Associate Tech Lead - Electrical Engineering

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.

Position Summary:

This Tech Lead will work as part of the Electrical Engineering team and have responsibility for the design and development of Electrical Subsystems for HVAC/ Transport refrigeration products (New Product Developments (NPD), Quality improvement and Productivity projects).  The role will have strong focus on new technologies, processes and applying these technologies to various product lines.

Major Responsibilities:

• Design and Development of Electrical/Electronic solutions for HVAC & Transport Refrigeration systems, working in conjunction with internal Subject Matter Experts (SME) and external experts, delivering solutions that meet all project scope requirements, including Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design for Service (DFS).
• Development, implementation, and coordination of component / system validation plans in R&D test facilities in conjunction with the Test and Reliability teams, using systematic methodology, such as DFMEA and performance modeling.
• Create detailed documentation of Electrical / Electronic components, including detailed specification drawings and Application Specification Documents.
• Co-ordination of any required regulatory testing of Electrical / Electronic solutions at external agencies, including HALT (Highly Accelerated Life Test), EMC (Electro Magnetic Compatibility) testing, as required per regulatory standards
• Knowledge and ability to work within New Product Development (NPD) Process, with innate understanding of documented prerequisites and Milestone deliverables.
• Liaison with Controls & Software Development groups to develop software and Controls Algorithms for different product units.     
• Develop and manage supplier partnerships with current and prospective new suppliers, working closely with vendors to develop and deliver solutions.
• Knowledge of relevant electrical safety standards and protocols applicable to mobile AC/DC voltage systems.
• Identify new design / innovative ideas for current and future product design architectures.
• Identify industry trends and standards in the HVAC, automotive industry specifically related to Sensor, Transducers, Solenoids, Actuators, motors, Power Electronics Components, Hybrid Drive Systems and Electrical Actuation Systems

Essential skills:   

• Experience in Product Development and Electrical Systems development as per Marketing Requirement Document (MRD), Product Requirement Document (PRD) and Regulatory Requirements (RR)
• Prior Experience of component qualification programs and new product development in an automotive/ machinery environment is a distinct advantage.
• Experience in developing components like Temperature sensors, actuators, solenoids, motors, power converter, Drives, batteries, Contactors and knowledge of Analog circuits, Protection circuits, Controller hardware is an advantage.     
• Proficient in Product Level Electrical system integration.
• Experience in design and debug of embedded microprocessor control systems desired.
• Knowledge and experience of control systems and software testing and debug an advantage.
• Ability to manage critical product cost and new product development projects with team members and partners spread across global locations.  
• Capable of developing and executing test plans, interpreting test data, and developing and driving relevant corrective measures where necessary.  
• Previous experience in New Product Development (NPD) process, DFMEA, 6 Sigma, are desirable.
• Knowledge in PLM and Windchill is an advantage

Qualifications:

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in an Electrical / Electronic Engineering discipline.
• Approximately 8 - 10 years of experience in electrical Product design experience in the industrial, or automotive industry desired.
• Onsite Experience in US or EU is Preferred
• Position is based in Bangalore

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.