :

Annual base compensation : $140,000 - 185,000

Additional Compensation : Total compensation for this role also will include an incentive plan.

Disclaimer : This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed.

Equal Employment Opportunity :

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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