Test Engineer

This Test Engineer will join a new R&D lab in Davidson, NC and support the development of Trane Technologies HVAC products.

This engineer is responsible for many functions of laboratory engineering : managing and modifying test facilities including standard test development, test planning, process controls, instrumentation, and programming PLC controls.

A successful candidate values safety and diversity and enjoys technical leadership, project management, hands-on laboratory work, and problem-solving as part of a team.

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 has been designated as onsite.

Core Job Responsibilities (others may be added) :

• Manage testing for heat pump development and validation in collaboration with product development teams
• Own test facilities’ capability and ensure equipment has the necessary capabilities and reliability to produce quality data
• Support the design and build of new facilities and experimental setups
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors
• Develop standard test procedures to drive test efficiency and lab throughput
• Develop expertise on data acquisition systems
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, building codes, and health and safety standards
• Maintain facility documentation
• Support continuous improvement activities such as 5S and implementing Lean principles
• Up to 20% overnight travel required during the first year for training. Less than 10% travel subsequent.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in engineering or applied sciences and 3-5 years of relevant experience OR a master's degree and 1-3 years of relevant experience is required.

Key Competencies :

Experience in with thermal systems and product testing

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and Outlook) required, with desire to learn basic programming in Visual Basic.

• Strong interpersonal skills including written and verbal communication to interface effectively across functions
• Creative problem solver
• Intellectual curiosity and continuous improvement mindset
• Must be safety-minded and adhere to PPE requirements, as required

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.

Base pay for this position is $85,000-$110,000

Disclaimer : This "range" could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed, education, experience, travel requirements for the job, or because of a system the employer uses to measure earnings by quantity or quality of production (so, for example, positions that may not have traditional salary ranges).

• Benefits vary by region, business alignment, union involvement and employee status.
30+ days ago