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Trane Technologies Senior Power Electronics Engineer - Application Technical Lead in La Crosse, Wisconsin
At Trane Technologies TM 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.
Thrive at work and at home:
Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
401(k) 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) !
This Senior Power Electronics Engineer - Application Technical Lead is responsible for integrating variable speed drives into Trane Commercial Systems’ HVAC equipment and providing technical direction to Power Electronics Applications Team. This position is eligible for a Hybrid work schedule (3 days/week on-site) in Engineering & Technology Center located in La Crosse, Wisconsin.
Core Job Responsibilities (others may be added):
Responsible for all application aspects for power electronic devices for Trane Commercial Product manufactured in North America, including new Product Development, Lifecycle Maintenance.
Device selection recommendations and sizing, defining device application specification, component level qualification of devices, system level qualification of devices, tuning of drive/motor pairings, and parameter settings.
Coach, mentor, On-board and teach power electronics application team members.
Develop standard work, standard processes, best practices.
Serve as an SME to address complex issues in the field and factories.
Serve as an independent reviewer for project design reviews and technical reviews.
Qualify VFDs for use in Trane Commercial HVAC products.
Apply variable speed drives to HVAC equipment, especially compressors and fans.
Interface unit level controls and safety features to the drive.
Optimize VFD cooling for product specific needs.
Analyze motor-drive compatibility and tune the electrical system for optimal performance.
Write specifications for electrical components in the motor-drive system.
Conduct qualification testing of the motor-drive system.
Provide lifecycle support of the product, including field and factory problem resolution.
Overnight travel is required, approximately 5-10%.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 7-years of variable frequency drive applications experience is required.
Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering is a plus.
Key Skills or Competencies:
Working knowledge of power electronics or variable speed drive applications.
Work as part of multi-functional development team to meet overall program goals.
Must be an effective team player with the ability to work with cross-functional or global groups.
Ability to learn quickly.
Annual Compensation Range is $78,000 to $143,000 annually. Disclaimer : This 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.
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