Mechanical Designer II

About the role

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, 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.

Schedule

Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.

Job Summary

As a Designer II at Trane Technologies, you will be a key member of a high‑performing team of product development engineers and designers to support the mechanical design and development of HVAC products. This role is responsible for creating detailed design documentation, 3D models, and production drawings that translate engineering requirements into practical, manufacturable solutions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical design capability, sound judgment, and a continuous improvement mindset, along with the ability to contribute innovative concepts that enhance product performance, reliability, serviceability, and cost effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Work with Engineering to create parts, assemblies, and layouts in Creo Parametric.
• Produce and develop designs and documentation utilizing computer design and product life cycle management systems.
• Create necessary supporting documentation utilizing a multitude of systems and applications.
• Apply knowledge in change control, bill of material, product definition & selection, machine design, castings, fabrication, sheet metal, GD&T and tolerance analysis, electrical, electronics, heat transfer, piping and welding.
• Recognize and recommend possible solutions for potential design or product configuration problems.
• Translate verbal and/or written instructions into drawings of HVAC products.
• Maintain in‑depth knowledge of design and drafting standards, methods and processes.
• Produce sketches, 2D and 3D engineering drawings, and perform common computations.
• Create assemblies and sheet‑metal parts using 3D CAD modeling software.
• Provide technical support, answering questions from other departments regarding drawings or design data.
• Adhere to all company safety and security policies and procedures.
• Manage project schedules and teams for assigned projects with minor independent judgment under close direction of senior staff.
• Direct tasks or efforts for self and potentially others on projects, ensuring completion of assignments.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Design and at least 2 years of designer work experience, OR at least 5 years of designer experience in lieu of an Associate’s Degree.
• Experience with SolidWorks, Creo Parametric, Creo Schematics, Inventor or ProEngineer.
• Experience coordinating and directing project planning and scheduling.

Skills

• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (Creo Parametric preferred).
• Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and sheet‑metal design.
• Familiarity with product life‑cycle management systems.
• Ability to create detailed 2D drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills.

Pay

Annual Base Salary Range: $49,400.00 – $87,639.99 (Hourly Base Pay Range equivalent). Compensation type: Exception. Incentive eligible: No. Sales commission eligible: No.

Benefits

• Health insurance and holistic wellness programs starting on day one.
• Family building benefits including fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off: up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, plus options for volunteer and parental leave.
• 401(k) match.
• Educational and training opportunities, tuition assistance, and student debt support.