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Job Summary :

Trane Technologies is seeking a Lead Power Electronics Design Engineer who will lead and develop key technologies to enable adaptation of power conversion solutions to HVAC systems. This position will involve working with multi-disciplinary Subject Matter Experts in addition to interacting with global teams to leverage capabilities in areas of product development and application.

This role will be situated within a global Network of Excellence whose charter is to lead the advancement of new technology adoption into various HVAC systems across the Enterprise. This individual is expected to serve as a Subject Matter Expert within the area of Power Conversion globally for all of Trane Technologies.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives.

• 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 .

• Learn more about our benefits here (https://careers.tranetechnologies.com/global/en/benefits) !

Core Job Responsibilities (others may be added):

• Support hardware and control architecture development of Power Electronic components for HVAC applications such as DC-DC, AC-DC and DC-AC.

• Lead multiple projects from early prototyping through manufacturing hand-off.

• Work with cross functional teams in areas such as SW, HW, CAD, Mechanical Design, Thermal Design, etc.

• Collaborate with other design architects and design teams to leverage common solutions across the businesses.

• Guide overall component choices for system design employing industry wide best practices.

• Lead and author detailed requirements specifications at various levels of power conversion equipment.

• Govern and lead design reviews through processes such as FMEA, DFMEA, and Risk Analysis.

• Guide and drive short term resiliency challenges to reduce risk in the product portfolio.

• Understand power electronics market trends and maintain key knowledge of competitive offerings.

• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers of solutions.

• Build and maintain relationships with key external partners, universities and National Labs.

• Identify opportunities for utilization of emerging PE technologies in HVAC applications.

• Develop project plans, prioritize tasks, and provide regular project updates.

• Author Lab test plans, conduct testing, analyze and interpret results and execute design updates based on the results.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and at least 10-years of work experience in Power Electronics domain with majority of experience in product development is required.

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Electronics or Controls is preferred.

Key Skills or Competencies:

• Knowledge in one or more of the following areas: motor drive, electrical panel design, active power filters/front ends, dc-dc converters etc.

• Strong experience in motor control algorithms and general closed loop control concepts.

• Previous experience working in application and testing of motor drives on complex electromechanical systems.

• Full-cycle product development experience from concept development to manufacturing readiness and field trials.

• Experience launching products that meet UL or CE agency standards.

• Strong understanding in areas of firmware/software development as well as electronic hardware development.

• Knowledge of power semiconductor devices such as MOSFETs, IGBTs, BGTs, as well as wide bandgap technologies that use SiC and GaN.

• Experience with Hardware in Loop (HIL) based platforms such as Opal-RT, Speedgoat, dSPACE is a plus.

• Ability to work in a Laboratory environment, author test plans, coordinate testing with lab staff and reviewing results.

• Must be adept at report writing and presenting technical information to a wide audience.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills required with good interpersonal skills, able to express concepts and ideas with clarity.

Base Compensation Range is $83,000 to $174,000 annually. Total compensation for this role will include an Incentive/Bonus plan. Disclaimer : This base salary range is based on US national averages. Actual pay could be a result of seniority/experience level, merit and geographic location where the actual 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.