Modeling and Simulation Engineer II
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:
Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world.
Join Trane Technologies as a Modeling and Simulation Engineer II and be at the forefront of innovation in HVAC technology. In this role, you will develop, maintain, and enhance cutting-edge modeling and simulation software applications that drive new product and technology advancements. Your expertise will be crucial in solving performance and reliability challenges of HVAC components and systems, both in the lab and in the field. Collaborate with our systems engineering teams to create groundbreaking solutions and contribute to the success of our products.
Thrive at work and at home:
- 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!
Where is the work:
Due to the nature of this role, this position has been designated as a Hybrid work schedule with work performed onsite 3 days each week.
What you will do:
- Develop 1D steady-state and transient models for refrigeration, electrical, and other HVAC&R subsystems.
- Maintain and enhance in-house modeling tools with a focus on usability, accuracy, and performance.
- Apply modern simulation techniques and software engineering principles to improve modeling workflows.
- Stay current with advancements in modeling technologies and incorporate them into existing tools and processes.
- Support cross-functional teams by providing training and technical guidance on simulation tools.
- Collaborate with systems engineers to integrate modeling tools into model-based design (MBD) and product development processes.
- Understand lab testing methods and contribute to model validation efforts.
- Prepare technical documentation, project schedules, and stakeholder presentations to communicate progress and outcomes.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- At least 1 year of experience in HVAC&R product design and simulation.
- Proficiency with modeling tools such as Dymola, MATLAB/Simulink, GT-Suite, or similar platforms.
- Strong foundation in thermal sciences including thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics.
- Familiarity with HVAC&R systems and components such as residential A/Cs, heat pumps, chillers, rooftops, and transport refrigeration.
- Programming experience in Python, C/C++, Modelica, M-code, and Fortran for maintaining and developing simulation capabilities.
- Exposure to software development tools like Git, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile methodologies along with experience with optimization techniques, numerical methods, and data analysis is a plus.
Compensation:
Base Salary: $84,650 - $112,850
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).
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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