La Crosse, WI, 54602, USA
15 days ago
Advanced Manufacturing Process Engineer - Machining and Compressors
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. **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 in our La Crosse, WI facility.  **Summary:** This is an (AME) Advanced Manufacturing Engineering opening for a Process Engineer specializing in machining and related inspection processes to be based in La Crosse, WI for the Commercial HVAC business unit within Trane Technologies. Typical tasks relate to defining machining process concepts, justifying alternatives, supporting procurement of assets, and implementation steps. This specific role will specialize in milling, turning and handling of centrifugal compressor and heat exchanger components as part of improvement projects directed towards existing operations in La Crosse and future new product development programs. **Responsibilities:** + Machining process definition inclusive of work holding, cutting tool assemblies, tool paths and process parameters + Machining process implementation including purchased equipment acceptance testing, part prove outs, validation work for process capability and rate, and initial training of operations staff + Machining equipment justification and procurement inclusive of alternative analysis and selection, writing specifications and acceptance criteria, and managing purchase and installation tasks + Contribute to manufacturing strategies for machining sites considering product life cycles, business goals, and available industry technology + Coordinate project tasks for machining support processes like parts washing, material presentation, lifting, tool assembly, and inspection + Identify and incorporate industry trends and technology related to machining, inspection, and supporting equipment to enable competitive, productive, safe, and sustainable processes + Participate as active contributor within new product introductions or major productivity projects delivering machining processes as part of a larger product offering or existing factory + Contribute to safety, productivity, and sustainability initiatives in support of existing operations and new product introductions + Aid in product design conversations working to highlight manufacturing requirements and fit with existing and planned future operation strategies, design for manufacturing in general, lean considerations as well as environmental, health, safety, and sustainability factors **Qualifications:** + Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or or related Engineering disciplines strongly preferred. Will consider journeyman toolmaking experience and 10 years of experience in machining in lieu of a degree. + 5+ years of experience in machining + Must have “hands on” experience at the machines to be able to perform setup tasks, program edits, initial CAM programming and setups + Interpret CMM or other audit style inspection processes, as well as advanced process troubleshooting + Experience with turning, milling, or multi-function equipment + Experience with fixture design and conceptualization + Experience with material handling design and conceptualization as well as other typical work cell related operator aids + Strong communication skills directed towards training operations staff and actively participating in process conceptualization discussion, as well as justifying ideas with other organization functions + Experience in leading new product or process redefinition efforts + Proficient knowledge of lean, automation, business systems, quality and product design as they relate to design for manufacturing principles and improving operator efficiency + Proficient knowledge of validation metrics and systems related to quality, cost, rate, and sustainability _This role has been designated by the Company as Safety Sensitive._ **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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