Job title: Senior Power Electronics Applications Engineer
Company: Trane Technologies
Job description: At and through our businesses including and , 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.
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!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.
Expected salary: $78000 – 143000 per year
Location: La Crosse, WI
Job date: Fri, 08 Nov 2024 01:21:30 GMT
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