Mechanical Design Drafter
About The Position
Trane Technologies is seeking a Mechanical Design Drafter to support its LiquidStack product portfolio and product development team, focused on coolant distribution units (CDUs) and advanced thermal management solutions for the data center market. The role creates engineering documentation, 3D models, and production drawings that translate product requirements and engineering intent into manufacturable, cost-effective designs. It contributes to design direction and improvements in product performance, reliability, serviceability, and value, and works with engineering and cross-functional teams to resolve problems and apply drafting knowledge and industry standards. The posting describes the role as a senior electrical designer and assigns electrical design responsibilities, despite the Mechanical Design Drafter title. The position includes technical leadership, coordination and review of team members’ work, and alignment with the Hong Kong location. Work is onsite Monday through Thursday at Trane Technologies/LiquidStack headquarters in Carrollton/Dallas, Texas; on Fridays, employees may choose their work location based on work needs. Travel is approximately 5–10%.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Electrical Design, Drafting, or a related field.
- At least 7 years of electrical design experience.
- Strong experience with piping, skidded products, and metal enclosures.
- Expert proficiency in CAD software such as PTC Creo, ePlan, SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar platforms.
- Strong understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5), design for manufacturability, tolerance analysis, engineering change management, and PLM, ERP, or document control systems.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in HVAC, industrial equipment, or a manufacturing environment.
- Working knowledge of Model-Based Definition (MBD).
Responsibilities
- Lead development of 3D models, production drawings, and engineering documentation for electrical components and assemblies.
- Translate product requirements into manufacturable, cost-effective design solutions and influence design decisions.
- Drive design execution from concept through production release.
- Champion design improvements to product performance, reliability, serviceability, and customer value.
- Apply advanced mechanical design knowledge to guide robust engineering solutions.
- Establish and reinforce design and drafting standards for accurate, consistent documentation.
- Work with engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, quality, lab, and project teams to align design execution with program goals.
- Own bills of materials, drawing revisions, and controlled documentation to support product accuracy and change management.
- Lead complex project work, provide technical direction, and proactively resolve design issues.
- Serve as a CAD and design resource, mentor others, and promote best practices.
- Coordinate, train, and review the work of team members.
- Align design activities with the Hong Kong location.
- Communicate effectively and follow company safety and security requirements.
Benefits
- Health insurance and holistic wellness programs with incentives, effective from day one.
- Fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- Up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options for volunteer and parental leave.
- 401(k) match.
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs.
- Tuition assistance and student debt support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
