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Trane Technologies Unit Controls Algorithm Engineer 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.
Job Summary：
We are looking for a control algorithm professional to join our Trane team in La Crosse WI, on the beautiful Mississippi River. This team is creating the next generation, industry leading HVAC equipment controls. Our customers know Trane’s reputation to deliver industry leading, energy efficient and reliable solutions to minimize operating costs while reducing environmental impact to the world. Here are some of the specifics:
We have great experience in our domain, and we want you to bring your views, opinions, and perspectives to our team. You will learn things about our business that you might not have even thought about.
We have strong technical leadership, we want you to bring your expertise and perspective, and your desire to learn.
We exist for our customers, and through our relationships with our customers, we intend to change the world.
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.
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.
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 (https://careers.tranetechnologies.com/global/en/benefits) !
Where is the work:
This position has been designated as a Hybrid work schedule with work performed onsite 3 days each week.
What you will do:
Work with product management and application engineering to understand product requirements
Develop control strategies and algorithms to meet or exceed product requirements
Develop technical specifications to be used by the team for software development and verification
Utilize effective communication techniques to help team members understand and implement the design strategy
Lead dynamic controls testing: test planning, lab support, data analysis
Develop and execute hardware in loop testing (real time data analysis)
Advance model driven development methods
Able to travel overnight; less than 5% of the time.
What you will bring:
Bachelor’s degree (Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics or related), Master’s degree preferred
0-3 years of control theory experience
Classical control knowledge required (PID control, linear control, digital filtering)
Advanced control knowledge preferred (modern control theory, model predictive control, non-linear control, adaptive control)
System modeling expertise required. (Proficiency with Matlab Simulink, and optionally Stateflow)
Understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid dynamics
Programming skills in C++ with the ability to learn new programming languages
Ability to function in a team environment
Experience with product development processes preferred
Experience with HVAC Systems and Components preferred
Ability to effectively communicate with others both written and orally.
Mobility within the office. Frequent keyboarding. Ability to travel to Trane Business Locations
Technical Skills
Software Skills: Matlab/Simulink, Modelica, C++ programming, Python
Knowledge of heat transfer, refrigeration systems, thermodynamics
Knowledge of HVAC compressor technologies
Professional Experience (Desired)
Knowledge of HVAC control strategy
Knowledge of data analysis
Laboratory experience
Knowledge of sensors and actuators
Knowledge of HVAC equipment sequence of operations
Knowledge of HVAC system modeling
Academic
Linear Systems and Control
Non-Linear Systems and Control
Optimal Control
Machine Learning
Applied Linear Algebra
Numerical Analysis
HVAC Fundamentals
Thermodynamics
Object Oriented Analysis & Design
C++, C, Python programming
Compensation:
Base Pay Range: $62,000 - $135,000
Disclaimer: This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed.
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.