Manufacturing Automation Engineer

At Trane TechnologiesTM 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.

What’s In It For You

Are you dreaming about a career that offers excellent pay, great benefits, job security and variety in your daily work? Look no further than a career with Trane Technologies, a worldwide leader in HVAC and Building Automation.

This role supports manufacturing functions for Commercial HVAC products at Trane’s Fort Smith, Arkansas facility. The Manufacturing Automation Engineer will resolve complex technical issues, support lean activities, and implement process improvements. They will also validate new equipment and processes using advanced engineering techniques, requiring strong expertise in automation/controls design and troubleshooting. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to develop and implement ideas

Thrive At Work And At Home

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance, parental leave, fertility benefits and adoption assistance.
• Significant opportunities for you in our wellness program such as fitness reimbursement, HSA contributions and back-up care for aging parents and children.
• 6% 401K match, additional 2% core contribution = 8% overall match
• Vacation, plus site paid holidays and volunteer days.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition advancement, tuition reimbursement and tuition assistance programs.
• Learn more about our benefits here!
  
  

Where Is The Work

This position is on-site. Some travel 10% may be required.

What You Will Do

• Support manufacturing functions for Commercial HVAC products and resolve complex technical issues.
• Implement and validate new equipment and processes, and design, develop, and implement process automation.
• Manage projects and tasks, including Capital Investment projects.
• Evaluate and implement cost-effective manufacturing processes.
• Provide technical support and direction and investigate system and equipment problems.
• Develop cost estimates, plans for minor projects, and coordinate with manufacturing engineers on process and equipment planning.
• Provide technical expertise for manufacturing processes.
• Develop and implement manufacturing flow lines, workstation layouts, and assist in the design and building of tools and equipment.
• Support maintenance personnel with troubleshooting specialized equipment.
  
  

What You Will Bring

• Candidates without a 4-year degree are encouraged to apply; we prioritize practical experience, relevant skills, and alignment with our leadership principles.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university or related technical field required. MS degree preferred.
• 5 years of experience working with automated testing systems with PLC based programming.
• Knowledge and understanding of advanced quality planning tools, including FMEAs and Control plans, to meet Quality requirements and targets
• Ability to participate in design reviews and assist during validation and qualification, to include safety and ergonomics
• Experience with lean principles and techniques to include Visual Management, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Cycle Time Reduction and Process Balancing, Yokoten, 5S, Set Up Reduction (SMED), and Kanban
  
  

Compensation: $80,000 - $110,000

Additional Requirements And Environmental Exposure

• 5 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced proficiency in PLC programming including Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley) and Ignition.
• Collaborative project management experience leading a cross-functional team.
• Understanding of new product development with 3 years of involvement.
• Experience with creating financial business cases for investment proposals
• Proficient in 2D/3D Modeling software (AutoCAD, Inventor) with at least 3 years of experience.
• Ability to create and read electrical schematics
• Demonstrated knowledge of design for manufacturing/assembly techniques.
• Hands-on experience with key manufacturing techniques including fabrication, precision assembly, and weld fabrication.
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA, environmental, electrical, and compliance standards.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as twisting, squatting, lifting.
• This role may be exposed to variable weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, heights, risk of electrical shock, noisy operating equipment and other variable environmental conditions based on location.
  
  

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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