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A Lead Thermal Management Systems Development Engineer leads the engineering and analysis required to design and commercialize thermal management systems. This includes both the development of new systems and specifying key equipment and control capabilities for industry leading reliability and performance. This position will primarily focus on data center design and control including the broader semiconductor ecosystem. This position requires demonstrated mastery in one or more relevant areas of expertise while simultaneously pursuing new system development opportunities. 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. Some level of support for field sales offices and participation in key industry associations are an expected part of this role.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Engineering background in data center/high-tech design is strongly desired.
• Experience with PLC controls is a plus.
• Experience with onsite power generation and/or backup power distribution is a plus.
• Knowledge of HVAC products, components, and systems is desired.
• Strong thermal/fluid energy and/or controls background is a plus.
• Strong technical skills with a natural curiosity and 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.
• 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 with customers and in professional societies.
• Strong written and oral communication skills. Can effectively identify key ideas and develop organized content to share those ideas across a diverse stakeholder group.
• Ability to speak and write in English.
• Able to effectively use Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Provide subject matter expertise in thermal management system design, particularly for the data center and semiconductor ecosystem, while maintaining broad HVAC systems and product knowledge.
• Build deep knowledge and understanding of equipment operation and limitations and apply this knowledge with a critical eye to system design, analysis, control and operation.
• Develop thermal management systems using Trane or sourced equipment and controls including project scoping, concept development, engineering analysis, creation of commercialization content and tools, and system validation.
• Evaluate complex, special, and advanced engineering problems working independently 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 work on large projects.
• Analyze system issues using appropriate modeling tools and techniques. Where needed, collaborate with modeling and simulation specialists to develop new tools.
• Develop and document thermal management system 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 technical materials, codes and/or standards.
• Overnight travel 5 – 15% depending on assigned projects, some international travel is possible.